articles - Why You Shouldn't Put off Your Annual AC Inspection

Home Feels Unbearably Warm? Clean The Fins On Your Outdoor AC Unit

15 March 2017
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If your home feels hot and uncomfortable, clean the fins on your cooling system's outdoor condenser coil. Fins allow the condenser coil to remove heat from the system so that it operates at top efficiency. Dirty fins allows heat to build up inside the coil, which causes the compressor to overheat. If the compressor does overheat, it can affect the entire cooling system. Here's why and how you should clean the condenser coil's fins. Read More

Give Your Gas Furnace A Break With These Helpful Tips

24 February 2017
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With warmer temperatures on the horizon, you'll find that you won't need to use your furnace as much as you used to. Sooner or later, you'll end up not using your furnace altogether. If you're ready to give your furnace a well-deserved break, then here are a few tips you can use to ensure that it stays in great shape throughout the late spring and summer months. Vacuum the Area Around Your Furnace Read More

Should You Get Central Air Or A Ductless System If Your Home Doesn’t Have Ductwork?

7 December 2016
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Living in a hot climate without air conditioning in your home can be miserable and bad for you if you have health problems, and luckily there are options to combat the heat. If your home has ductwork in it, tying a central AC system to it will be fairly simple, but what about a home that does not have any ductwork? If your home has boiler heat and does not have central AC, it probably does not have ductwork. Read More

4 Ways To Measure A Quality HVAC Installation

8 July 2016
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When shopping around for an air conditioning unit, you know that there are many factors to consider. Instead of getting overwhelmed with what to look for, here are four simple ways of knowing that you're on your way to a quality HVAC installation. Size Matters A central heating and air unit should be sized right for your home. But despite the fact that HVAC systems are sized by the ton, this isn't actually a reflection of how much they weigh. Read More

Live In An Area With Frequent Power Outages? What Are Your Best Heating Options?

25 March 2016
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Living in a remote or rural area can provide a number of advantages over urban living, particularly for those who desire solitude or privacy. However, when winter storms hit, you may find yourself facing an extended period of time without electricity as crews work hard to restore power to the homes in your area. Even with a backup generator to help keep essential appliances running during these times, operating an old or inefficient heating system can create a tremendous strain on your power source. Read More

About Me

I almost always have my air conditioner inspected every spring before I start using it in the summer. However, last year I decided to skip the inspection. Everything had been OK for the last couple of years, so I assumed that it would be fine this year as well. Why not save a few dollars and skip the annual check up, just this once? Of course, this was the year that my air conditioner decided to break down. It ran for a few days, but it never really seemed to get cool enough to bring the indoor temperature down. Then it started making a loud noise, right before shutting off completely. By that time, the AC repair company was swamped like it always is when the weather is warm, and I had to wait days for an appointment. Next year, I will definitely be getting that yearly inspection first.