AC Repair Vs. Replacement: Where to Draw the Line
Summer is progressing right along. Sure, we’re all looking forward to fall temperatures, but you know as well as we do that you’re going to need your air conditioner for a bit longer. We’re pretty reliant on these systems, especially this year! So if yours is showing any signs of trouble, you may be wondering […]
What to Do about a Cooling System That’s Not Cooling
It may not ever get as blistering hot in our area as it does other parts of the country, but that doesn’t mean we don’t get significant use out of our air conditioners each summer. Chances are by now that you’re using yours on a daily basis, and in doing so, you expect it to […]
Why Is My Air Conditioning System Making Those Weird Noises?
Take heed of that noisy AC. It’s not just acting up for the sake of annoying you and your family, we promise. A loud system that shakes, grinds, bangs, whirs, hums and so forth is a system that needs professional attention sooner than later. And please don’t wait! The sooner you hire a pro to evaluate, the sooner you can get […]
Weird Air Conditioner Noises and What They Mean
Air conditioners are loud machines, and make a number of different noises while they’re running. If you’ve had your air conditioner for at least a couple of weeks, however, you probably know exactly what it’s supposed to sound like under normal circumstances. What if the system starts making unusual noises while it’s running, though? Let’s […]
Why Short Cycling Is a Threat to Your Air Conditioner
If your air conditioner is turning itself on and off every couple of minutes, you have a problem. That behavior is called “short cycling,” and it’s a very big threat to the health of your cooling system. Short cycling can shorten the lifespan of your air conditioner considerably, and also makes breakdowns much more likely. […]
Why Your Air Conditioner Cannot Work Without Refrigerant
Air conditioners rely on refrigerant in order to operate. Many people know this, but they don’t know why it’s true. Under most circumstances, it would be perfectly fine not to know about how your air conditioner works. Unfortunately, there are a couple of ways that the system can be drained of its refrigerant, which causes […]
Problems That Can Wreck Your Air Conditioner
Almost all air conditioner problems are progressive, which means that they get worse as time goes on. Obviously, this means that as soon as you notice a potential problem with your air conditioner, you should call for repairs. However, there are some problems that require immediate attention before they cause a total system breakdown. Let’s […]
Air Conditioner Parts: The Compressor
You don’t need to know exactly how your air conditioner works in order to operate it properly. However, there are a few parts that you should know. Parts that can help you understand when your air conditioning system is having a problem, so you can get it fixed as soon as possible. One of those […]
