Your ac unit includes a number of moving parts that make it run the way it does. A compressor is one of the most important elements of an air conditioner. Responsible for proper airflow, a compressor circulates and pressurizes refrigerant to allow the ac system to remove heat from...
Why You Should Not Have Your Ducts Cleaned in SWFL
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Although you may want to be proactive and get your HVAC air ducts cleaned, it may not be the best option for you. In the Southwest Florida area, this task can be viewed as unnecessary and a waste of money. Many folks inquire about having their air ducts cleaned, but due to the...
How Often Should I Replace My Air Conditioner?
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Having a well working air conditioner in southern Florida is thought of as a necessity by most. Especially in the summer months when the heat and humidity can be uncontrollably uncomfortable. Your ac is considered more of an investment when you are deciding on the possibility of...
Why Use a Wi-Fi Thermostat for A/C?
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Long gone are the days when air conditioning thermostats were produced with mercury in order to read the temperature in your home. After 2006, the US moved away from mercury in thermostats. Modern day thermostat technology is much more convenient for homeowners. Once you understand...
What is an Air Handler?
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Living in Florida can prove to be difficult when it comes to the blistering summer months. Not only can the hot sun provide above 100 degree temperatures, but the humidity can also be extremely oppressive. Having the right HVAC (Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning) equipment...
Do You Need to Replace Ductwork When Replacing A/C?
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Replacing your air conditioning unit can be a big financial decision in the Naples, FL area. But do you need to replace your ductwork as well? Although technicians in the HVAC industry highly recommend upgrading your ductwork along with your a/c, it is not necessarily mandatory.
Ductwork...
Does Low Coolant Affect Air Conditioning?
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The coolant plays one of the most important roles in keeping your home cool by taking the heat inside your home out. But what if you run out of coolant? Well, there’s a strong possibility that you could kill your air conditioner and rack up your electricity bills.
Since you’re...