Category Archives: Air Conditioning

Is Your Air Conditioner Nearing the End of the Line? 3 Telltale Signs

So you’ve been using your air conditioner for a while, and it just isn’t performing the way it has in past summers. You may be wondering if you can nudge

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R-22 Refrigeratant Supplies Are Still Evaporating–Should You Be Looking at an A/C Replacement?

A major component of your air conditioner is becoming increasingly rare. It’s not a commodity like gold jewelry that you can turn into quick cash — it’s the R-22 refrigerant

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Your Air Conditioner Maintenance: What Little Time You Spend Pays off in the End

Spring season is the time of year for rejuvenation and new beginnings, but it’s also time for spring-cleaning checklists and allergies. Set aside a little time this spring for these

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Pairing Your Split Air Conditioning System: Why a Good Match is Important

Two components, the indoor coil and outdoor condensing coil, work together in harmony when you have a split air conditioning system. Of course, this is only the case if the

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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

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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

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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.

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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

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Controlling Humidity And Energy Costs: The A/C Enhancer Can Make Your Home More Comfortable, Efficient

Staying comfortable during the Coastal Bend’s sultry summers requires an air conditioner that can control both heat and humidity. While an A/C with a high cooling rating (SEER, or Seasonal

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Can The Type Of Blower Motor In Your New A/C System Really Make A Difference In Efficiency And Comfort?

The long, hot and humid summers along the Coastal Bend mean many of us run our air conditioners for the better part of the year. If you don’t want to

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