Premier Heating and Air Blog for ‘Air Conditioning’ Category

Why an Oversized AC Is a Truly “Big” Problem

Monday, July 18th, 2022
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In a recent post, we debunked several common myths about air conditioning systems. We didn’t have space for all the major misconceptions people have about ACs (there are plenty!), but we wanted to write a specific blog post about one we didn’t include because it deserves special attention. This is the myth that “There’s no such thing as an air conditioner that’s too powerful.” Or, in HVAC terms, “an oversized AC.”

When people are looking for a new air conditioning installation in Conyers, GA, they often fall into the mistaken belief that it’s better to err on the side of an AC that’s too powerful rather than one that’s not powerful enough. It’s easy to see why this is a common belief. If the AC provides too much cooling, you can just adjust the thermostat, right? 

However, the sizing of an air conditioning system for a house is complex, and both undersized and oversized ACs create problems. An undersized AC won’t be able to cool the house fully, and an oversized AC will … well, we’ll get into that below.

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6 Ways to Improve Your Home’s Efficiency This Summer

Monday, July 18th, 2022
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The summer season in our region presents a big challenge. The challenge is keeping comfortable when the heat and humidity are at their worst! Thankfully, we live in a time when we have the ability to use air conditioners to cool our homes and keep things livable. But using those systems can come at a price, especially if you aren’t careful.

We want you to be able to stay comfortable without an overly high bill. This doesn’t mean being without the use of your AC either. Let’s explore some ways you can enjoy better energy efficiency in your home which will make using your air conditioner in Dublin, GA easier and less expensive.

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How Long Should My AC’s Compressor Run?

Monday, July 4th, 2022
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One of the small pleasures of the summer season is the satisfying thunk noise of the compressor in an air conditioning system turning on. As this part of the AC goes to work, it means cool, refreshing air will soon flow from vents around the house. 

If you’ve lived with a central air conditioning system before, then you’ll know its compressor doesn’t run constantly when you have the air conditioner turned to cool off the home. Instead, it runs periodically and then powers down for a stretch. These periods are known as cooling cycles, and they help to keep the temperature in a house from becoming too cold and to prevent the compressor (the most powerful part of an AC and the one that uses the most electricity) from overheating. But how long should the compressor run at a time?

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What Causes an Iced-Over AC System

Monday, June 6th, 2022

Your air conditioner needs to be in optimal condition at this point in the season. If you are already seeing problems in your AC unit at this point in the season, you may be in trouble. Thankfully, our team is here to help.

Today we want to discuss why an air conditioner that is developing a layer of ice on its evaporator coil is in need of repairs. While some people may think that ice build-up in their AC is a sign of a system that is working really well, this is the furthest thing from the truth!

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The Sounds That Mean Trouble For Your AC

Monday, June 6th, 2022
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You likely know what the normal noises are that your air conditioner makes while it is running. Sounds like the whoosh of air through your ducts and even some movement from the ducts themselves when they expand or contract are all probably normal. But when your AC begins to create new sounds, then it may be time to pay closer attention.

A noisy AC may be a system that needs repairs. And if that is the case, the sooner a technician arrives to address the problem the better off things will be. But what sounds are we talking about? We are happy to tell you below so you know exactly when to call us for repairs.

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Top 5 Myths About ACs We Want to Debunk

Monday, May 23rd, 2022
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Any important home appliance will have several myths surrounding it, such as the old idea that putting ice cubes down a garbage disposal will sharpen the blades. Well, garbage disposals don’t have blades, and ice cubes can damage the disposal. Toss that idea in the trash and you’ll save yourself disposal grief.

Air conditions have their own body of lore, much of it false. Although some of these misunderstandings are harmless, others can lead to poor operation and wasted money. Below, we’ll debunk several major AC myths we encounter far too often.

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These 5 Issues Mean You Need an AC Repair

Monday, May 23rd, 2022

As things start to warm up around here, it means that having a properly working air conditioner in your home is highly important. You don’t want your AC system running up your energy bills or working poorly on the hottest day of the year.

If you’ve run your air conditioner a few times already but started to notice that the system isn’t operating quite right, it is important to have it checked out. A need for air conditioner repair in Dublin that is already present will only get worse as the season progresses.

Reach out to us for repairs today if you notice any of the following indicators of trouble:

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What’s That Moldy Smell Coming From the AC?

Monday, May 9th, 2022
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Here’s an odor you don’t want floating around inside your house: a moldy stench that smells like a pile of dirty socks. It seems to be coming from the air conditioning vents. What’s causing it and what can you do about it?

It won’t shock you to learn that what you’re experiencing is a common problem with air conditioners known as “dirty sock syndrome.” Yes, the people who named it knew exactly what they were talking about. No, nobody has tossed a bunch of dirty socks into your HVAC system (I mean, we don’t think so). But the odor is coming from the same source as smelly socks—bacteria from microbes. You’ve got a source of it in your AC, and we can probably guess what it is. Below we’ll talk more about how dirty sock syndrome happens in an air conditioner and what you can do about it.

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Your Options For Your Next Air Conditioner

Monday, May 9th, 2022
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As summer gets closer and closer, it becomes increasingly apparent that you need a good AC in your house to keep cool. Swelteringly hot and humid days in this part of Georgia often prove to be too much for window ACs to handle. And you shouldn’t have to spend your free time seeking out cool air outside of your home.

What are your top options for installing heating and air in your home?

  • Central air conditioner: A proven, powerful cooling solution that works if your home has existing ductwork; modern versions like inverter or VRF systems offer better efficiency.
  • Heat pump mini-split system: Provides both heating and cooling through a single setup using refrigerant and a reversing valve for year-round comfort.
  • Ductless heat pump: Consists of multiple wall-mounted units connected to an outdoor condenser, ideal for homes without ducts and improves air quality by avoiding dirty ductwork.

If you are tired of fighting to stay comfortable during the summer, you should schedule an air conditioning installation in Dublin to get an effective, efficient system in your home. Modern systems are able to provide better control over your home comfort without using an excessive amount of energy. If you’re unsure where to start, our guide on how to choose your next AC system can help you make a confident, informed decision.

Let’s look at what your options are for your upcoming AC installation.

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Watch Out for AC Refrigerant Leaks! Here’s Why (And How)

Monday, April 25th, 2022
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One of the more common air conditioning system malfunctions that our technicians repair is refrigerant leaks. Leaks most frequently occur in AC systems older than five years. This is because the copper refrigerant lines may start to corrode after this period due to exposure to formaldehyde in the air. A small spot from formicary corrosion (a type of corrosion that affects copper) will allow pinhole leaks to start in the lines and allow refrigerant to escape.

This may sound like a minor problem. It’s not! Refrigerant leaks will put your air conditioning system in jeopardy of failure and the possible need to replace the entire AC. We’ll explain more about the danger of refrigerant leaks and how to know when it’s time to call us for air conditioning repair in Conyers, GA.

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