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

How Often Should an AC Have Trouble?

Monday, June 12th, 2023

Air conditioners can run into trouble, sometimes once in a while, and sometimes frequently. There’s really no guarantee on how long your system will last before the next issue. If you’ve got a protective warranty, then you likely don’t have to worry about it as long as you’re doing all the required tasks to ensure the warranty stays valid. But for many AC owners, they don’t have a warranty, and they’ll likely need to pay for these repairs on their own.

So, we get to the essential question of this blog post. How often should your air conditioner run into issues? Is it once a year? Once every few years? Multiple times per year? And if your AC is reaching a period where it needs air conditioning repair in Gainesville, FL all the time, is it worth investing in a replacement?

The answer is yes, but keep reading to learn why.

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How High Are Your Energy Bills?

Monday, November 8th, 2021

Last blog post we celebrated Energy Awareness Month and continuing the trend, we’re going to talk about energy bills and how they relate to your home air conditioning. It’s no secret that air conditioners rely on a large amount of electricity coming from your home. So it’s important that we talk about how you feel in regards to your energy bill and some of the trends it might be presenting you with.

Are you seeing a decrease in your energy bill? Great! Then you’re doing something right and we congratulate you.

However, if you’re one of the many homeowners in our area that are dealing with spiking energy bills that are frustrating and sometimes even devastating, then we’re here to help. We want to talk about why a high energy bill might point to the need for air conditioning repair in Lake City, FL.

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3 Quick Fixes for Any AC

Monday, April 19th, 2021

It’s that time of year. Temperatures are slowly rising, and our tolerance for heat and humidity is slowly dwindling as we get used to these new spring temperatures. At first, it’s wonderful to feel the warmth of the sun and notice all of the blooming plants. Then, humidity levels rise and we get downright miserable with our first few heatwaves of the year.

While this might seem fine since you’ve got an air conditioner, what if your air conditioner was really struggling last year? Do you think this year is going to go off without a hitch? If you need AC repair in Gainesville, FL then we urge you to call us for those repairs soon. The sooner the better.

However, if you’re still looking for minor ways to fix or improve your AC aside from professional repairs, then keep reading! We’ll give you a few pointers.

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Everything You Need to Know About a Refrigerant Leak

Monday, June 8th, 2020

Refrigerant is an absolutely necessary component of the cooling process. Your air conditioner doesn’t function like a box fan, it requires much more electricity to circulate refrigerant, pressurize it, move heat, and blow cool air into your home. While it might sound like an energy-intensive process, for the cooling produced, these systems are increasingly more energy efficient each year.

That being said, homeowners tend to forget the vital part that refrigerant plays in cooling. When confronted with the need for AC repair in Newberry, FL, so many homeowners think that their system’s low amount of refrigerant means it’s “still working just fine.” This couldn’t be further from the truth.

Refrigerant isn’t like fuel. It ‘s not supposed to be consumed by your AC. If your AC is low on refrigerant, then it’s high time you had a professional check it out and report back to explain what went wrong.

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The 3 Most Common AC Repairs We See

Monday, May 11th, 2020

We’re your friendly, neighborhood HVAC technicians here with another announcement about air conditioner repairs. Homeowners are always curious about what could be going wrong with their air conditioner, but they usually don’t have the kind of information that we do. Essentially, there are some very common problems that occur over and over again, and while homeowners might think they have something rarer going on in their system from a quick web search, most of the time the culprit is one of these common issues.

So, next time you call us for AC repair in Live Oak, FL remember that your air conditioner is much more likely to be suffering from one of the problems we’ve listed below. While there could be a more sinister or rare problem occurring, we’ll be the ones to get to the bottom of it.

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Get Your AC Ready for Spring!

Monday, March 2nd, 2020

Springtime is just around the corner and you know what that means! A little bit of spring cleaning here, some warmer weather, and preparing for the scorching temperatures that are just around the corner when summer inevitably hits. We’re in the HVAC industry, as you know, so it’s our job to remind you when spring maintenance is upon us. We’ll get into why this is important to do now, down below.

For now, here are a few things you as a homeowner can do to improve the effectiveness, efficiency, and longevity of your air conditioner before the summer hits in full swing. If you’re often nervous about whether or not your system will need AC repair in Newberry, FL, then this could be the perfect opportunity to make minor adjustments and stave off the inevitable expensive issues.

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AC Noises That You’ll Want to Be Aware of

Monday, February 17th, 2020

Air conditioners are our specialty, mostly because of how hot it gets in our part of Florida. It might not be scorchingly hot yet, but it will get there soon enough. When temperatures do rise, you’ll want an air conditioner that functions to your liking, which means you’ll need to address any repair needs sooner rather than later.

So, in light of the approaching spring season, we’re going to talk about some noises that your air conditioner might have made last summer or fall, and what they likely mean for the health of your system going forward. It’s always a good idea to get your air conditioning in Williston, FL repaired before they have to stand strong during the summer. If any of the following noises sound familiar from the last cooling season, then give our team a call today to schedule repairs!

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How to Hire a Great AC Repair Technician

Monday, June 10th, 2019

ac-technician-working-on-air-conditionerIf you want a great technician to handle your air conditioning repair, then you need a great air conditioning company. You rely on your cooling system on almost a daily basis in this part of the world, and therefore you need it to function at its best. Therefore, you wouldn’t want to trust its service to just anyone.

We recommend partnering with a knowledgeable and trustworthy HVAC contractor for whatever your air conditioning or heating needs are. You don’t want to rush into a decision and just go with an amateur repair professional just because it’s cheaper. Remember, the phrase, “you get what you pay for” often rings true for jobs like this. We encourage you to do your research and partner with the best HVAC company and AC repair technician you can find. We’ve provided some guidelines below on how you can ensure this is the case.

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The Best Ways to Keep Cool This Summer

Monday, April 15th, 2019

woman-sitting-in-front-of-ceiling-fanYou may have read this title and thought, “well I already know the best way to stay cool—run my air conditioner at full blast all day, every day like I do every summer.” We get it, your cooling system is a necessity, not a luxury. But it’s no secret that this is expensive, and we’d like to help you cut costs at least a little bit!

The good news is, there are ways to use your air conditioner more efficiently so that you’re not paying more than you need to on your cooling bills. This is vital for Florida residents since our “summers” are practically a 9-month affair. Keep reading for some great tips on staying cool while letting your air conditioner relax at least a little bit.

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Improve AC Efficiency with These Simple Tips

Monday, October 15th, 2018

top view of an outdoor AC unitWhen you live someplace like Florida, it goes without saying that an air conditioner is an absolute must. It’s needed to make homes in our region not only comfortable for the families in them, but bearable. However, if your cooling system doesn’t work the way you expect it to, then it’s time to call for air conditioning repair in Alachua, FL, particularly if you skipped maintenance this past spring (though, it’s never too late to get it on your schedule).

That being said, repair needs are not the only reason that your AC system may not be working as efficiently as it should be able to. The good news is, there is something you can do about! Keep reading for some tips on how to utilize your air conditioner most efficiently, and give our team a call if you suspect any operational problems.

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