While many of us in South Florida won't be cranking up the heat any time soon, we at the Miami air conditioning experts like to cover all bases regarding your home a/c unit. And who knows? Temps could continue to drop over the next few months calling for the need to tap the heat up in your home or office.
Like all electronics and machinery, your air unit requires maintenance. Ever turn on the heat and smell a distinct and disgusting burning smell? That's your heat zapping all the dust bunnies that have formed on it in the past months. Gross, right?! Properly cleaning and dusting these ducts will prevent this smell, and also help to clear out any dirt, dust or debris that may hinder the efficient flow of air into your home.
Check wiring to make sure everything is in proper working order. A loose wire or a gap to the outdoors will not only invite critters inside--but it will also allow your paid-for air (hot or cold) to escape back outside. Then you're right back where you started! Insulation and sealing is a vital and important function of a healthy air unit.
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
A/C Named One of the Greatest Inventions
When it comes to technological advances throughout time, air conditioning is certainly a creation highly regarded by many--especially those of us here in South Florida. Air conditioning has evolved over time from rotary fans to refrigerator style units, to the modern machines that we see today.
Did you know that your air conditioner is a byproduct of almost 100 years of cooling, heating and energy efficiency studies? If you think about it, these complex machines are a true scientific study, and they likely had many trial and error processes underway until there was a working air conditioner for people to use.
Here at the South Florida air conditioning experts, we want to remind you that you should appreciate your air conditioner--don't take it for granted! We are one of the few countries where having an air conditioner is the norm--many European cities (and even Manhattan) are comprised of apartments and homes lacking a cooling system. Count your blessings and kiss your thermostat!
Did you know that your air conditioner is a byproduct of almost 100 years of cooling, heating and energy efficiency studies? If you think about it, these complex machines are a true scientific study, and they likely had many trial and error processes underway until there was a working air conditioner for people to use.
Here at the South Florida air conditioning experts, we want to remind you that you should appreciate your air conditioner--don't take it for granted! We are one of the few countries where having an air conditioner is the norm--many European cities (and even Manhattan) are comprised of apartments and homes lacking a cooling system. Count your blessings and kiss your thermostat!
Monday, November 28, 2011
Could Your Home Use an Energy Makeover?
Lower power bills and less energy consumption could be in your near future, thanks to home energy makeovers that help to point out wasteful habits and corresponding remedies for saving on home energy use. Around the home tricks such as weatherstripping, air duct work, insulation, using water saving faucets on plumbing fixtures and swapping out low voltage light bulbs are all home modifications that can go a long way in saving on your monthly bill.
As we become more fixated on cutting carbon footprints and reducing pollution, it only seems natural that monitoring individual energy consumption would be a relevant concern. Other modifications, such as solar panels and energy saving water heaters, dishwashers, and washing machines are all bigger changes that will also save bigger bucks.
Remember, each household can make a difference when it comes to energy conservation. If you need help on how to cut back use in your home, contact the South Florida air conditioning experts and we'll come conduct a energy efficiency survey in your home.
As we become more fixated on cutting carbon footprints and reducing pollution, it only seems natural that monitoring individual energy consumption would be a relevant concern. Other modifications, such as solar panels and energy saving water heaters, dishwashers, and washing machines are all bigger changes that will also save bigger bucks.
Remember, each household can make a difference when it comes to energy conservation. If you need help on how to cut back use in your home, contact the South Florida air conditioning experts and we'll come conduct a energy efficiency survey in your home.
FPL's New A/C FilterSmart Program
Florida Power & Light is embarking on a new endeavor to help customers remember to change out their air conditioning filters in hopes to save utility usage and also to be more energy efficient. The program works by adding a varied fee to your monthly bill and in turn, you receive filters in the air each month to swap out and replace the old one with. The length you commit to is what affects the price: 1 month ($15), two months ($7.50) or 3 months ($5.95) commitment will lock you in to the program for the given length of time.
With the program, delivery and shipping are both free, and any change in fees will be notated by a letter with your monthly bill at least 45 days prior to the change. Benefits of the program can vary depending on personal usage, convenience of not shopping for filters, or overall utility consumption of your household. Also, renters vs. homeowners will have different pros and cons as well--if you rent, should your landlord foot the bill since it should technically extend the life of their unit? Should your landlord be responsible for filters in the first place? These are things to consider. If it seems right for you, the air conditioning repair experts want you to go for it!
With the program, delivery and shipping are both free, and any change in fees will be notated by a letter with your monthly bill at least 45 days prior to the change. Benefits of the program can vary depending on personal usage, convenience of not shopping for filters, or overall utility consumption of your household. Also, renters vs. homeowners will have different pros and cons as well--if you rent, should your landlord foot the bill since it should technically extend the life of their unit? Should your landlord be responsible for filters in the first place? These are things to consider. If it seems right for you, the air conditioning repair experts want you to go for it!
Keep Your Air Ducts Clean
The ducts in your air conditioning unit are a vital part of a healthy functioning a/c. Potential health risks such as mold, germs, bacteria and fungus can live in the air conditioning ducts and therefore contaminate the air that is being pumped into your living space. Here at the air conditioning maintenance team, we want to make sure your family and your home are safe.
Regardless of the potential dangers that could form in your air ducts, don't be fooled into thinking they need to be cleaned constantly or that all ducts are subject to these dangers equally. As you get your annual air conditioning system check-up, the ducts will be investigated and you'll know from there if they need to be cleaned. According to the EPA, the ducts will get dirty over time, so cleaning them is logical.
Remember to work with a reputable air conditioning company that you TRUST, and who's diagnosis you value. Your friends at Edd Helms are available for your air needs...call us today!
Regardless of the potential dangers that could form in your air ducts, don't be fooled into thinking they need to be cleaned constantly or that all ducts are subject to these dangers equally. As you get your annual air conditioning system check-up, the ducts will be investigated and you'll know from there if they need to be cleaned. According to the EPA, the ducts will get dirty over time, so cleaning them is logical.
Remember to work with a reputable air conditioning company that you TRUST, and who's diagnosis you value. Your friends at Edd Helms are available for your air needs...call us today!
Sunday, November 27, 2011
Up Your A/C Efficiency
As we've told you time and time again here at the Miami air conditioning repair team blog, air conditioning maintenance is essential to a healthy air conditioner unit and also to conserving energy and money. As with other electronics and machinery that is used daily--such as your car, your coffee maker or even your computer, maintenance is key. Changing oil, cleaning out coffee grinds, or even running anti virus software are examples of how these items need maintenance. For your air conditioner, it's a little different, but still important.
The air conditioner has several parts that you need to show some TLC to. One of the easiest and most important parts of a functioning air conditioner is the filter. The filter is an easy and inexpensive piece that you swap out each month to maximize air flow. An old filter gets build up of dirt, dust and other debris that inhibits free flowing air into your home. Subsequently, your air conditioner works harder and uses more energy--no good for your machine or for your wallet!
We recommend marking a date to change your filters and setting it in your Outlook or your phone, so that you don't let months go by without changing it. It takes 5 minutes and goes a long way!
The air conditioner has several parts that you need to show some TLC to. One of the easiest and most important parts of a functioning air conditioner is the filter. The filter is an easy and inexpensive piece that you swap out each month to maximize air flow. An old filter gets build up of dirt, dust and other debris that inhibits free flowing air into your home. Subsequently, your air conditioner works harder and uses more energy--no good for your machine or for your wallet!
We recommend marking a date to change your filters and setting it in your Outlook or your phone, so that you don't let months go by without changing it. It takes 5 minutes and goes a long way!
President Obama Doesn't Use Air Conditioning?!
According to President Barack Obama's right-hand man, Obama loves to leave the air conditioner off--even in the midst of summer--to recreate the climate of his native island of Hawaii. Whether it's in the car or the oval office, Obama likes it in the 80s at least.
These insights to the President's climate choice come courtesy of Mr Love, a man who's been his bodyguard/constant companion since 2006. For those not shy of the heat, Mr Love is stepping down from his position to attend business school--which means there are some shoes to fill in Washington.
With weather preference like this, seems like President Obama should make more visits to South Florida, right?! Here at the Miami air conditioning experts, we sure think so. If you prefer your home a little cooler than 80, don't hesitate to contact your trusted air conditioner team at Edd Helms.
These insights to the President's climate choice come courtesy of Mr Love, a man who's been his bodyguard/constant companion since 2006. For those not shy of the heat, Mr Love is stepping down from his position to attend business school--which means there are some shoes to fill in Washington.
With weather preference like this, seems like President Obama should make more visits to South Florida, right?! Here at the Miami air conditioning experts, we sure think so. If you prefer your home a little cooler than 80, don't hesitate to contact your trusted air conditioner team at Edd Helms.
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