Air Conditioning Posts

HVAC Hurricane Prep Guide

July 24th, 2019

With hurricanes being a common occurrence in Florida, being prepared and protecting your home is a necessity. However, while preparing for a major storm, most homeowners fail to protect one of their most valuable appliances – their a/c system. To help you better protect your HVAC system from hurricanes or other serious storm damage, we’re […]

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How to Know If Your A/C Cooling Setting Is Too Low

July 17th, 2019

According to Consumer Reports, the cost to run your A/C increases about three percent by each degree you lower your thermostat. Not only can maintaining your A/C at a more efficient temperature reduce your summer energy bills, but it can also extend the life of your unit. Learn more about the optimal temperature setting for […]

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How to Prepare Your A/C Unit For an Extended Vacation

June 18th, 2019

When you’re planning the logistics of leaving home for a long vacation, you’re likely thinking of tasks like having a neighbor pick up the mail, boarding pets at the kennel, and making sure everything is turned off and unplugged before you leave. While your A/C may not be the first thing you think about, there […]

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Why is My A/C Unit Frozen?

June 17th, 2019

If your A/C unit is wrapped in a block of ice, you’re likely wondering the reason why and whether it’s safe to operate. Turning your A/C off at the earliest signs of freezing will help to minimize wear and tear on the unit. Because the unit doesn’t know it’s frozen, it will continue to try […]

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How to Extend the Life of Your A/C

April 18th, 2019

Each spring and summer, many homeowners look forward to embracing the season by potting soil and flowers, tackling a long-awaited home improvement project, or taking a relaxing vacation—but investing in a new a/c system usually isn’t in the forecast (until it is). However, it’s worth noting that government rebates or tax incentives may be available […]

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3 Common AC Problems and How to Avoid Them

April 11th, 2019

Whether you run your a/c year-round or prefer to limit your usage to only the hottest days of summer, few things are more irritating than discovering that your a/c is on the fritz. Prevent your system from failing by learning about three of the most common a/c repairs and what you can do to avoid […]

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Are Your Pets Harming Your Home’s Air Quality?

March 26th, 2019

Pet lovers definitely have something to smile about—studies show that caring for a pet (especially a dog) can improve your health, reduce your risk of depression, help you get better sleep, and even extend your lifespan. Unfortunately, there are some not-so-lovely aspects of owning a beloved pet, including the effect they can have on your […]

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How Long Does an AC Installation Take?

February 26th, 2019

In Jacksonville, living without a functioning air conditioner is only tolerable during the winter months. The last thing you want is an air conditioner that fails just as temperatures start to rise. Unfortunately, emergencies can happen—and knowing exactly how long it will take to install a new air conditioner can help as you make unit […]

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What Is That Burning Smell Coming From My A/C?

November 26th, 2018

As temperatures continue to cool in Jacksonville and homeowners kick on the heat for the first time since last winter, it’s common to notice a burning smell coming from the vents. This can be very unsettling, but luckily the smell (usually) only lasts for a short period of time.

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