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Not all air conditioning (AC) systems are the same. AC systems are often classified as either ductless or central, depending on their method of operation. Both types can create a cooler indoor environment by lowering the temperature of the air. Ductless and central AC systems work in different ways, however. As a homeowner, you should …
When having your home’s heating, ventilation and cooling (HVAC) system serviced, the technician may perform a refrigerant evacuation. HVAC systems, of course, use refrigerant to transfer heat. The refrigerant collects heat from inside your home, after which it transfers the heat to outside your home. Refrigerant evacuation is designed to protect against refrigerant-related problems caused …
The speed at which air circulates throughout your home can affect your comfort during the summer. If your home suffers from poor air circulation, it may feel uncomfortably hot. Rather than circulating throughout your home, the cool air produced by your AC system will remain stagnant. You can improve air circulation in your home, however, …
If your AC system constantly runs day in and day out during the summer, you might be wondering whether it’s normal. The hot temperatures associated with this time of year will obviously force your AC system to work harder when compared to other seasons. In some cases, your AC system may fail to achieve the …
Have you been told by a heating, ventilation and cooling (HVAC) technician that your home’s AC unit has a bad expansion valve? AC Units are comprised of many different parts. While you’re probably familiar with the condenser and evaporator coils – the two large units found outside and inside your home, respectively – the expansion …
Coils are an important part of a heating, ventilation and cooling (HVAC) system. Assuming your home uses a traditional split HVAC system, it should have two separate coils: an evaporator coil and a condenser coil, each of which features a series of thin and parallel metal fins. Because they are so thin, though, coil fins …
Split heating, ventilation and cooling (HVAC) systems contain more than just an outdoor condenser and compressor; they also feature an air handler. Typically found indoors, it’s an essential HVAC component that’s used to distribute cooled or warmed air. Because they are installed in a discreet location, though, many homeowners rarely see their HVAC system’s air …
When the warm weather arrives, you expect your AC system to create a cool living environment for you and your family. Unfortunately, AC systems aren’t immune to failure. With an array of complex components – an evaporator coil, a condenser coil, compressor, fan, etc., – they can fail from regular usage. Rather than postponing it, …
Have you noticed condensation dripping from your home’s AC vents? A phenomenon known as sweating, it’s often a sign of an underlying problem. AC systems naturally produce condensation when extracting heat from the air inside your home. When warm air is exposed to a cold surface, such as AC vent, moisture may accumulate on it …
If your home uses a gas-powered furnace or other appliances, you should take precautions to prevent carbon monoxide. Often referred to as the “silent killer,” carbon monoxide is a serious safety hazard for homeowners and their family members. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), it’s responsible for over 400 accidental …
