After Your Home Energy Evaluation: How to Prioritize Your Improvements

After Your Home Energy Evaluation: How to Prioritize Your ImprovementsYou have your home energy evaluation results in hand, and now you are wondering what the best strategy is for implementing the recommendations in the report. Knowing how to prioritize the energy improvements depends on your short-term and long-term budgets, your ability to do some of the work yourself, and the importance you place on getting a quick payback on the investments. Read More »

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CCAC’s a Dave Lennox Premiere Dealer: What That Means When You Hire Us

CCAC's a Dave Lennox Premiere Dealer: What That Means When You Hire UsCCAC, short for Constantly Concerned About Customers, Inc., is a leading heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) contractor in the Corpus Christi area. We are one of the few HVAC contractors in the area to carry the prestigious Dave Lennox Premier Dealer designation, a distinction that assures customers of top notch service and quality products.  Read More »

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SEER Ratings: So What Do They Mean, Anyway?

The Department of Energy (DOE) is responsible for setting standards for the energy efficiency of HVAC units that are manufactured and sold in the US. SEER, which stands for seasonal energy efficiency ratio, is the standard employed by the DOE for air conditioning efficiency. In simple terms, SEER is the difference in energy consumed to cooled air generated. The higher the rating, the more efficient the air conditioning unit. The minimum standard is now SEER 13, with some units ranging as high as SEER 26, thanks to advancements in cooling technology. Read More »

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Ensuring the Best Air Quality in Your Corpus Christi Home: A Room-by-Room Guide

To ensure the best air quality in your Corpus Christi home, take it room by room. Start with any space listed below, and perform an inspection to find out what’s required to improve air quality. Read More »

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Gotten Around to Your Spring Air Conditioner Maintenance? Now’s the Time

Spring is here, and one of the most important seasonal tasks for south Texas homeowners is scheduling spring air conditioner maintenance. Having an annual tune-up performed before cooling season commences ensures your air conditioner is ready to work hard to keep you cool all summer long. The benefits of annual maintenance include promoting a more efficient system–resulting in lower utility bills — preventing breakdowns during the hottest part of the year, and extending the life of your system. Read More »

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Does Your Air Conditioning System Have 1 More Year Left, or Is It Time for a Replacement?

If you are sitting in your Coastal Bend home this summer feeling the heat, you may be contemplating whether your best bet is repairing or replacing your air conditioning system. Although repair might seem easier on your checkbook, it may not be the best choice in the long run. Read More »

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Think Air Conditioning Efficiency When You Think About The Long Summer Ahead

Air conditioning is great for beating the summer heat, but as you know all too well, it can be expensive. This is especially the case in a region with a long, muggy cooling season like ours in the Corpus Christi area. If you want to cut your summer energy bills, now’s a good time to begin thinking about air conditioning efficiency. In South Texas, the cooling season gets an early spring start. Read More »

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Dehumidification Basics For Your Corpus Christi Home

On a hot, muggy day, dehumidification isn’t just a matter of comfort; it’s about health. The Texas Gulf Coast is among the most humid areas in the country, and when the humidity gets over 50 percent, it fosters mold, mildew and bacteria, triggering or exacerbating allergies, respiratory ailments and other illness. To keep your Coastal Bend home dry and comfortable, here are some dehumidification basics: Read More »

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Indoor Air Quality Too Damp? Here’s What’s Going On

Located right on the shores of the Gulf of Mexico, the Coastal Bend can get quite humid during the long cooling season. Excess humidity can degrade your home’s indoor air quality, especially if your HVAC system isn’t prepared to handle it. Read More »

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Air Filters: Why A Higher MERV Rating Isn’t Always The Best Choice

Air Filters: Why A Higher MERV Rating Isn't Always The Best ChoiceAir filters can play an important role in your home, protecting both your HVAC system and your lungs. There are many different types of air filters available, which naturally raises the question of which filter you should use.  Read More »

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