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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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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