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Good for you, obviously you’re a responsible homeowner doing the research that really counts. Long story short: the significance of maintaining your AC during the winter months is HUGE. The cooler weather is beginning to set in, and yes, your indoor AC is about to essentially hibernate, but that doesn’t mean YOUR job’s finished. If
Having an air conditioning system that’s in good working order is essential to a Northern California home, especially as we move into the summer. But you don’t want to install an air conditioning system and then leave it alone for the coming months, neglecting to care for it until something breaks. That’s why before there’s
When it comes time to pay for an air conditioning maintenance or repair, homeowners are often confused and overwhelmed. We’re here to help you clear up the process and help you make more informed HVAC purchase decisions. Air Conditioning Maintenance Costs In order to avoid expensive air conditioning repairs, it’s important to schedule professional air
You don’t have to be Sherlock Holmes to figure out if you have an air conditioning problem. All it takes is some common household items and knowledge of what to look for and where. For the most efficient and cost-effective air-conditioning, it’s highly recommended you schedule professional maintenance in the early spring. But that’s not all.
Rodents, insects, pests, and pets can cause a lot of damage to outdoor condenser units. From the corrosive effects of urine to critters getting trapped within the system, your best bet is to prevent them from coming near the unit in the first place. By taking the time to pest-proof your outdoor condenser unit, you
It’s officially spring, which means it’s time to schedule your yearly air conditioning tune-up. Of course, the quality of your professional air conditioning maintenance depends on the technicians that perform the service, but there are some things that most licensed HVAC companies should perform. Professional Air Conditioning Tune-Up Steps If you have a licensed HVAC
Although we use our air conditioners often, it’s likely many of us don’t know much about the system at a mechanical level. How do all the pieces work together to seamlessly provide us with cool air whenever we want? Without a little research, the system remains a mystery. While we’re not going to explain how air
With higher temps being the peak during the day, being trapped in a hot car isn’t fun. Rolling down the windows won’t always suffice either. Fortunately, the air conditioner in your car functions in a similar fashion to the system you find in your home. A compressor changes the pressure of a refrigerant to help
Should you regularly clean your HVAC coils? The short answer is YES! Deep clean your indoor and outdoor coils no less than once a year for the best results this summer. While it’s best to schedule professional HVAC maintenance and cleanings twice a year, we recommend more frequent condenser coil cleanings. Luckily, cleaning your outdoor
You may not be thinking of your heat pump condenser coils as part of your spring cleaning tasks, but we recommend adding it to the list. If you have a central air conditioning system, you have two main parts, the indoor air handler (evaporator coils) and the outdoor heat pump (condenser coils). The heat pump