It’s well known that “you get what you pay for” is more than a cliché. Quality costs, and when it comes to a purchase as large and complex as your split air conditioning system, it’s always better to err on the side of caution and a quality installation. Continue reading “Replacing Your Split Air Conditioning System: Skimp Now and Risk Paying Later”
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Manual J: Insist on It, as a Rule of Thumb
If you’re thinking about upgrading your air conditioner this summer, you should be familiar with Manual J. Continue reading “Manual J: Insist on It, as a Rule of Thumb”
The R-22 Phaseout Is Speeding up — Is Now the Time for an A/C Replacement?
You may not have heard of R-22, but you’re probably familiar with the term “Freon,” which is the proprietary name. R-22 is a refrigerant used in air conditioning systems to create cold air. Continue reading “The R-22 Phaseout Is Speeding up — Is Now the Time for an A/C Replacement?”
SEER Ratings: So What Are They Exactly?
If you’ve been in the market for a new cooling system in recent years, you’ve probably seen references to a unit’s seasonal energy efficiency ratio, or SEER. Understanding more about this efficiency can help you cool your house as effectively as possible. Continue reading “SEER Ratings: So What Are They Exactly?”
Your Air Conditioner Installation: Getting the Right Contractor for the Job
Installing an air conditioner can be difficult to do on your own. That’s why it’s best to hire an air conditioner installation contractor for the job. Continue reading “Your Air Conditioner Installation: Getting the Right Contractor for the Job”
Your New Air Conditioner: Looking Beyond the SEER Ratings
If you’re looking for a new air conditioner, there are many factors to consider. Continue reading “Your New Air Conditioner: Looking Beyond the SEER Ratings”
Your Air Conditioner Replacement: Should You Really Put It off Any Longer?
It’s easy to put off an air conditioner replacement because it’s an expensive undertaking and a fairly complicated process. But putting the replacement off too long will raise your electric bills and could leave you uncomfortable when the weather turns warm. Continue reading “Your Air Conditioner Replacement: Should You Really Put It off Any Longer?”
Tend to Your Air Conditioner Maintenance Now, Before Long Island Heats Up
The ideal time for air conditioner maintenance is in the spring, so your system is functioning at its highest level of efficiency before the summer heat arrives. Continue reading “Tend to Your Air Conditioner Maintenance Now, Before Long Island Heats Up”
Take Advantage of Residential Energy Tax Credits for HVAC Purchases
There is good news for consumers who have been hesitant to upgrade their heating and cooling systems. The federal government has reinstated the 25C residential energy tax credits for taxpayers for qualifying equipment. Continue reading “Take Advantage of Residential Energy Tax Credits for HVAC Purchases”
Your Malfunctioning Air Conditioner: Easy Troubleshooting Tips
Your A/C is an important component of your Long Island home, keeping you cool in the summer months. When your air conditioner malfunctions, your first reaction may be to call for service. And while you may need to, there are some things you can check yourself first. Continue reading “Your Malfunctioning Air Conditioner: Easy Troubleshooting Tips”