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Are you in the market for a mini-split heat pump? Before making a purchase, it’s essential to know how to size the system to ensure optimal performance and energy savings. A ductless mini-split system is an excellent way to heat and cool various areas of your home...
Casement windows offer a visually appealing option for homeowners, with better ventilation and natural light. However, standard rectangular air conditioning units may not be suitable for these windows. Luckily, there are casement window air conditioners available that...
SEER rating, or Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio, is a critical factor in determining an air conditioning system's energy efficiency. To get the best value for your money, it's essential to choose the appropriate SEER rating for your air conditioner. This guide will...
Having a home that is cool and comfortable is most important for your health and comfort. And if you are living in an area where temperatures reach up to 100 degrees on average, it's especially important to get the most out of your cooling system. Here are some tips...
Are you an air conditioner user? Research shows It’s easy to see why. Especially in the south, summer months without air conditioning can be uncomfortable and miserable. In spite of the fact that about ⅓ of houses below the poverty line use air conditioning, it’s not...
In an earlier post, we covered the basics of the Thermostatic Expansion Valve (TXV) -- what it does (and does not do), plus some of the considerations you have to make when deciding whether or not to add a TXV to your purchase or purchase a standalone TXV for an...
Last week on the blog, we discussed some of the considerations you should make when deciding whether to replace your air conditioner coil or get entirely new system. If you have decided that replacing the air conditioner coil is the right option for you, it is...
A malfunctioning air conditioner coil is always bad news. The air conditioner coil plays an essential role in the cooling system -- drawing in air from the outside, cooling it, and then releasing it back into the home -- so you have only two choices when your air...
Last week on the blog, we talked about how helpful it can be to address issues with your air conditioning system in the fall, when issues are still on your mind after a long summer. When it comes to the functioning of your air conditioning system, the copper...
One of the most common reasons why an air conditioner stops working is a failed capacitor. In an air conditioning system, the capacitor is the energy storage device that holds the electrical charge needed to power the fan motor. Therefore, the failure of the capacitor...