As you use your heat pump to keep cool this summer, you may notice ice forming on the inside part of the system. If you see this, do not ignore it. Heat pump ice may seem like an indication that the system is cooling your home properly, but it isn’t. In fact, heat pump ice is an indication that the system is experiencing a serious problem that needs to be corrected. Let’s take a look at why heat pump ice happens, and what it can do to your system.
Is Heat Pump Ice a Bad Thing?
August 22nd, 2016The Importance of Bi-Annual Heat Pump Maintenance
August 15th, 2016Have you scheduled preventive maintenance for your heat pump yet this summer? Even if you last had it done less than a year ago, it’s still very important that you have the system professionally checked out every summer. Heat pumps need maintenance twice as often as other climate control systems. Read on to find out why.
Why Your AC Output is Dropping
August 8th, 2016Having your air conditioner start to lose output in the middle of a hot summer is…less than ideal. If your air conditioner output is dropping, there could be a number of reasons why. You should call for repairs, but while you’re waiting, you should have a look at some of the possible reasons why your air conditioner output is dropping.
Why Your Heat Pump is Icing Over
August 1st, 2016Do I Need a New Ductless System?
July 25th, 2016Ductless systems can last quite a while, especially if you take proper care of them. However, no amount of maintenance and repairs will keep a ductless system going indefinitely. Sooner or later, you’re going to need to install a new system. It’s best that you be able to recognize the signs now, so that it doesn’t suddenly die on you. Let’s take a look at some of the indications that you need a new ductless system.
The Problem of Short Cycling
July 18th, 2016Have you noticed your air conditioner turning itself on and off every couple of minutes this summer? If so, you have a big problem. That behavior is called short cycling, and it places a huge amount of stress on the system. If you don’t call for repairs right away, you may end up replacing your air conditioner years sooner than you otherwise would. Read on to find out what causes short cycling, and the damage it can cause.
Common Ductless Air Conditioning Problems to Watch for
July 11th, 2016If you’re using a ductless system to keep cool this summer, you should keep an eye out for some common problems that may occur. The more you rely on your ductless system, the more strain you’re going to put it under and the more likely it’s going to be for problems to occur. Let’s take a look at some of the common ductless air conditioning problems you might run into this summer.
What High-Efficiency HVAC System Is Right for My Starke Home?
July 4th, 2016Did you just move into a new home that has an old and obsolete air conditioner? Are you concerned that your existing AC won’t make it through the summer?
Because of the significant role that your AC plays, investing in a new air conditioner is no small decision. While not every homeowner will want to splurge on a top of the line system, there are good reasons to consider a high-efficiency HVAC system, including improved energy efficiency, versatility, and longevity. Which one is right for you?
3 Steps Toward Better Indoor Air Quality
June 27th, 2016As a homeowner, you’ve got a lot on your plate during the summer. The heat and humidity have a way of disrupting even the best-laid plans. But have you thought about your indoor air quality recently? We’re not talking about the number on the dial of your thermostat, but the combination of relative humidity and the presence of airborne contaminants and pollutants. If not, here are 3 steps that you can take right now to breathe better air inside your home.