There are very few things more frustrating and inconvenient here in Florida, especially in the summer time, then your AC suddenly going on the fritz. While it is a good idea to call a professional here are a few quick things you can try yourself before picking up the phone. Check your AC breaker in…
Deciding whether to repair or replace an older air conditioning unit can be a tough call. We are here to try and make that decision and little more clear and concise. While we realize it can come down to cost, sometimes tossing more money at an old unit simply isn’t the budget wise choice. When…
If your electric bill is continually higher than the energy use projection estimates it might be your air conditioner. Even the most efficient units become less efficient if not properly installed. Government surveys have suggested that nearly 50% of all heating and cooling units have not been properly installed. This causes the systems to perform…
Even if you have had a UV (ultra violet) light bulb installed inside of your air handler, over time those bulbs start to dim and eventually go out. When that happens, especially here in Florida in our oh-so-humid environment mold and mildew can begin to form. In most cases – black mold which is highly…
Everyone wants a lower electric bill. Here we highlight a few of the best ways to save big this summer. On average each household will spend approximately $2100 a year on their electric bill alone. That’s a pretty good chunk of change. Cutting that down can mean more to spend in other areas or even…
With temperatures soaring past the 100-degree mark we officially declare it “AC Season” here in Florida. Our air conditioning units work hard, cooling our entire homes square footage nearly 24 hours a day in the summer months. That is a strain on any electrical appliance. You can protect your beloved cool environment by being…
With the weather heating up and the humidity rising, it is more important than ever before that we have a well operating and properly functioning air conditioner. There is nothing worse than coming home from work on a swelteringly hot day, only to find that your air conditioner isn’t working for some reason. A lot…
If you live in Florida you know that we have the rare situation where we are blessed to need to use our air conditioners pretty much year round. This means our air conditioning units require regular maintenance in order to keep it functioning properly even more so than other areas of the country. We live…
With summer right around the corner, a lot of people are starting to think about the best ways to keep their homes cool and comfortable without breaking the bank. This means it is time for annual air conditioner maintenance, and it may even be time to replace an aging unit. Most of us are…
With hot and humid days fast approaching, it’s time to take a look at your air conditioner to ensure that it is in good working order for the dog days of summer ahead. There is nothing worse than coming home to a broken air conditioner on a humid, muggy day, and prevention is most definitely…
You can feel the summer heat returning. With 90+ degree days, you can feel the heat and humidity returning as you simultaneously notice our roads clearing as the mass exodus of the snowbirds also arrives. With that influx of hot humid air, we are relying on our air conditioning systems to keep us comfortable and…
The weather this year has been all over the place, hot and cold, on and off – very bipolar! Even so, this is Florida and the massive heat we feel during summer months are on the way It’s important to know how to properly prepare your air conditioning unit to keep it running cold even…
Before calling a professional there are a few things you can check yourself. It doesn’t automatically mean that your air conditioning unit is broken or in need of repair. What to check first We know this sounds too elementary and self-explanatory to be the reason, but you would be surprised how often it is. Check…
While it is always better to let the professionals handle AC maintenance, it is always beneficial to understand how things work. Air Conditioner Filters Dirty filters clog normal air flow and reduce efficiency significantly. With normal air flow obstructed, air that bypasses the filter may carry dirt directly into the evaporator coil and impair the…
The downfall of home ownership is that when something breaks, there is no landlord or maintenance to call to come and fix it. Repairs and replacements are totally up to you. Air conditioning units are a big investment. How do you know when its time to give up on constantly repairing and actually buy a…
