What Size AC Do I Need for My House?

April 11th, 2022
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If you’re currently looking for a new air conditioning installation in Conyers, GA to deal with the upcoming summer, we’re glad you’re asking a question like this. The size of an air conditioning system is one of the most important factors in choosing which AC to install. It’s not something you want to get wrong either. Go too big or too small, and you’ll have an air conditioner that doesn’t do what you need and will cost you far too much to do a bad job.

The good news is that you don’t have to make this choice yourself. It’s best to leave sizing a new AC to professionals like ours. Below we’ll get into why sizing an air conditioner is so important and how we find out the right size AC for a house.

How Is the Right HVAC System Size Determined for Installation?

  • Calculate your home’s square footage to estimate base heating and cooling needs
  • Evaluate insulation levels, windows, ceiling height, and sun exposure
  • Factor in the number of occupants and heat-producing appliances
  • Perform a Manual J load calculation to determine required BTUs or tonnage
  • Select a system that matches the calculated capacity to prevent short cycling or overworking

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Warning Sounds Your AC Might Make

March 28th, 2022
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We know what you might be thinking. The cooling season just started so would you seriously need an air conditioner repair in Dublin this early? The truth is that you might.

But this isn’t a reflection on you. Older systems and systems that see a lot of heavy use are just more likely to need repairs, even earlier in the season. Maintenance can reduce the risk of this, of course, but repairs will still pop up.

The key is not to ignore these early repairs. Taking care of them now is going to make the rest of the season far easier and more comfortable for you.

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Watch for These Signs of an AC Compressor in Trouble

March 28th, 2022
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All the parts of a central air conditioning system are important, but the compressor is at the top of the pyramid. Not only can an air conditioner not do its job with a failed compressor, but the end of a compressor’s lifespan often is the end of the whole air conditioner’s lifespan. This is because compressors are expensive components to replace, and it’s often more cost-effective to get a new AC if a compressor is no longer under warranty. 

However, if you know what to look and listen for, you can sometimes catch a dying compressor early and arrange to have expert technicians fix it. Below we’ve listed several of the warning signs of compressor troubles. Don’t hesitate to call us for repairs: the problem may not end up being the compressor, but you’ll still be glad you had professionals investigating early. You’ll have a much lower chance of getting caught with no cooling in your house during the summer. 

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4 Reasons to Schedule AC Maintenance Today

March 14th, 2022

It might seem strange to go from discussing your heater one week to then discussing your air conditioner the next. And yet, with the way the weather around here can switch gears between one day and the next, it is great to be prepared.

When the warm weather hits, is your air conditioner going to be ready? You may think that it is, but with air conditioning maintenance in Dublin, GA you can be 100% sure. This is a service that our team proudly offers to residents in and around Dublin that helps get your AC system ready for the heavy work ahead.

Let’s look at a few reasons why you should book your appointment for maintenance today.

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It’s Almost Spring—Get on the Schedule for AC Maintenance!

March 14th, 2022
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Spring is a strange time of the year for HVAC contractors. We’re used to a steady stream of calls in winter and summer from customers who need fast service to restore their broken heater or AC. Then the mild weather of spring comes along, and most people will need neither HVAC system operating.

This doesn’t mean we don’t stay busy—just a different kind of busy. Many homeowners choose this time of year to have old air conditioning systems replaced or to make upgrades on their systems. If you aren’t looking for a new AC, there still is an important service you need to arrange with our technicians: a regular maintenance tune-up and inspection. 

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Is Your Heater Fixable?

February 28th, 2022

Just a couple more months until we are able to enjoy warm weather again. Many of us are already looking forward to the reprieve of summer temperatures. But until then, we need to be able to rely on our heaters. Can you trust yours to get you through the rest of the chilly weather? 

If you’re unsure about whether your heater is up to the task, it may be worth it to reach out to a professional. We can tell you if your heater needs a heating replacement in Dublin, GA or if your system may be able to get by with a repair.

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Even at the End of Winter, Never Delay Scheduling Repairs!

February 28th, 2022
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The weather is warming up as we move into March—although it’s not yet spring, and March is notorious for hurling cold weather surprises at us. However, you’ll soon begin wrapping up the time of year when you run your home’s heater the most. With warmer weather on the horizon, you’ll find it tempting to put aside any repairs you think the heating system may require. “It can’t be too urgent, and I won’t need the heater that often anyway,” you may think.

But heating repair in Covington, GA is important to schedule promptly, no matter the season or the upcoming weather forecast. If your heating system is acting strangely or isn’t working right, call us as soon as you can to arrange for our technicians to fix it. 

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How to Handle a Cracked Heat Exchanger

February 14th, 2022

There is more than one issue your furnace can run into over the years. All of them should be dealt with as quickly as possible, but there is one that is likely one of the most serious: the cracked heat exchanger.

Why is this furnace repair in Baxley, GA such a big deal? The short answer is that it can pose a risk to both your comfort and your health. If you discover your furnace has a cracked heat exchanger, this is what you need to know to get your system fixed and keep yourself safe.

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How Your Furnace’s Ignition System Works

February 14th, 2022
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You might still have a furnace that uses a standing pilot light to ignite the burners, but this style of furnace ignition is fading away as improved technology takes over. Fewer new furnace models use standing pilot lights, and if the current furnace you have was built after 2010, then it almost certainly uses a different type of ignition system—an electronic one. 

The year 2010 was when most natural gas furnaces shifted from standing pilot lights to types of electronic ignition. If you want to know how these ignition systems work, you’ve come to the right place.

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Why a Filter Change is Important to Your Heater

January 17th, 2022

Whether you have a furnace heater or a heat pump mini split, you know that there are a lot of vital components that make up the system. Blower motors, fans, belts, electrical connections, and more are required to get the job done and allow your heater to function properly.

Your HVAC filter should be included in this list!

That may come as a surprise to some people, but it is a true statement. Your system filter plays an important role in the function of your heater, even if it isn’t moving part. What’s more, keeping your filter in good condition can help to prevent a good number of future heating repairs in Warner Robins. Have we got your attention? Great! Let’s talk about that filter.

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