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How Do I Prepare For An AC Repair Technician Visit?

With the summer heat blasting outside, it's pretty tough to keep your home cool without an air conditioning system. If you're getting sweatier by the minute, there might be an issue with your unit—which is why you should call a professional AC repair technician as soon as you can. In this article, you'll learn what...

Is It Cheaper To Have AC On All Day?

People really enjoy spending time in a cool, fresh air-conditioned environment. However, it's expensive to have AC on all day for extended periods of time because the energy bill can add up to be quite expensive. This article will explain why it is cheaper not to have AC on all day and how to...

When Should I Get My AC Serviced?

For most people, the AC unit in your house is a necessity. You use it to heat your home and also provide fresh, cool air when the temperature starts to climb up. But if you don’t know how often you should get your AC serviced by professionals from outside of the home, then you...

Should I Set my HVAC System’s Fan Setting to Auto or On

A heating and cooling system is a great way to add convenience and comfort in your home, but often there are a number of settings that control these systems. Some common settings are fan speed, setback timer, thermostat temperature setting, etc. We will discuss the fan settings and why you might want to choose “Auto”...

What Temperature Should I Keep My AC in the Summer or Winter

There are so many factors to consider when it comes to the best temperature for your AC unit, but the most important thing is that you keep your home at a comfortable level of humidity. You want to make sure that this doesn't result in too much water vapor being produced by your AC...

How Does Air Conditioning Work in a House

Most homes in the American south use air conditioning for their cooling needs, because the climate and architecture of their homes are not conducive to natural cooling methods. Air conditioners work by pushing cooled air into a room, where it is absorbed by people and objects. The cooled air is then returned to the...

How Can I Make My AC Last Longer

If you're in a region with a hot and humid climate, chances are that your air conditioner is on all day, every day. You might even find yourself cranking the heat during the winter months and running your AC during any time of the year. All this working leads to wear and tear on...

What are the Health Benefits of Air Conditioning and Heating

The amount of time spent sitting in the sun is increasing worldwide and many people are now starting to understand the health benefits that come from using air conditioning. Air conditioning can reduce skin cancer, improve mood, and cause less chronic disease. The following article will detail some of these health benefits along with...

When is the Best Time to Buy a New Air Conditioner

In a few months, you will sweat all day in your own home as the sun beats down on your roof. In order to avoid this, it is time to start thinking about getting an air conditioner for your home. There are many factors that go into the decision of when you should buy...

Does My Air Conditioner Have a Warranty

Warranties for products like air conditioners vary from company to company and also from product to product. There are a number of things that might determine when your warranty ends or whether it will cover you during certain circumstances. Before you call in an air conditioning repair service, make sure that your air conditioner...

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