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Understanding Air Conditioning Problems

Last year in the middle of the summer, I woke up drenched in sweat. Not because I had had a nightmare, but because my air conditioner suddenly died in the middle of the night. I knew that I didn't want to deal with a scorching house all summer long, and so I called an HVAC contractor the next day. When he came out, he took the time to explain air conditioning problems to me, and it was a huge relief. This blog is designed to teach you more about your air conditioner, so that you can troubleshoot issues quickly and effectively.

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5 Reasons Your Air Conditioner Smells Bad When You Turn It On

Posted on 8 October 2020

When you switch on your air conditioner, you expect a stream of cool, fresh air. But if your air conditioner is beginning to smell bad whenever you turn it on, then something is wrong. The first thing to do is to identify the type of odor. Air conditioners give off odors for many reasons. If your air conditioner is stinking out your home, one of the following issues is likely to blame. [Read More]

Five Reasons To Have Your Ducts Cleaned

Posted on 16 September 2020

Duct cleaning improves air quality and it can prolong the life of your AC, primarily because it will keep contaminants from clogging filters and the inner workings of the HVAC system. The following are some of the most common reasons to consider air conditioner duct cleaning. 1. Moist and Moldy Climates Areas with high humidity or frequent rain are more prone to mold growth. The ducts, in particular, can harbor a lot of mold because of condensation that may build up on their walls when the AC is running. [Read More]

Four Signs of a Failing AC Motor

Posted on 21 August 2020

The blower motor in your home's air conditioner is what moves the cold air throughout your home. Without it, your AC serves no purpose. Know the signs of a blower issue so you can schedule a repair before the AC breaks down. 1. Odd Noises Other than a quiet hum, your blower motor doesn't really make any noises when it is operating. If you hear odd noises coming from the motor, then chances are that there is either a loose or failing component inside the motor or its housing. [Read More]

How To Get Hair Out Of Your Drain

Posted on 12 August 2020

Take enough showers or wash your hair over a sink enough times and eventually, those little hairs that fall out of your head will slowly start to add up. If left unchecked, your shower or sink drain is likely to begin to slow from all of the accumulated build-up. If you ignore it beyond that point, you might even end up with a full clog. If your body hair is causing problems for you in your shower or in any other part of your house, you will of course want to get the issue taken care of as soon as possible. [Read More]