FAQs about Air Conditioning and HVAC Systems

Ductless Mini-Split systems are heating and cooling systems that allow you to control the temperatures in individual rooms or spaces. They can be a good choice for room additions where extending or installing distribution ductwork is not feasible for energy-efficient new homes that require only a small space air conditioning system.

The ideal home temperature should be set between 74- and 78-degrees Fahrenheit.

It’s not a good idea for Florida residents to ever turn the thermostat to “Off” to avoid humidity buildup. Instead, when you’re out of the house, just turn the thermostat up several degrees to save on energy. (You’ll save 3%-5% on cooling costs for every degree you turn up the thermostat.)

HVAC Filters should be changed as needed and depending on how much each unit is used.

Certain high-energy-efficient air conditioners are designed to be able to run at full capacity all day long. However, in general, you wouldn’t want to run your air con non-stop as you’d have oversized electric bills and probably overwork the mechanical system.

In most homes, the AC will run for 15-20 minutes until the desired temperature setting is reached, and then shut off. The AC will rest awhile and then turn back on when the temperature starts rising again. Moving the thermostat up even a couple of degrees will cut down on AC run time and save on electricity, while still keeping the house cool.

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Replacing a small section of ductwork can be done with very little effort and only a small amount of prior training and know-how. Nevertheless, replacing larger sections of HVAC ductwork can be a difficult process and requires considerable experience to perform properly. 

Ductwork over the 15-year mark should be replaced. As a rule of thumb, ductwork has an optimal service life of between 20 and 25 years. But unless it has been perfectly cleaned, repaired, and maintained, it is more likely to begin losing efficiency at 15. Faulty ductwork can increase the strain on the HVAC system and its efficiency, so a replacement is the best option.

The heat pump extracts the heat from the cold air outside and provides warmth for the interior of the home. To accomplish this, an electric compressor is used to increase the temperature of the interior with heat extracted from the air outside. The heat pump also keeps the interior cool by transferring heat from inside the building to the outside of the building.

A heat pump extracts heat from the cold outside air and transfers it inside our home. To this end, a compressor inside the device uses electricity to increase the temperature of the heat extracted from the outside air. The heat pump can also generates cooling by transferring warm indoor air to the outside.

Here are the 8 Most Common Air Conditioning Problems to Know About

The Air Conditioner Is Not Turning On

Air Conditioner Making Noises.

Air Conditioner Freezing Up Outside Unit. 

Electric Control Failure.

AC Refrigerant Leak. 

Frozen Evaporator Coil.

Air Conditioner Leaking Water Outside.

Air Conditioner Not Blowing Cold Air.

As the name implies, heat pumps pump heat from one spot to another, rather than converting fuel into heat — this is a far more efficient process. Split systems allow for a specific area of the building to be warmed and cooled as needed, without having to cool the rest of the home. This takes efficiency to a whole new level. Conventional systems are also cheaper to repair and maintain. 

The best time to replace your ductwork is when you are replacing the air conditioner unit. All contractors are trained in retrofitting your new AC system to your current ductwork. But if you go ahead and replace the ductwork, you will not be straining your new AC system with inefficient ductwork, which goes a long way in reducing ongoing costs of maintenance and generally makes things more efficient.  

HVAC professionals recommend changing the HVAC filters, that is the filter connected to your furnace every 90 days — to 3 months. But this can also be very different depending on the type of Filter you have, its thickness, and its capacity to collect dirt from the environment. Furthermore, if your environment is replete with airborne particles, your filters can clog faster.   Adjust your filter changes as needed.   

The SMART thermostat is an innovative device that can be accessed via an app on your mobile device.  This automatically resets the temperature settings of your home to your desired specifications from wherever you have Wi-Fi access.  

The app to access your home’s SMART thermostat can be downloaded on your mobile device or PC. As long as your device is connected to Wi-Fi you can connect to the thermostat and regulate ambient temperatures from any remote location. This is perfect for warming or cooling your home just before you arrive to conserve energy and maintain a fair standard of comfort.  

HVAC installation involves the gamut of domestic systems that connect to and from your HVAC system. Expert care and attention to detail are essential to avoiding a catastrophe. Once the work is complete, and the HVAC systems are carefully inspected, the homeowner will have peace of mind in professional performance.