Author: Official HVAC

Now that summer has wound down, many homeowners want to know how to protect their A/C unit in the off season. There is no winterization that has to be done but the following tips may be helpful: Air Conditioning Tips Make sure equipment has been inspected and cleaned. If not, this is an ideal time … Continued

With the drop in daily temperatures, fall is officially here. It is time to do a safety inspection and preventative maintenance on your heating equipment. If your equipment is over 10 years old, you should be asking yourself just how efficient it is. The rating system for determining the efficiency of heating equipment is the … Continued

During the summer months many people complain about the high electric bills when they use their A/C units. The compressor, which is the heart of the A/C system, consumes more energy than any other appliance in the home. The key is to minimize its running time without compromising comfort. Some simple solutions on lowering electric … Continued

This is an interesting phenomenon that affects some homes but fortunately not for most. It is not indicative of a serious problem, but rather more of a nuisance. Lights Dim When AC Turns On The most obvious reason for lights dimming is that the A/C consumes a very high start up current and causes a … Continued

Tips to improve indoor air comfort Do not block supply or return vents with furniture. Keep interior doors open if the room has no return duct. Attic insulation should be at least R38. Keep furnace filters clean. Have equipment inspected annually. Have ducts professionally sealed with Aeroseal. If your HVAC equipment is over 10 years … Continued

Condensation on Ductwork If your ducts are in the crawl space or unfinished basement you probably have some condensation on them when your air conditioner is running. This is not indicative of an equipment problem, but rather, a problem with the building envelope. Whenever the surrounding air is warmer and more humid than the air … Continued

Years ago almost every home had a round or rectangular thermostat that had a small vial filled with mercury, which was actually the contact point for the 24 volt circuit. The only thing these thermostats were designed to do was to turn the equipment on or off. Programmable Thermostat Approximately 40 years ago Honeywell began … Continued