Category Archives: Air Conditioning

What to Look For When Choosing an Air Conditioner Replacement

When you’re facing a major home improvement, it’s natural to be a little nervous about the expense, but the net result is usually well worth the outlay. If you’re looking

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Warm Weather’s Coming, So Tackle Do-It-Yourself A/C Maintenance Now

With warmer weather right around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about getting your air conditioner in shape for the coming cooling season.

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A Problem With Your Air Conditioner? Try These Easy A/C Troubleshooting Tips

When the summer heat makes it too uncomfortable to be outside, you rely on your air conditioner to stay cool and comfortable. The last thing you need is an air

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Mini-Split Cooling: Everything That A Heat Pump Offers, And More

The ductless mini split is no less than an ingenious cooling and heating system. It’s basically an energy-efficient heat pump that can cool and heat any area that doesn’t have

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Air Conditioning Terms That It Pays To Know

Whether you need service, repair or maintenance, knowing a few basic air conditioning terms will go a long way toward helping you communicate with your HVAC technician and better understand

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Your Noisy A/C: What It’s Trying To Tell You

Unlike people, an air conditioner generally doesn’t have a bad day, vent awhile and then get over it. If your A/C has started getting noisy, it’s trying to tell you

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Keeping Your Cooling System’s Drip Pan Free Of Mold

Mold is something you never want to spot growing in your home. You’re probably on the lookout for it in your bathrooms, in the basement or anywhere else where moisture

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Is Refrigerant Huffing To Blame For Your System’s Dip In Efficiency?

If you’re experiencing a dip in your air conditioner’s efficiency, you may suspect a refrigerant leak. But the problem might not be a leak — it could be theft. You

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An Energy Star-Qualified Air Conditioner Boosts ROI

Whether you’re buying an air conditioner for the first time or replacing the one you’ve had for a decade or so, the Energy Star is the place to start. It’s

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Two-Stage Home Cooling Offers Optimal Performance In High-Demand Climates

Sacramento summers can get hot, and your energy bills can really go up when you’re running your air conditioner most of the time. With a two-stage air conditioner, however, you

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