Air conditioning units are a major expense when it comes time to replace. We know you want to get the most for your money and that means taking care of your unit so that it is able to stick with you and last for the duration of the expected lifespan. Older units were expected to…
Now that the temperatures have dipped here in Southwest Florida you can begin to feel the effects of poor insulation in your home. Many of you at this point have flipped the heat on at least once. Did you notice any areas of your home that feel drafty? That isn’t getting warm? It’s a sure…
Florida isn’t exactly a frozen winter wonderland. We rarely need to turn the heat on in our homes. There are always a few weeks out of the year that it does get downright cold (at least in our spoiled Floridian mindsets). Often during this time rather than flip on the whole house heater many will…
It’s hard to say goodbye to the old. Especially when the “old” is your home or office HVAC unit. No one wants to have to buy a new air conditioner. The fact is they do have a lifespan and will eventually reach the end of the road where they will either quit working entirely or…
Your air conditioner should run unnoticed. While it may have a soft air moving whir, that’s about the loudest it should ever get. It should blow cool air to the temperature of your choosing as set by the thermostat while on and shut down moments after you hit the off button. You should not really…
AC systems though durable and tough, built for the long haul, do have to be properly maintained and cared for. They are designed to run well under a specific set of circumstances. When things get out of balance abnormal wear and tear can cause problems leading to damage. If for some reason the Freon in…
Here in Southwest Florida, we are lucky enough to live in the tropics. Humidity is our daily norm. To live comfortably throughout the year and especially in the summer months, it becomes vital to keep your air conditioning and heating units (HVAC) in perfect working order. Air conditioners don’t just manage the temperature, they control…
There is nothing worse than waking up or coming home after a long day of work only to spot a water leak on your ceiling, wall, or even puddling on your floor. Your first feeling is panic, especially if you are the homeowner. Where is this water coming from? It only takes a moment to…
If you are considering this question, it means you have reason to suspect the current air conditioning system cooling your home is about to die. Many people begin to consider replacing their air conditioning in the fall, right after another hot Florida summer. It’s likely your current unit struggled to maintain proper cooling levels on…
Living in Southwest Florida can mean a large electric bill. After all, we run our AC units nearly year-round with the occasional fall pause and then we flip the heaters on! Our HVAC never gets a break. That means more wear and tear and makes maintaining your unit even more important than ever. HVAC units…
Let’s face it. It’s Florida. We rarely think about our heaters let alone use them. While the cold winter spell hasn’t hit yet, it is coming. Making sure your HVAC unit is working properly not just for your AC but also for your heater is important. Us Floridians do not have thick blood and finding…
Your air conditioning unit is likely the most expensive appliance in your home. They are touted to have a life of 10-15 years, but that is only if you do your maintenance and repairs on a normally scheduled basis. Leaving your AC to keep on trudging through working on its own without any assistance is…
Unlike many areas of the country, here in Southwest Florida, we rely on our air conditioning systems to work year-round. We have grown so dependent on these machines for comfort we just expect that as soon as we flip a switch, they will come on and start cooling our homes and offices down for us….
If the insulation in your home is getting old it can begin to become less efficient. Old insulation can affect the comfort level of your living space as well as the health of you and your family. Let us guide you in recognizing the signs that it may be time to have your insulation replaced….
One of the most beneficial recent advancements in home cooling and heating systems is the addition of humidity control, in addition to temperature control, too many modern thermostats. But why is proper humidity in your home so important? Some of the benefits of proper humidity include: Improves indoor air quality Improves the condition of your…
