As you know, summers in San Antonio can be extreme. In the sweltering heat, the last thing you want is to discover that your air conditioner won’t stay on. Here’s what to do when that happens. Check Your Filters If your AC turns on and off constantly, the first thing to do is to check…
The last thing you want in the sweltering Texas summer is to discover that your AC is blowing hot air. In today’s post we answer the question “Why is my AC blowing hot air?” and give you some tips to help you troubleshoot your unit. Why Is My AC Blowing Hot Air? There are several…
Having your AC go out during a hot summer day can be very frustrating. However, taking matters into your own hands can easily backfire. Here are some things you should NOT do when your AC goes out. Don’t Take Your AC Apart Yourself While it’s advisable to do some basic troubleshooting when your AC goes…
Have you been wondering whether it’s time to replace your air conditioning system? Well, wonder no more, because today we bring you four ways to tell when it’s time to replace your unit. Your Air Conditioner Is More Than 10 Years Old Air conditioners are designed to have a lifespan of 15 to 20 years.…
Learn more about your HVAC unit with these seven terms that are essential to make sense of these complex systems. HVAC HVAC stands for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning. As its name suggests, this type of system provides heating and cooling to houses and commercial buildings as well. According to Google, the term appeared around…
Water leaks are one of the most common air conditioning problems. This issue is relatively easy to solve in most cases, but it may lead to costly repairs if not addressed immediately. So, without further ado, these are the three most common reasons why AC units leak water. Dirty Filters As we have mentioned in…
Since the thermostat is one of the parts of your system you use more often, odds are that at some point you will have to deal with a blank thermostat display. That’s why today we would like to talk about what to do if your AC thermostat is blank. The Batteries May Need to Be…
Whether it’s cold or hot outside, there’s a step you can take to improve the efficiency of your Air Conditioning unit: find and seal any air leaks in your home. Detecting Air Leaks First, take care of the most obvious air leaks. Cover drafty windows with tight-fitting window treatments and install or replace door sweeps.…
Changing your AC filters is one of the easiest things you can do to ensure that your unit works at its best. You may think that this is a simple step, but simple things go a long way toward ensuring efficiency in Air Conditioning—and in most things in life! Improve Air Quality One of the…
Air conditioning makes our lives easier and it’s an important part of our daily routine. As such, AC is surrounded by many interesting tidbits of information. Below you will find some of them. One of the Most Common Household Appliances in American Homes Three-quarters of all homes in the United States have air conditioners. This…