The outside component of your home’s split-system central air conditioner is an essential element of the HVAC system. However, it isn’t exactly the most attractive looking thing in your backyard, and if you’ve spent a great deal of time, money and effort to make your outdoor area look good, the compressor/condenser might seem like a real eyesore. Luckily, there are some effective ways that you can hide the A/C from view, using different landscaping ideas.
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Hide the A/C With Landscaping
Tuesday, August 12th, 2014Two-Stage Cooling: What’s It All About?
Tuesday, August 5th, 2014
If your air conditioner is more than 10 years old, it may be time to consider replacing it. Models on the market today are much more energy efficient than anything available a decade ago. One of the things to look for in a new, efficient air conditioner is a model with two-stage cooling. Two-stage cooling allows the A/C to adapt to your temperature demands with some flexibility, which means more efficient (and cheaper) cooling.
Think the A/C Needs Replacement? Know the Signs
Tuesday, July 29th, 2014
Making the choice to replace your air conditioner (A/C) isn’t always an easy or obvious one. If you wait too long, it might break down in the middle of the scorching summer day, leaving you defenseless against the heat. Here are some ways to tell if your A/C needs replacement. How Central A/C Works
Tuesday, July 8th, 2014
Central split-system air conditioners have an indoor unit and an outdoor unit. When you hear the term central A/C, the split system is generally the one you’re thinking of. The other main type of central A/C is the package system, which combines its components in one box, usually installed on the roof or a concrete pad next to the house. The main components of the split system central A/C include:
Run the A/C More Efficiently This Summer
Tuesday, July 1st, 2014
When the temperature starts climbing in the summer, chances are you reach for the thermostat just like everybody else to keep your home cool. However, as you know, running your air conditioner constantly can cost a lot of money over the course of a warm spring and hot summer. That’s why you should focus on ways to run the A/C more efficiently. You’ll minimize costs at home and reduce your impact on the environment while creating a comfortable home for you and your family.
Common Air Conditioner Problems that You May Encounter this Summer
Thursday, May 22nd, 2014
Summer is when you absolutely rely upon your air conditioner, but it’s also the season when it’s most likely to break down and cause you trouble. These are some common air conditioner problems and the proper steps to take if you encounter them: How to Know if Your Air Conditioner is the Right Size for Your Home
Tuesday, April 29th, 2014
Given that the typical home in this region requires a significant level of cooling for nearly half the year, it’s important to right-size an air conditioning unit so the system works at peak efficiency and provides the maximum level of output . An improperly sized central air conditioner will increase energy bills, lower comfort and shorten the life of your equipment.
Maintain Your Air Conditioner with These 3 Tips
Tuesday, April 22nd, 2014
As the warmer months approach in the San Joaquin Valley, it’s once again time to start thinking about your home’s air conditioner and its maintenance. It’s important to maintain your air conditioner, not just because of increased efficiency but to avoid problems that may arise from neglect. Below are three essential tips that will help you keep your A/C system running efficiently through the long Fresno area cooling months.
A/C Theft: Unfortunately, It’s a Growing Concern
Tuesday, November 26th, 2013
There’s a new trend in crime that homeowners should be aware of – heat pump and A/C theft. Thieves are targeting your air conditioner and heat pump condensing units for their scrap copper value. These thieves run up to the outside unit, tear out the copper, and leave the torn-up shell behind. Or else they load the entire condensing unit into the back of their truck and drive off. The copper coils and other metal inside the cabinet is worth around $80 on the scrap market.
Air Conditioner Anatomy: How All Those Parts Work Together to Keep You Cool and Comfy
Thursday, August 29th, 2013
The San Joaquin Valley cooling season is long and hot, and your air conditioner works hard to keep you cool. Knowing a little about air conditioner anatomy will help you communicate with an HVAC technician in the event service is needed on your system, and will also help you troubleshoot common air conditioning problems later in the summer.