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Packaged HVAC Units Provide Many Benefits

October 24th, 2017

rooftop-commercial-acA packaged HVAC unit is a unit that places all of the components of your HVAC system in a single unit. This differs from the more common and popular split HVAC systems, which divide components between indoor and outdoor systems. You often see packaged HVAC units on the roof of commercial properties, and most of the time, packaged units are exposed to the elements. That can make them more vulnerable to wear and tear, and damage (when it arises) tends to be more extensive than it might with a more traditional unit. That said, there are still a number of benefits for packaged HVAC units, and if you’re thinking of installing one, you would do well to consider them. They can include, but are not limited to, the following:

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Commercial Air Conditioning Services Differ from Residential Services

October 16th, 2017

rooftop-commercial-acEvery building in the area requires proper air conditioning, and that applies to commercial businesses as well as residences. If you own a business in the area or are charged with managing a business space, you need to ensure that your air conditioning system does the job. With the summer over and autumn underway, it’s likely time to get your air conditioner serviced and check for any problems that may have developed over our long, hot summers.

When you do that, make sure you call a service that deals with commercial systems specifically, instead of someone who knows only residential systems. Why? in the shortest possible terms, because commercial systems differ tremendously.

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3 Qualities of a Reliable AC Repair Service

October 2nd, 2017

air-conditioning-maintenanceFall is the season for air conditioning repair in this part of the world. Temperatures are finally lowering to the point where you no longer need your system every day to keep cool, and any lingering problems you may have been forced to wait on can now be handled safely. If your air conditioner has been acting strange, you should immediately turn it off and call for a repair service. Now that the cooling season is over, a maintenance session can be performed to correct any damage that may have taken place over the summer. But which service do you call?

Every HVAC service can provide the basics, but you want one that’s going to not only correct the problem the right way, but will do so in the most effective manner possible. Ultimately, only you can determine which service will do the best job for you. However, there are a few qualities you can look for that will help you separate the best from the also-rans.

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Time for Your Heater to Be Serviced

September 26th, 2017

heater-service-maintenanceAutumn has arrived and winter is right around the corner. While we get milder temperatures in Texas than they get further north, we still have regular need of our heating systems to ensure that our homes stay comfortable when the nights get chilly. You want the heating system in your home to work the way it was intended. While a reliable heating service can act swiftly when your heater needs repairs, far better to prevent those repairs from happening in the first place. A proper maintenance session – conducted before the weather gets too cold – is the ideal way to do this.

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Proper Sizing of New HVAC Units Is Important

September 18th, 2017

HVAC-system-installationSeptember and October are great times for installing a new HVAC system. With cooler temperatures, your air conditioner likely won’t be needed, but the heating system won’t require regular use either. That provides a nice window to determine the specifics of your new system and perform an installation session: leaving you ready for the winter without having to sacrifice the cool air from the air conditioner in the summer. 

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Signs that You Need Central AC Repair

September 4th, 2017

air-conditioning-repairWe’re getting to the end of air conditioning season, but we still have a few weeks of warm weather to go. The last thing you want to deal with is a breakdown at the end of cooling season. Sadly, breakdowns tend to take place more often at this time of year, when your AC has been running for months on end and little issues have had a chance to grow.

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Commercial HVAC Services Need to Move Quickly

August 29th, 2017

rooftop-commercial-acLate summers in Texas are very hot, and whenever the air conditioner in a home goes down, it needs to be restored to service quickly. As serious as residential HVAC repair calls are, however, commercial HVAC repair calls are even more important: not only to be handled correctly, but to be dealt with as swiftly as possible.

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How to Lower Monthly Cooling Costs

August 21st, 2017

air-conditioner-upgradesSummers in our neck of the woods are stiflingly hot, and a good air conditioner can be your best friend when it comes to keeping your home cool and comfortable. Indeed, when the temperatures soar during a heat wave, your air conditioner can be as important as your plumbing and electricity, and can prevent active health risks to sensitive family members.

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How Does a Heat Pump Work?

August 7th, 2017

heat-pump-air-conditionerTexas summers are blazing hot, but our winters are usually very mild. Accordingly, homeowners in the area tend to focus far more on their air conditioners than their heating systems. It also explains why heat pumps are so popular in our part of the world: devices that use the principles of air conditioning to both heat and cool your home. If you think a heat pump might be a good addition for your home, or if you have an existing heat pump that needs repairs, you might be curious as to how it works and why it makes such a good option for this part of the world.

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The Benefits of a Smart Thermostat

August 1st, 2017

smart-thermostatsThermostats have been an indispensable part of our households for decades, and most homes have one parked along the wall at some convenient spot. Because they have few moving parts and rarely wear out, they last for a good long time, which helps make them such good investment. If you’ve had a thermostat in your home for longer than 10 years, congratulations for making such good use of your money. (The one exception is non-digital thermostats with a mercury switch, Mercury is dangerous and if you still have such a thermostat in your house, you should get it replaced immediately.)

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