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Uneven Home Heating—Causes and Cures

Monday, November 25th, 2024
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Keeping your home comfortable during the colder months shouldn’t feel like a guessing game. But if you’re experiencing uneven heating—where some rooms are warm and others feel like the Arctic—it can be frustrating and costly. At Premier Heating & Air, we specialize in diagnosing and fixing issues and doing heating repair in Perry, GA. Let’s dive into the common causes of uneven heating and how you can restore balance to your indoor comfort.

How can proper installation prevent uneven heating in a home?

  • Ensure the heating system is correctly sized using a professional load calculation, preventing short cycling or insufficient airflow.
  • Design and seal ductwork properly to distribute warm air evenly and prevent leaks or blockages.
  • Place the thermostat in a central, obstruction-free location to accurately reflect overall home temperature.
  • Schedule regular maintenance (e.g., cleaning ducts, inspecting aging equipment) to keep performance consistent and identify early issues.

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Understanding the Defrost Controls for Your Heat Pump

Monday, November 11th, 2024
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Heat pumps offer an energy-efficient way to keep homes warm, especially here in Georgia. However, if your heat pump’s defrost controls aren’t working correctly, you may notice frost or ice building up on the outdoor unit. Let’s explore what defrost controls do, how they operate, and what to watch for when they aren’t working as they should.

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Is a Gas Furnace Safe for Your Home?

Monday, October 28th, 2024
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Natural gas is a common energy source for homes to power stoves, ovens, water heaters, drying machines, boilers, and furnaces. That it’s so common across the country will tell you that using natural gas in your home is safe. If you use a natural gas furnace to heat your home—and it’s the most common type of heater in the US—you can feel comfortable that you don’t have a dangerous object, some kind of ticking time bomb, in the house.

That’s the basic answer to the question, “Is a gas furnace safe for your home?” It’s not the full answer, because no natural gas appliance can be 100% safe all the time. Any furnace requires regular maintenance as well as targeted furnace repair in Perry, GA when needed. We’ll explain the ways a furnace might become unsafe and what you can do to prevent it.

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Causes For a Spike in Your Commercial HVAC Energy Costs

Monday, October 14th, 2024
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As a business owner, keeping your overhead costs manageable is always a priority. One expense that can quickly spiral out of control is energy costs, especially when it comes to HVAC systems. If you’ve noticed a sudden spike in your commercial energy bills, your HVAC system may be the culprit. For facilities running year-round cooling, the causes might be similar to those found in residential AC energy spikes, such as overworked units or system inefficiencies.

Let’s explore several common reasons behind rising HVAC energy costs and how our team can help you get them back under control with services like our commercial HVAC repair in Warner Robins, GA.

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Watch Out for These Potential Heat Pump Problems

Monday, September 16th, 2024
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Heat pumps are one of the best options available for homeowners when it comes to taking care of their comfort. A heat pump does the job of both cooling and heating a home, and it does so at greater efficiency than the more conventional method of pairing an AC and a furnace. 

If you have a heat pump, all you have to do when the cold weather starts this year is adjust the thermostat to provide heat. Your heat pump will easily switch over to its heating mode, reversing the direction that it works so instead of moving heat out of your house, it will move heat into it. That’s it! But if your system doesn’t respond as expected, you may be facing a heat pump stuck in one mode, which often requires professional service.

But a heat pump can malfunction, just like any other piece of equipment. We want you to be aware that you may need heat pump repair in Perry, GA at some point, so we’re going to look at several potential heat pump issues.

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Warning Sounds You May Hear From Your AC

Monday, September 2nd, 2024
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Air conditioning systems don’t run in complete silence, although advancing technology has made them quieter than ever. When the AC in your house is running, you’ll hear the whir of the fan motor and the hum of the compressor motor, the whoosh of air moving through the ductwork, occasional dripping from condensate moisture being removed from the system, and that’s about it.

If you do hear something different, or the AC is louder than normal, it’s sending you a sign that something is wrong. It may be a simple problem, or it may require you can call for expert HVAC service in Warner Robins, GA to diagnose the AC and see what needs to be fixed. Here is our guide to the common AC warning sounds to look out for.

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Yikes! Why Are My AC Bills So High?

Monday, August 19th, 2024
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Unless you have an electric water heater or furnace, the air conditioner is the most electrically demanding indoor appliance in your house. When an AC switches to cooling mode, it can consume around 3.0 kilowatts per hour per hour. By comparison, just running a ceiling fan consumes 0.025–0.075 kilowatts per hour. When you have to run your AC regularly, you can expect to see an increase in your regular electric bills, especially if your AC runs too long too often.

But if you’ve had the same AC for several years, you’ll have an understanding of how much that increase will be during the summer. When that increase starts to seem abnormally high and you know you aren’t doing anything different with cooling your home, it’s something to pay attention to. You may need to schedule AC repair in Warner Robins, GA with our team. You might even need to consider replacing the air conditioner. In some cases, an oversized AC system can contribute to higher bills by cycling on and off too quickly, leading to wasted energy.

We’ll look into why an AC might become a massive power-draining below. This will help you know what you need to do to get those costs under control. Part of the solution may involve getting your AC prepped for warmer weather so it runs efficiently before summer’s peak.

Why might your AC bills be so high, and when should you call HVAC service?

  • Clogged air filters: Restricted airflow forces your system to work harder and raises energy usage.
  • Faulty thermostat: A malfunctioning thermostat may overwork your AC by running it too much or misreading temps.
  • Refrigerant leaks: Low refrigerant makes your unit cool inefficiently and consume more power.
  • Leaky air ducts: Escaping conditioned air means your AC runs longer to maintain comfort.
  • Short-cycling: Frequent on-off cycling strains the system and uses excess energy.
  • Aging AC unit: Systems over 10-15 years old lose efficiency, time for a check-up or service.

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Leaky Air Ducts—Why This Is a Big HVAC Problem

Monday, August 5th, 2024
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The ducts in your house are a key part of the HVAC system: you don’t get any circulation of air or heated or cooled air sent to the rooms without it. Unfortunately, the ducts can sustain damage from corrosion, wear, aging, poor installation, vermin and insects, and construction that can create air leaks. In many homes, inefficient ductwork could be costing you money.

But are a few holes in the ductwork a big deal? Yes! It’s a reason we offer duct services in Warner Robins, GA to test and seal ducts. Below we’ll go into why leaky air ducts are a problem that requires a swift professional solution.

Why should you repair leaky air ducts promptly?

Leaky air ducts reduce HVAC efficiency, increase energy bills, and create uneven heating or cooling. They also let dust, allergens, and mold enter your system, which can worsen indoor air quality. Repairing ducts restores comfort, lowers costs, and helps your HVAC system last longer.

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What’s That AC Noise? These Might Be Repair Warnings!

Monday, July 22nd, 2024
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As the summer heat rolls in, the last thing you want is an air conditioner that’s making strange noises. Your AC should hum along quietly, keeping your home cool and comfortable. But if it starts to sound like a heavy metal band, it might be trying to tell you something. 

What do different AC noises mean and when should you call HVAC repair service?

  • Banging or Clanking: Loose or broken parts, such as fan blades or motor mounts, need fast repair to avoid major damage.
  • Hissing or Bubbling: Often a refrigerant leak that requires professional detection and recharging.
  • Screeching or Squealing: Usually worn or unlubricated bearings in the fan or blower motor.
  • Constant Clicking: Persistent clicking can point to electrical issues or thermostat failure.
  • Rattling: Caused by loose components or trapped debris inside the system.
  • Buzzing: Electrical faults or a failing compressor, turn the unit off and call an HVAC technician immediately.

At Premier, we’ve seen it all when it comes to ACs, and we know that unusual sounds can be the first signs of trouble. Let’s break down some of the common noises you might hear from your AC, what they could mean, and when it’s time to contact us for AC repair in Warner Robins, GA.

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No, Your AC Doesn’t Need a Regular “Re-Fill” of Refrigerant

Monday, July 8th, 2024
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When the summer is getting started and your home’s air conditioning system begins running on the regular, do you ever wonder if maybe it needs to have its refrigerant refilled or topped off? This is something people often think, but it’s based on a false assumption.

The simple answer is no, your AC will not need more refrigerant put into it during its service life—unless it’s a repair for a refrigerant leak. Our experts in air conditioning in Warner Robins, GA will explain more below.

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