Premier HVAC Services Blog: Archive for the ‘Air Conditioning’ Category

AC Trouble: 6 Sounds You Shouldn’t Hear

Monday, September 28th, 2020

Shocked woman covering ears from loud noise, possibly due to a malfunctioning AC unit needing repair service.

Wouldn’t it be great if our home air conditioners could self-diagnose their malfunctions and report them back to us in detail? Honestly, this probably isn’t too far-fetched of an idea … but in the meantime, it’s not a reality.

For now, you have to rely on other means to know if your air conditioner has something wrong with it. Perhaps it’s a sudden decline in cooling power, or an unexplained spike in your utility bills. It may be that your circuit breakers for the HVAC unit are constantly tripping.

And then there’s one of the most common signs something is amiss with your cooling system: loud or unfamiliar noises. Pretty much any sound you hear that you’ve never heard before should be cause for alarm, but below we’ve uncovered six of the most common noises we get called for.

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Why You Should Care about AC Refrigerant Loss

Monday, September 14th, 2020

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Are you one of many homeowners who still believes the myth that air conditioners are meant to lose refrigerant over time? That refrigerant is like fuel to an air conditioner, so it depletes like gasoline does from a car? Fortunately, you’re definitely not alone in believing this misconception, but unfortunately, it is a myth that could do your air conditioner harm.

How so? Well here’s the thing: if your air conditioner is losing refrigerant, it means there is a leak that shouldn’t exist. The leak needs to be located and patched up, so then the refrigerant can be refilled—what those of us in the industry call recharged. Why does all this matter? Read on!

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Watch Out for Compressor Problems With Your AC

Monday, August 31st, 2020

What’s the most important part of your air conditioner? This is a bit of a trick question, since all the components in a modern air conditioner are important for it to operate efficiently and effectively. However, there’s one part that deserves special consideration—the compressor. There are several reasons why:

The compressor is the literal heart of the air conditioner, since it is what causes refrigerant to circulate through the system and move heat from inside the house to exhaust it outside. Without a working compressor, an AC is merely a large indoor fan.
The compressor consumes the most energy of any part of the AC. This is where the energy from the electrical system is applied to the refrigerant so the air conditioner can do its job.
A broken compressor is an expensive part to replace. So expensive that if the compressor is no longer under warranty, it’s more cost-effective to have the entire air conditioning system replaced instead.

Making sure the compressor is in good shape will help you avoid expensive issues with your AC. Below is a list of signs of a compressor in danger so you’ll know when to call our technicians for AC repair in Chambersburg, PA.

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Is Your AC Use Hurting Its Efficiency?

Monday, August 3rd, 2020

One of the most common complaints we hear from homeowners is about how much it costs to actually use their air conditioners each summer. And we get it! Our air conditioners go through a lot of work each year and consume a lot of energy–in fact, HVAC systems account for about half of all the energy use in any given home, so naturally your utility bills will increase when summer rolls around.

So if you want to save money, is your only option to just stop using your air conditioner so much? Not at all! Actually the real answer here is to learn how to better use your cooling system. Curious? Read on to learn how you might be using your AC system inefficiently.

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What a Thermostat Upgrade Could Do for Your AC System

Monday, July 20th, 2020

When an air conditioner starts experiencing trouble, often the first thought homeowners have is that it must be a problem with a broken component within the system, or perhaps the culprit is a dirty filter that needs to be changed. These very well could be the problem, but another likely cause for alleged AC disrepair is the thermostat.

A malfunctioning thermostat is not going to send the right signals to your HVAC systems. The thermostat is tasked with telling these systems what to do and how long to do it for, and if you have an outdated thermostat–like a basic digital thermostat or even an old manual slider thermostat–you could be missing out on comfort and monetary savings.

Read on to see what an upgrade to a smart thermostat can do for your air conditioner!

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What Not to Do When Buying a New Air Conditioner

Monday, July 6th, 2020

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The number one thing you should never do when buying a new air conditioner is to plan on installing it yourself. Unless you are an experienced and professionally trained HVAC technician, mistakes can be made that will affect not only the efficiency of that system but also the system’s longevity. There are steps that a professional installer goes through that, while they sound simple enough, ensure the adequate performance of your cooling system for the years to come.

Of course, if you’ve come across this blog post at the time of its publishing, you may very well be reading this because you’re in a hurry to get a new AC in your house, now. We get it, but rushing into a purchase like this can mean sacrificing comfort, and even sacrificing your wallet a bit.

Read on as we uncover the steps that HVAC professionals go through and explain why installing a system yourself may not be the best choice.

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Is This the Year to Go Ductless?

Monday, June 8th, 2020

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Not every home will benefit greatly from going ductless, but many homes do!

We get it, there are a number of options available when shopping for a new air conditioner. It can feel overwhelming. And if you already have a conventional central air conditioner in place, it’s easy to assume that’s the best choice and upgrade to another more efficient central AC system.

And this might be the right choice—but what if your ductwork is also in bad shape? Or what if you’re looking to expand your air conditioner’s reach due to a remodel but you can’t add additional air ducts? Or what if you simply want more efficient cooling, and wouldn’t mind more efficient heating as well? Then consider the installation of a ductless system!

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Does Your AC Need Repairs?

Monday, May 25th, 2020

Now that summer is just around the corner, you want to be sure that your air conditioning system is in good working condition, which means taking care of any outstanding repairs. We understand that putting off your AC repairs until the end of summer might seem like it makes the most financial sense, but trust us, you’ll end up paying a lot more down the road!

However, many homeowners are unaware that they’ve even got a problem with their ACs. Below, we have listed some of the tell-tale signs of trouble for you! Keep reading to find out more.

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Don’t Delay Those AC Repairs!

Monday, April 27th, 2020

We get it—some things are worth waiting for. But trust us, air conditioning repairs are not one of them. After all, you depend on your air conditioner all day, every day to keep you cool and comfortable during the summer season, and of course, you wouldn’t want to jeopardize that.

When you’ve got trouble with your air conditioner, the last thing you want to do is wait until the end of the summer season to schedule your repairs. Sure, you might think that holding off is the best way to go, but trust us, you want to take care of those repairs ASAP! Here is why:

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Yes, It’s Time to Get Your AC Ready for Spring

Monday, March 30th, 2020

When it comes to air conditioning maintenance, it is never too early to schedule! Sure, you could wait until summer actually begins, but we strongly advise against that, as spring really is the best time to get your AC geared up for the warm weather coming up.

In fact, there are plenty of reasons to get ahead of the curve and schedule your AC maintenance services now, and below, we have listed some of these reasons for you. All you have to do is keep reading to find out more, and of course, remember to call us when you need air conditioning services in Hagerstown.

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