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Cooling System Sounds You Should Never Ignore

Monday, March 26th, 2018

Shocked and surprisedIf only we lived in a time when all Austin, TX heating and air conditioning systems worked 100% reliably all the time. Unfortunately, even though technology is allowing for many new and exciting innovations all the time, a 100% reliable HVAC system doesn’t exist yet. At some point in the life of your system, you’ll need to schedule repairs.

When you do run into issues with your HVAC system (and this is a matter of “when,” not “if”) you want to have any problems with it fixed ASAP. The longer you let your system struggle, the more likely those repair needs will grow into a much bigger emergency—maybe even a complete system shut down. Do yourself a favor and contact our professionals at the first sign of trouble. Sometimes, this sign might be a loud and/or unfamiliar noise.

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AC Troubleshooting: Problems to Avoid This Spring

Monday, February 26th, 2018

two outdoor units of an air conditionerWe might still have a few weeks of winter left, but as anyone around our parts knows, when spring and summer hit, they hit hard. The seasonal change will bring soaring temperatures and imbalanced humidity, meaning you will want to ensure you have a fully effective and efficient Austin, TX air conditioning system in your home.

One way to ensure this is the case is by scheduling maintenance on a regular basis. For a standard air conditioning system, this means once a year, preferably before you need your system on a daily basis (making now the perfect time to schedule this service). For heat pump systems, which are used year-round, you’ll have to have maintenance scheduled every six months. That’s the only way to ensure that the following potential AC problems don’t creep up on you and leave you with a broken down cooling system on one of the hottest days of the year.

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Potential Ductless Issues to Be Aware Of

Monday, February 12th, 2018

ductless blower up on a wallDuctless heating and cooling has become very popular in recent years. Rather than functioning through a network of air ducts connected to an indoor air handler and evaporator unit, ductless heating and cooling systems break up the indoor unit and blower fans to distribute conditioned air into the various rooms of your a through mini air handlers mounted high up on the walls.

If you’ve been in a home and have seen something up on a wall that looks like a window AC but it doesn’t go back through the wall, then you’re looking at a ductless air handler. These wall-hanging units are hooked up to a single outdoor cabinet, creating a central heat pump system without ductwork.

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AC Maintenance: It’s Never Too Early!

Monday, January 29th, 2018

technician working on the outside unit of an air conditionerTemperatures have been on the cooler side in recent weeks, but we are all well aware of how quickly spring and summer bring with them stifling hot weather. Is your air conditioner ready? This is the perfect time of the year to arrange for your AC system’s annual maintenance to ensure that it is, in fact, ready.

There are a few Austin, TX AC maintenance tasks you can do on your own. This includes changing the air filter every 1 to 3 months. But full maintenance that makes an actual difference in the performance or your air conditioner needs to be left to the pros.

Only an experienced and trained HVAC technician will know how to manage the numerous tasks associated with an AC tune-up, such as inspecting motors and electrical components, and cleaning moving parts as well as coils. You can rely on our team to provide you with comprehensive maintenance. But what are the benefits?

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AC Repairs: When a Capacitor Fails

Monday, October 23rd, 2017

two technicians working on the outdoor unit of an air conditioning systemTemperatures are cooling down a bit now as we progress into fall, but if history is any indication—and it usually is—we could easily find ourselves facing an 85°+ heat wave in the “dead of winter.” Therefore, it’s imperative that you have a fully functional and efficiently operating air conditioner. Hopefully, you had your cooling system professionally maintained before summer, but regardless of whether you did or not, there are still some AC problems you may run into.

The long summers we have here, and the amount of labor those summers force your cooling system to go through understandably puts a lot of stress on the system, which can lead to components breaking down, warranting a call for AC repair in Austin, TX. One call we receive fairly often ends up being a problem from a failed capacitor.

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When a Cooling System Won’t Cool

Monday, September 11th, 2017

hot man sitting in front of fanWith temperatures around our area not cooling down anytime soon, there’s no denying that your cooling system still has a lot of work cut out for it. Surely, you’re grateful for the cooling output it has given you so far. But what if it isn’t working as efficiently or effectively as you think it should be, or even as it was at the start of the season?

The easy answer is to call your local Austin, TX air conditioning repair professionals that we have on staff. We’d like to help you understand why your system may not be performing at its best, in the meantime. One of the common repair issues we get calls for is in regards to air conditioners that won’t cool, so that’s the issue we’ll be focusing on here. What could cause this troubling AC symptom?

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Never Underestimate the Importance of Professional HVAC Services

Monday, August 28th, 2017

two technicians standing near outside unit of air conditioner with toolsSummer is about to come to a close, though that doesn’t typically mean much for Austin residents, who tend to use their cooling systems almost year-round. What it does mean, however, is that now is a good time to assess if your air conditioner is in good shape.

Has it started making clanging noises? Did the blower fan shut off? Does your AC seem to be struggling to provide you with cool air? These are all completely valid reasons to call in a professional Austin, TX HVAC contractor. Of course, you may be tempted to just look up a “how-to” video online and figure it out on your own. But that could be a mistake.

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How Can You Help Your AC Out This Summer?

Monday, July 31st, 2017

help-ac-out-this-summerWhen summertime hits, we all know that there is no escaping the heat—at least, not without a fully functioning and efficient air conditioning system. But what if yours isn’t working the way you expect it to? Or perhaps your energy bills are higher than they should be?

It could be that you’re in need of Austin, TX air conditioning repair services, in which case we’re happy to help. But there are other steps you can take—even if your air conditioner has nothing wrong with it—to improve its efficiency and lower your cooling costs. Keep reading to learn more about how to help out your AC and your budget this summer.

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3 Noises You Don’t Want to Hear Your AC System Making

Monday, July 17th, 2017

3-noises-air-conditioner-dont-wantWhen you live someplace as consistently warm throughout the year like we do, it goes without saying that using your air conditioner on a daily basis is a necessity. Since we’re nearing the peak of the hottest time of the year now, however, it’s important that you keep a close eye out in case any problems develop. Problems with your cooling system are more likely to occur during this time of the year.

One of the most common signs that you are having issues with your AC that require air conditioning repair services in Georgetown, TX is that it’s making weird noises during operation. There are 3 sounds in particular that you never want to hear coming from the AC system. We’ve covered them below, and what they may mean.

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Why Does My AC Keep Tripping the Circuit Breaker?

Monday, July 3rd, 2017

ac-keep-tripping-circuit-breakerBeing stuck with a malfunctioning air conditioner can be pretty disheartening. Especially during this time of the year, considering how high our temperatures already are, and how much they’ll climb in the coming weeks. But what if you’re unsure if your air conditioner is actually experiencing trouble? Perhaps your AC system shut off, and you found that you just needed to reset the circuit breaker for it to come back on.

That’s great for the time being, but if you find yourself with a broken-down air conditioner again shortly after this, then there is definitely trouble brewing. Your cooling system shouldn’t trip the circuit breaker that often, and if it is doing so then you need to find out why and have the source of the problem repaired.

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