How to Reduce AC Noise

July 26, 2021

Getting a good night’s rest while your AC unit is hissing, squealing, or rattling is almost impossible. Luckily, you don’t have to just accept the perceptible nagging of your AC. Here are four ways you can troubleshoot commonly reported AC noises. 1. High Pitched Noises High-pitched squealing noises coming from your AC unit may signal high pressure under the hood, particularly within the condenser unit. The pressure build-up may be caused by airflow restriction due to high debris accumulation. Clear the debris from the condenser and re-check the readings on your condenser’s gauge.

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What Is the Ideal Temperature for Home Air Conditioning in the Summer?

June 28, 2021

As you turn your thermostat to its cooling function, you need to set the desired temperature. This temperature needs to be comfortable for your family while still being affordable for your budget. Fortunately, you can utilize an energy-efficient technique that will keep your energy bills feasible and your family comfortable throughout the entire summer season. Use a Programmable Thermostat Most newer home air conditioning systems come standard with a programmable thermostat. This allows you to program in specific temperatures for specific times and days throughout the week. By utilizing this feature, you can help to set

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Does Humidity Affect My Air Conditioner?

May 24, 2021

Whether indoors or out, excess humidity is a real concern for residents of Kalispell, MT. This is especially true when it comes to the performance and efficiency of their air conditioning systems. If you have continuously damp, humid living environment, your cooling system is doing far more work than it should. When the weather outdoors is excessively humid, your air conditioner’s outside compressor is subject to additional strain as well. The Problem With Excess Humidity Inside of Your Home Too much humidity indoors is guaranteed to make everyone feel hot and sweaty. Unfortunately, even with

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Creative Ways To Hide Your Outdoor AC Unit

September 20, 2020

While air conditioning systems are essential, the outdoor AC unit is boxy and not that attractive to look at. As long as you don’t block airflow, there are ways to creatively hide it from view. Lattice Vine Wall You can put a lattice wall in front of your outdoor AC unit and grow flowering vines on it. You should put the wall at least a few feet away so that airflow isn’t blocked and heat coming out of the unit doesn’t harm the flowers. Painted Pallet Screen You can make a decorative

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How To Prevent Cold Spots in Your Home

August 11, 2020

Updated On: 10/12/23 Cold spots can happen in your home due to a variety of reasons. These cold spots cause your house to be uncomfortable and use more electricity than necessary. Understanding the common causes of these cold spots is important to help you find the best solution to this problem. Taking the time to reach out to an HVAC company in your area is always a good idea due to their expertise in the industry. Wrong-Sized Unit When an air conditioning unit isn’t the correct size for your home, it makes it

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Should I Leave the AC on During the Day When I’m Out?

June 18, 2020

There’s some debate as to whether you should leave your air conditioning system on or off when you’re gone during the day. The answer is that you should leave it on but turn the temperature up so that you conserve energy and save money doing so. Here are a few tips for managing your AC system. Why You Should Leave Your AC On You don’t want to turn your AC system off completely while you’re away because it will make your home very uncomfortable by the time you return. In addition, it may take quite a

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