Proper Attic Ventilation is Helpful Year RoundYour attic may be out of sight and out of mind, but the conditions there greatly affect your home’s overall health. And an attic fan is particularly essential to improving your home’s health. Continue reading “Why An Attic Fan Is Essential To Your Home’s Health”
A Ceiling Fan Can Help Your Home’s Circulation
Some things in life just seem to go together: a tea bag and water, a hammer and nails and an A/C and ceiling fans. When you put the last two into action inside of your home, you can reach peak energy efficiency. Continue reading “Your A/C And Ceiling Fans: The Efficiency’s Better When You Use Them Together”
So how can you muffle a noisy air conditioner? First, know your limitations. If you feel out of your element meddling with an air conditioner (and many homeowners do), call the experts at T.F. O’Brien Cooling & Heating. We’ll clean your compressor and blades to ensure they function at peak efficiency.
Just remember that while cleaning will help matters, the noise may continue, especially if your unit is more than 10 years old. In this case, you may wish to consider building a fence around the unit. Installed at least 3 feet from the unit and made with boards that allow proper airflow, a fence made with sound-proofing materials may muffle a good deal of the noise coming from your A/C.
Another remedy? A sound blanket, which can be carefully placed on the inside of the air conditioner or heat pump and wrapped around the compressor. Sound blankets do not impair airflow; in fact, they actually insulate the compressor and help the unit maintain a more consistent temperature, thereby prolonging the life span of the compressor’s bearings. Further, sound blankets can reduce the noise coming from your air conditioner by 30 to 50 percent. They also prevent condensate from forming on the compressor on humid days. Learn more about air conditioning repairs.
T.F. O’Brien Cooling & Heating has more than 85+ years experience in bringing peace and quiet to the greater Long Island area–and we can do the same for you and your noisy air conditioner with just a phone call.
Our goal is to help educate our customers about energy and home comfort issues (specific to HVAC systems). Simply give us a call at 516.488.1800, and we will be happy to help.
What Makes My Air Conditioner Produce Cold Air?
Air conditioning basics rely on simple facts usually learned during first-year chemistry. In order to produce cooling, an air conditioner must convert a chemical from its gaseous state into a liquid state, and vice versa. Continue reading “Air Conditioning Basics: A Guide To Your Unit’s Inner Workings”
Can a Ductless Mini-Split Be the Home Comfort Solution for You?Extending ductwork isn’t always a pleasant option for add-on spaces like a retrofitted attic or basement or for areas in your home that are difficult to heat and cool. For a practical and aesthetically pleasing solution, explore the versatile design and installation that ductless mini splits offer. Continue reading “The Ductless Mini Split: An Elegant Solution For Your Cooling Challenge”
Pretty soon, it will be time to turn on your air conditioner and sit back with a cool drink to enjoy–or maybe just wait out–the summer heat. But what happens if your air conditioner isn’t working after its winter break? Continue reading “Is Your Air Conditioner Ready For Cooling Season? Schedule Maintenance Now”
Flow of Warm Air is Dependent on Clean and Clear DuctworkIf you notice changes in the temperature in your home, such as a cooler than usual temperature in the wintertime, you might be experiencing the ill effects of neglected ducts. You might be surprised to find how far a little duct maintenance goes toward improving your home comfort. Continue reading “How Efficiently Your Furnace Allows Warm Air To Circulate Through Your Home Depends On Your Duct Maintenance”
How to Determine If Your Furnace Needs Repairs
Your furnace is bound to get a workout as it keeps you warm through the cold Long Island winters, so now is the time to queue your ears and eyes to signs of trouble to keep it in good working order. Continue reading “You’ll Know If It’s Time To Repair Your Furnace When You Learn What To Look And Listen For”
Moisture Can Appear in Your Attic for a Number of Reasons
In the interest of conserving energy, homeowners are doing their best to tightly seal their homes. One area that definitely needs proper ventilation, however, is the attic. Without it, your attic can trap contaminants, moisture, and heat, all of which can cause significant problems in your home. Continue reading “Wondering How Water Got Into Your Attic? Improper Ventilation May Be the Cause”
An Attached Garage is Convenient, But Also Filled With Potential Pollutants
When your home’s indoor air quality is poor, it will affect the everyday life of all who live in the home. Air impurities can cause headaches, fatigue, dizziness and nausea, as well as aggravate asthma and allergy symptoms. More serious health complications, such as respiratory problems, can occur from long-term exposure. Continue reading “How Can You Improve Your Home’s Indoor Air Quality? Consider Cleaning Out Your Attached Garage”
