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Guidelines for Putting That Programmable Thermostat to Work for You

Guidelines for Putting That Programmable Thermostat to Work for You

June 30, 2015

Programmable thermostats are all about convenience, greater comfort and energy savings. To maximize the advantages your thermostat offers, use sensible programs that serve your comfort and energy-saving goals, lifestyle and HVAC system. Consider these guidelines to make sure your programmable thermostat works for you.

What to Do When Your Air Conditioner Starts Blowing Hot Air

What to Do When Your Air Conditioner Starts Blowing Hot Air

June 18, 2015

In Orlando, the prospect of an air conditioner malfunction at the height of the summer isn’t something we like to think about. However, a malfunction may sometimes be easily corrected without a call to the HVAC technician. If the A/C is blowing hot air in your home, try these troubleshooting tips before calling in the pros. 

Keep Your A/C Protected During Hurricane Season With These Steps

Keep Your A/C Protected During Hurricane Season With These Steps

June 9, 2015

With another hurricane season right around the corner, it’s time to get your home ready to withstand the double danger of high winds and punishing torrential rains. When you’re taking essential safety precautions, don’t forget to look after the A/C. Following a few simple steps can help you prepare your air conditioner for hurricane season.

Keep Your Cooling System Safe From Theft With These Protection Tips

Keep Your Cooling System Safe From Theft With These Protection Tips

June 2, 2015

In hot and humid Orlando, your cooling system definitely has value to you, but the copper in the outdoor unit’s refrigerant lines and coil also has value to scrap metal thieves. Protecting your A/C unit from theft takes a small investment, but it will help keep your air conditioner around to enjoy for many more years. …

7 Essential Air Conditioner Components

7 Essential Air Conditioner Components

May 26, 2015

You rely on your air conditioner to keep your home comfortable during Orlando’s long, humid cooling season, but are you familiar with all the different parts that allow it to do its job? If not, here’s a primer on the essential air conditioner components that keep your home cool.

Downsize Your A/C Use and Stay Cool All Summer Long

Downsize Your A/C Use and Stay Cool All Summer Long

August 5, 2014

The cost of energy has forced many Orlando homeowners to think of alternative ways to keep cool in the summer, that won’t break the bank. Here are some suggestions to help you downsize your A/C use, reduce your carbon footprint, and save you money all summer long.

A/C Blowing Hot Air? It May Need a Refrigerant Charge

A/C Blowing Hot Air? It May Need a Refrigerant Charge

July 1, 2014

Orlando summers can be unbearably humid, and an air conditioner that doesn’t cool your home properly can be a big headache. Keeping your air conditioning system running at maximum efficiency when it is blowing hot air may only mean getting a refrigerant charge.

You May Be Overworking Your A/C — Reduce It’s Load with These Tips

You May Be Overworking Your A/C — Reduce It’s Load with These Tips

June 19, 2014

Summer temperatures mean that if you’re home during the day you’ll likely need to run your A/C, even if you do all the right things like leaving your windows open during the coolest parts of the evening and use efficient ceiling fans to cool your home. Unfortunately, if you’re running your air conditioning during the …

Keeping Your Outdoor A/C Clean is a Good Practice

Keeping Your Outdoor A/C Clean is a Good Practice

June 12, 2014

Keeping your outdoor A/C clean is a task that can be performed by the homeowner. If you keep your outdoor A/C clean, you will improve the efficiency of the unit and also safeguard yourself against untimely breakdowns. Breakdowns can occur when the A/C unit is dirty, and this may lead to expensive repair bills.

Your Air Conditioner May Need Replacing: Pointers to Know For Sure

Your Air Conditioner May Need Replacing: Pointers to Know For Sure

May 20, 2014

Knowing when to replace your air conditioner can be difficult to figure out. Replacing it too early can result in you getting less out of your money than you would by keeping it a few more years. On the other hand, replacing it too late can leave you without cool air on a sweltering summer …