August 9, 2018
Homeowners in the Orlando area can end up spending a small fortune on cooling bills, especially during the summer months. Smart air conditioners with motion-activated sensors can help you reduce your energy usage and save big on your utility bills, but it’s important to weigh the pros and cons of these systems first.
July 24, 2018
Summer vacation! You’ve rented a great house to stay at, with all the comforts of home. Time to kick back and have a good time. Except, when you try to turn on the A/C… it’s broken. Are you really stuck sweltering in the unmitigated Orlando heat for your entire vacation? Not necessarily. Here’s what to …
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July 19, 2018
Don’t let the overwhelming heat of a southeastern summer keep you from enjoying the great outdoors. There is now a good selection of HVAC essentials to keep you cool inside your tent. Several types of air conditioning systems are suitable for cooling tents.
June 14, 2018
When the hot, humid Orlando summer weather settles in, you need a well-functioning air conditioner to keep your home comfortable. Unfortunately, the hottest time of year is when your A/C is under the greatest strain and more vulnerable to unexpected breakdowns. If you find yourself with a broken air conditioner this summer, take the following …
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June 7, 2018
Two things that Floridians count on in June are hot weather and Father’s Day. This year, why not celebrate your dad with something that will help him stay cooler all summer?
January 11, 2018
Discovering that you have a frozen A/C is frustrating, but there’s no need to panic. Simply shut the A/C off at the thermostat, then switch the fan setting to “on” so air movement can help thaw the coil. As the ice buildup melts, the runoff can easily overflow the condensate pan, so empty it frequently …
November 7, 2017
Many people don’t think about A/C replacement until summer comes. Once the first heat wave hits, the drawbacks of hanging onto that old, worn-out air conditioner become hard to ignore. That’s when they start shopping around for a new, improved unit. However, there are some definite advantages to consider A/C replacement during the heating season, …
June 27, 2017
On a typical hot Orlando day, the last thing you need is for your air conditioner to shut off unexpectedly. Yet that’s exactly what can happen if your air conditioner manages to trip its circuit breaker. Tripping the breaker isn’t a bad thing in of itself, primarily because it is your electrical system’s way of …
June 20, 2017
Getting by without air conditioning may work in some parts of the country, but not in Central Florida. Air conditioning is an essential service that keeps your home cool and helps alleviate high indoor humidity. If you have an uncomfortable room or area in your home, you may be looking for a quick and practical …
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April 18, 2017
Investing in a new air conditioner can not only keep you more comfortable in the hot, humid Orlando summers, but it can also save you quite a bit on your cooling bills. Before you choose your new A/C, though, make sure you’re not making any of the common buying mistakes.
