North Central Florida Air Conditioning Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Air Conditioning Installation’

Repairing or Replacing Your AC This Winter

Monday, December 11th, 2023

Ah, it’s the holiday season in Gainesville, FL. While movies and TV shows around this time might be showing glistening snowy landscapes and frigid cold fronts, most of us will be spending time with the family either outdoors in mild weather or inside with air conditioning.

You might finally have some bragging rights when it comes to comparing the weather with your northern relatives or friends! However, those bragging rights quickly slip away when your energy bill arrives and it shows that your AC is not running optimally.

Don’t worry, we’ll address this situation today. Our blog will focus on ways to keep your dutiful air conditioner running this year, with a slight detour in preparing for a new air conditioning installation in Gainesville, FL.

Luckily, for a few interesting reasons we’ll get into, this might be the perfect time of year to purchase an AC system!

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Happy Energy Awareness Month!

Monday, October 25th, 2021

We know it’s a little late, but in our opinion, it’s never too late to be aware of your energy efficiency! How efficient is your home? Are you happy with the way that your air conditioning installation in Gainesville, FL is working?

If the answer to that question is anything other than “yes,” then this blog post is for you. The month of October is “energy awareness month” according to energy.gov, and it’s important that we dive into exactly what improving your energy efficiency at home means. HVAC systems use a huge percentage of our yearly energy consumption, and that leaves a lot of room for improvement if you’re not happy with the comfort levels and utility bills of your home.

Today, let’s focus on how efficient your home is and what improvements can be made to get more out of your energy-consuming technology.

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Investing in a Heat Pump or Central AC?

Monday, May 3rd, 2021

This is a big question we get often by homeowners in our area. Which system should they invest in, a central air conditioner or a heat pump? Or, a lot of homeowners simply ask, “which system is better?”

This is a trick question. There are no better or worse systems, unless you’re talking about units that are separated by about a decade in age. There are systems that are perfect for some homes, and systems that are better for others. What we’re trying to say is, don’t put these units in a binary of better or worse. It’s time to think about what your home cooling needs are and how our team can help you reach those comfort goals.

Today, we’ll talk about which type of air conditioning installation in Gainesville, FL is better for your home, and how we can start the process as soon as possible.

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The Difference Between a Correct and Incorrect AC Installation

Monday, October 14th, 2019

We’re always baffled by homeowners who spend all this money on an expensive new air conditioner, only to throw it away by having it poorly installed by a handyman or family member. Not that we have anything against having your gifted uncle make a few repairs around the house, but your air conditioner should not be one of them. Improper air conditioner installation is an ugly monster that rears its head in our community every once in a while, always bringing bad news and that looming sense of dread when you hear how much money a replacement system will cost.

In order to avoid costly replacements or AC repair in Lake City, FL, you’re going to want to have your system professionally installed. Nope, it doesn’t matter how much money you could save by having your family friend install it for you, one tiny mistake could lead to a nasty expense down the line.

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Considering Going Ductless? Here’s What You Should Know!

Monday, September 2nd, 2019

As we say often in the industry, we’re living in a ductless world nowadays. Ductless air conditioners are all the rage and for good reason! They’re highly efficient when it comes to energy usage, as well as a few perks that central air conditioners don’t have. However, it’s only right for us to be honest about why it’s necessary to contact a professional for ductless installation. A lot of homeowners think they can set up their air conditioning in Live Oak, FL themselves, but you could run into some serious problems without proper training.

The advantages of ductless air conditioners are well worth the cost of calling a professional for the installation. Don’t take this the wrong way, we highly recommend heat pump air conditioners for their advantages, but it’s always better for consumers to know exactly what they’re getting into. You’ll want to know these few things before you make the dive into ductless technology yourself.

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Consider These Ratings When Purchasing an Air Conditioner

Monday, May 28th, 2018

top view of an air conditionerFor many parts of the country, now is the time of year when people are just starting to think about their air conditioners—scheduling maintenance, handling any pressing repair needs, etc. For our part of the country, air conditioners are a little more at top-of-mind, being used for the majority of the year.

So, what kind of condition is yours in? Is it working as efficiently as possible? If you keep up on your annual maintenance sessions (or bi-annual, if you’re using a heat pump system), then your air conditioner should reasonably be able to maintain 95% of its efficiency throughout the system’s lifespan.

What if your system is aging, though, or if you haven’t kept up on maintenance over the years? Well, then soon enough you may discover that it is time to replace your air conditioner. And when that time comes, you want to ensure you’re selecting one that works as efficiently as possible right from the get go. So, what kind of ratings should you look at with your Gainesville, FL air conditioning installation?

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“How Much Will My New Air Conditioner Cost?”

Monday, April 2nd, 2018

air conditioning unit on pile of cashThe short answer is, “it depends.” There are a number of factors that go into the cost of a Gainesville, FL air conditioning installation. We know that nobody likes to be surprised with the news that they need a new air conditioner, and looking at your purchase options can be a bit overwhelming. You want to stay within your budget while also investing in a cooling system that will work efficiently and save you money from month-to-month.

Keep reading for a brief breakdown on what goes into determining an air conditioner’s cost, when you can expect to pay more, and what you can do to ease the financial burden of this purchase.

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