Understanding HVAC Concerns

By fall, most homeowners are looking forward to turning off the air conditioner and saving some money on the electric bill before it's time to turn the heat on in the winter. But in many parts of the country this fall, cities are experiencing unseasonal heat waves, with temperatures climbing into the high 80s and low 90s. If you were counting on savings from your cooling costs to help you with your holiday expenses this year, you might be starting to get worried.

If you have an old air conditioning unit that has formed a refrigerant leak, then it may be in your best interest to start thinking about having the entire system replaced. This is especially true if the unit uses a refrigerant called R-22. When you look around at new units, you should consider one that uses R-410A instead. Keep reading to understand why R-22 refrigerant is bad and why R-410A is a better choice.

If you're a new homeowner and your air conditioning system trips the circuit breaker, stops working or makes strange humming sounds, you may not know where to look for the problem. One of the things you can do is check the outdoor condenser unit's dual capacitor for problems. The dual capacitor, or start/run capacitor, is a small electrical device needed by most air conditioners to help fan motors and compressor motors start up and remain running without any power fluctuations.

There are many diseases and medical conditions that can cause heat intolerance. Sometimes, heat not only causes a flare-up of symptoms, but it can also cause the condition to progress faster. For people with conditions like this, it is crucial that they have an air conditioning repair service on their direct-dial phone list. Due to the health risks involved, there is assistance available for people who need help paying for air conditioning installation or repair.

The cold winter is arriving, and you may already be thinking of ways to stay warmer this winter than last. Record-low temperatures during the 2013-14 winter have left everyone expecting another cold one this season. While it is important to stay warm and comfortable, you should make sure you don't put your life or health at risk to do so. When you follow a few tips, you can keep you and your family warm and cozy day and night without sacrificing health and safety.