Ever hear the song: “In the Good Old Summertime”? It’s a lighthearted tune (made famous by Judy Garland in 1949) that reflects the innocence and outdoor splendor of summer. Fast forward to today and what do we find? We find many area residents bemoaning their ever-increasing home cooling costs. Kind of defeats the whole “good […]
Category: Air Conditioning
Save Money with A/C Self-Maintenance
This is the story of “The Little AC System That Could”. All summer long it chugged and chugged away to provide the coolest and most comfortable environment it knew how. Come early August, it realized it still had a long journey ahead and began doubting its own fortitude. “Help me,” said the little AC system. […]
R-22 Refrigerant (Freon) is Nearly Extinct.
This one eventually became a no-brainer – R-22 refrigerant (you might know it better as Freon) depletes the earth’s ozone layer. It’s not as if that fact was just discovered yesterday – it’s been known for decades. Which is why, in 1987, the world’s leading nations agreed to ban the production of all ozone-depleting substances, […]
5 Common AC Repair Problems and What They Mean
Air conditioner repairs can be costly, so it’s essential to schedule regular maintenance to help keep your system in prime working condition. Still, even with the best care, yours won’t last forever. How would you know if that time were coming or already at hand? Here are five common indications that your AC system needs […]
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Should I Replace My AC System?
Today’s better-made, well-maintained AC systems have an estimated shelf life of 15-20 years. Can yours last longer than that? Absolutely. But, sooner or later, it will need to be replaced, even with the best of care. If that time were now, how would you know? Well, even if it were to shut down, that still […]
Should I Repair or Replace My AC System?
If you have an air conditioning system that’s at least 10 years old, it’s hard not to ponder the “repair or replace” question. But here’s the thing: even though it’s still working, how would you compare its current performance to when it was first installed? Here’ a hint – on average, a 10-year old AC […]
What Size AC System Do I Need?
As air conditioning systems get “up there” in years, they gradually lose cooling power along with energy efficiency. When that time comes, it’s easy to forget how well it performed in the beginning. All you know for sure is that yours needs to be replaced. Or, maybe you’re ready to have central AC installed for […]
How to Keep Your AC Costs Down
Here’s a familiar scene, one that might be playing out in your home even as you read this blog. Just a year ago, you silently choked when you saw your first electricity bill during the summer indoor cooling season. “How did it go up that much in just a year?”, you wondered. Fast forward to […]
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