The heating and cooling loads in your home drive how much your HVAC system has to run to keep you comfortable summer and winter. The term “load” refers to how hard any system has to work to moderate the temperatures to livable levels. HVAC engineers calculate the loads based on factors that directly influence comfort. …
by Ross and Witmer An important but often forgotten maintenance task associated with your cooling system is cleaning the A/C condensate drain so the water it creates flows from the system easily. The condensate drain is a pipe that connects to the drain pan for your central system. It’s important to keep the drainage system clean so that the …
by Ross and Witmer For homeowners who want to improve energy efficiency and reduce expenses while maintaining outstanding cooling system performance, the best solution is often to upgrade to a more efficient air conditioner. When choosing a new A/C for your home, it pays to understand as much as possible about system efficiency and what it means. One acronym …
by Ross and Witmer In order for your air conditioner to function correctly, it requires a certain amount of clearance around the outdoor condenser unit, making proper landscaping around the A/C unit important to its operation. Here are a few tips that can help keep your yard looking good, while improving your cooling efficiency. Maintain Clearance Around the Condenser …
by Ross and Witmer If you enjoy the comfort your air conditioner provides in the sultry Charlotte and Union area summers, it’s worth taking time to learn some air conditioning basics so you can keep your system running reliably. The more you know about your A/C, the better you’ll be able to maintain it, troubleshoot as necessary and choose …
by Ross and Witmer The quality of your A/C installation determines whether you’ll enjoy the utmost comfort, peak performance and optimal energy efficiency over the equipment’s life span. By hiring a qualified and experienced pro for the job, you can expect to see four crucial factors addressed during the installation. Sizing To size an A/C correctly, Manual J software …
by Ross and Witmer If you want to stay comfortable in the heat of Charlotte’s long summers while avoiding outrageous electricity bills, efficient air conditioning is what you need. Installing a high-efficiency air conditioner isn’t the only way to achieve this. Taking care of your appliances and electronics, making a few home efficiency upgrades, and regularly maintaining your air …
by Ross and Witmer When your air conditioner goes on the fritz during a hot summer day, waiting for a repairman can seem too long. If you know the basics of air conditioner troubleshooting, you can address several problems without having to wait. Here are a few things to try if you’re not keeping cool. Air Conditioning Troubleshooting Tips …
by Ross and Witmer When it comes to choosing a new cooling system for your Charlotte area home, the lifetime costs of an air conditioner should play a major role in your decision. An A/C’s purchase price is not the only money you’re going to be spending on it; you’ll be paying to power it, maintain it and repair …
by Ross and Witmer Your air conditioner is one of the most important appliances in your home and also one of the most overlooked. We enjoy the comforting coolness it provides during the sweltering Southeastern summers and, until there’s a problem, we hardly remember our air conditioner is there. However, it’s important that you take time to recognize symptoms …
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