March is an unusual month when it comes to heating and cooling a home, especially in a place like Northern California, where temperatures often swing back and forth between warm days and cold rainy days. This is probably the ideal time of the year to think about making changes to your HVAC system, such as putting in a new air conditioner or heater. It’s also the time to arrange for the annual maintenance service that will see that your air conditioning system is prepared for the coming summer.
Purl's Sheet Metal & Air Conditioning Blog: Archive for the ‘Air Conditioning’ Category
Have You Singed Up for Our Maintenance Program Yet?
Wednesday, March 23rd, 2016Air Conditioning Upgrades and Replacements to Consider
Monday, March 21st, 2016Last week we looked into making the decision to replace or upgrade your air conditioning system during the spring. If you think that now is a good time to put in a new AC or add upgrades to your current one, we’ve put together some suggestions to consider. Call our technicians to schedule an appointment, and we’ll help you receive the finest air conditioning performance for the coming spring and summer weather.
Now Is a Great Time to Replace or Upgrade Your Air Conditioning System
Monday, March 14th, 2016Spring is the ideal time to evaluate your air conditioning system to see if it needs repairs, or in some cases should be upgraded or replaced entirely. You never want to head into the hot weather of the middle of the year with an aging, inferior, and energy-wasting air conditioner in your house. The best way to find the right path forward for excellent cooling is to call on us for regular maintenance. One of our experienced technicians will be able to give you a professional opinion about the state of your AC and whether a replacement is the more cost-effective choice over continuing with repairs.
Should You Replace Your Old Air Conditioning System Now That Summer Is Over?
Monday, October 5th, 2015It’s already October, and here in the Central Valley we are perched between cooling and heating seasons. This is the time of year when you should think about changes you might want to make to your HVAC system.
Why You Need a Licensed Contractor for Air Conditioning and Heating Services
Monday, September 28th, 2015If you’re looking for services for your home’s air conditioning, heating, or ventilation system—no matter if it’s for a small repair or a complete new installation job—one of the most important steps you need to take is to hire licensed contractors to handle the work. In fact, this should be your first step. Once you’ve found the right contractor, most of your concerns will be taken care of.
Air Conditioning Problems from a Clogged Drain Line
Monday, September 7th, 2015We can still expect a few more weeks of warm-to-hot weather in the Central Valley before the fall cooling starts. This means you must keep an eye on your air conditioning system to watch for any late-season repair issues. You shouldn’t shut off your AC for the season if it has a malfunction, since this can lead to larger problems with the system when the warm weather returns.
What Causes Refrigerant Leaks in an Air Conditioning System?
Tuesday, August 11th, 2015One of the more common repair problems that an air conditioning system might encounter is refrigerant leaks. The refrigerant in an AC, as we’ve discussed before, does not dissipate during operation. The air conditioner should use the same amount of refrigerant (referred to as its charge) for its entire service life. The exception is when leaks start. When an air conditioning system loses refrigerant through leaks, it will result in frozen coils, a drop in cooling power, and possibly a burnt-out compressor.
Why Is My Air Conditioning System Running Constantly?
Monday, July 20th, 2015When your home’s air conditioning system won’t turn on, you know you have a problem. But the opposite condition can also occur: an air conditioning system that keeps running continuously no matter how you adjust the thermostat. Why does this happen? We’ll take a closer look at some of the reasons and what you should do about it.
How You Can Benefit from a Wi-Fi Thermostat in Your Home
Monday, July 13th, 2015Thermostat technology has come a long way since the days of the dial-and-slider manual thermostats. Today homeowners have an option to install digital, digital programmable, and “smart” thermostats. These thermostats come with features that not only make operating them more convenient and precise, but also permit greater energy savings from the home’s HVAC system.