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 are a few important steps you’ll want to take to avoid coming back to a hot, stuffy house. Below are a few easy ways you prepare your A/C unit for an extended vacation.
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How to Prepare Your A/C Unit For an Extended Vacation
Tuesday, June 18th, 20195 Tips For Improving Energy Efficiency This Summer
Monday, May 20th, 2019The blistering summer sun is coming before you know it, making now the ideal time to start incorporating energy-efficient behaviors that will help you reduce your energy consumption.
How Long Does an AC Installation Take?
Tuesday, February 26th, 2019In 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 replacement plans. Read on to learn more about the timeline for an a/c installation and what you can expect from the process.
What Is That Burning Smell Coming From My A/C?
Monday, November 26th, 2018As 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.
How Long Does the Typical A/C Unit Last?
Friday, November 16th, 2018One of the biggest questions people have when they purchase an HVAC unit or buy a home with an existing system is: “How long can I expect this unit to last?” The short answer is, it depends on a variety of different factors, including the amount of use, operational conditions, and maintenance schedule.
Prepare Your Air Conditioning and Heating System For Fall
Monday, September 24th, 2018Even though it may not feel like it, the hottest days of the year are almost behind us. Now is the time to give our A/C systems, which have been working overtime to keep us cool and comfortable, some much needed TLC. Here are a few pointers to keep your air conditioning and heating system running smoothly as we enter the fall and winter months.
5 Questions to Ask During Your A/C Estimate
Wednesday, September 19th, 2018Having a new air conditioning system installed at your home is a major expense, so it’s important that the process is done correctly and efficiently to get the most out of this investment. As you begin collecting estimates with local HVAC companies, there are several questions worth asking that can ultimately help you make the right decision and save you money.
A/C Designs Partners with Wish For Our Heroes to Help Local Military Family
Friday, August 31st, 2018WISH for OUR HEROES is a national non-profit organization that is dedicated to assisting the men and women of the United States active-duty military, and in some cases, Veterans. Military life is difficult—men and women selflessly serve our nation, while working for little pay, often putting their life on the line, and still dealing with home problems that place a large burden on their families.