Purl's Sheet Metal & Air Conditioning Blog: Archive for the ‘Air Conditioning’ Category

My AC Keeps Tripping the Circuit Breaker! What’s Wrong?

Monday, July 8th, 2024

The electrical panel in your home, i.e. the breaker box, serves the important function of protecting your electrical system from increases in voltage that can come from electrical shorts and appliances that place too much demand on their circuits. A breaker trips to cut off the voltage flow to the strained circuit, after which you can reset the breaker.

Your air conditioner may trip its circuit breaker at some point, as it’s one of the most powerful electrical appliances in your house. (If you don’t have an electric water heater, then it is the most powerful electrical appliance.) If you have to reset the AC’s breaker at some point, that’s usually not a serious problem. However, if the AC is regularly tripping the breaker, you may need to have AC repair done because something is wrong that’s causing the air conditioner to work harder than normal.

We’ll take a look in more detail at this situation below.

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Cooling Costs Rising? Let’s Find Out What’s Wrong

Monday, June 24th, 2024

Multiple hundred-dollar bills floating, symbolizing high costs of air conditioning repair.

When you think about calling an HVAC contractor in Fresno, is an AC emergency repair that first thing that comes to mind? It is for most homeowners: when their air conditioning systems fail or won’t keep them cool enough, it’s time to call professionals for repairs.

And, of course, that’s what our team at Purl’s is here to do! But we would also like to help you out when the situation with your AC doesn’t seem as drastic. What if you’ve noticed that you’re paying more to cool your house than normal? You might shrug it off as the “AC getting older,” but this is often a good reason to call for repair pros.

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The Future of AC Refrigerants: What Comes After Puron?

Monday, June 10th, 2024

As the HVAC industry continues to evolve, one of the biggest changes we’ve seen over the past few decades is the change in air conditioning refrigerants: R-22 (commonly known as Freon) was replaced by R-410A (known as Puron). This change was driven by the need to reduce the environmental impact of air conditioners, as R-22 is a hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC) that depletes the ozone layer. Puron, on the other hand, is a hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) with no ozone depletion potential, making it the more environmentally friendly choice.

However, as technology and environmental standards advance, it’s a good time to ask: What comes after Puron?

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Why You Should Upgrade to an AC That Uses Puron (R-410A)

Thursday, April 11th, 2024

In the realm of air conditioning, the evolution of technology has been fast, bringing about advancements that enhance cooling efficiency and contribute to environmental sustainability.

One major innovation is the switch from older refrigerants to newer refrigerant blends with improved efficiency and environmental benefits. Puron (a brand name for R-410A) is the current refrigerant used in most residential and commercial air conditioning systems. Learn how we’re leading the way with helping customers upgrade to Puron eefrigerant AC systems in Clovis, CA.

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Make Sure You Schedule AC Maintenance Before the Summer Heat

Monday, April 1st, 2024

Technician performing air conditioning repair with multimeter on outdoor AC unit

As the temperatures start to climb with the beginning of spring, your air conditioning system becomes an indispensable asset in keeping your home cool and comfortable. However, the last thing you want is for it to break down on a scorching summer day. The key to ensuring your AC runs smoothly throughout the season is to schedule regular maintenance before the heat wave hits.

In Fresno, CA, our company is a trusted business and HVAC contractor in the local market, with years of experience providing affordable, high-quality solutions. Our licensed, certified, and background checked technicians are committed to getting the job done right the first time, ensuring quality and safety for all customers. We offer comprehensive AC service and HVAC services for both residential and commercial customers in Fresno, CA, including expert plumbing services as part of our offerings. Our expertise includes handling installations and maintenance for systems located in various areas of the home, such as the attic and garage. Our partnership with J’s Heating, known for their prompt, reliable, and customer-focused HVAC solutions, allows us to deliver specialized air conditioning and heating solutions. We utilize advanced technology, such as Bosch systems, to provide energy-efficient heating cooling solutions for both residential and commercial customers. Bosch HVAC systems utilize inverter technology for efficient heating and cooling, ensuring optimal performance and energy savings.

The last thing you want is for your HVAC system to break down on a scorching summer day. The key to ensuring your AC, furnace, or heater runs smoothly throughout the season is to schedule regular HVAC maintenance and servicing before the heat wave hits. This includes maintenance for all types of systems, such as split systems, packaged units, and air conditioning and heating equipment, to ensure optimal performance and longevity. Scheduling regular air conditioning service before the season starts can provide better rates and ensure timely repairs for others in need. For AC maintenance in Fresno contact Purl’s Sheet Metal & Air Conditioning. We pride ourselves on delivering the right solution for each customer’s unique needs, ensuring comfort and satisfaction.

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What Does Ice on AC Coils Mean?

Monday, March 4th, 2024

Ice on AC coils in Fresno, CA typically indicates an issue with your air conditioner that needs attention. You might think at first that ice isn’t a big deal—it just means that the AC is working hard. But ice is not part of the cooling cycle of an air conditioner. We’ll explain below why ice may appear on your air conditioning system’s evaporator coil and what to do about it and prevent it.

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What Exactly Is “Puron” and How Is It Different From Other Refrigerants?

Monday, January 22nd, 2024

If you don’t have deep knowledge of the refrigerants used for air conditioning systems and heat pumps, that’s fine. This is a technical field and you want to leave any work with refrigerants to certified HVAC professionals. For example, you might think that the refrigerant in your current AC is called “freon.” But freon isn’t a general term. It’s a brand name for a specific type of refrigerant. And it probably isn’t what your AC uses. Your AC or heat pump probably uses Puron.

What’s the difference and why is it important? This is useful information to have, so we’ll go over the basics below.

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Why Your AC Is Unevenly Cooling Your Home

Monday, August 21st, 2023

A common problem people encounter with air conditioning systems during hot weather is when the AC is running, but not all of the house receives an even distribution of cooling. There will always be some fluctuations in temperature throughout a house because of factors like lower insulation and radiant heat exposure. But a professionally installed air conditioner should make these minor. If professionals accurately sized the air conditioner for the home when it was installed, the AC should deliver the necessary comfort to all areas connected to the ventilation system.

What can cause an AC to struggle to provide even cooling? We’ll look at several possible causes and help you understand when you need air conditioning repair—or maybe even a full system replacement. When you’re searching for “AC repair or air conditioning installation near me,” Purl’s is the first company to call.

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5 Tips for Extending the Lifespan of Your Air Conditioning System

Monday, July 24th, 2023

Inspector holding clipboard near a house, possibly assessing for air conditioning repair.

Each time your air conditioning system comes on, do you wonder how much longer it’s going to last? Probably not. But you know that eventually there’ll be a time when it won’t work anymore. No hard-working mechanical system like an AC can last forever. Hopefully, you’ll get ahead of a failed air conditioning in Oakhurst, CA and have time to arrange for our experts at Purl’s to replace it with a new one. Before it gets to that point, though, taking steps like scheduling AC maintenance ahead of summer can help prevent breakdowns and extend your system’s lifespan.

But we’re not here to talk about your next air conditioning system. We’re here to talk about how you can get your current one to run for as long as possible. We have five tips that will help maximize the lifetime of your home’s AC, and one of the most important is scheduling annual AC maintenance before the high temperatures hit.

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How Heat Extremes Affect Your AC

Monday, June 26th, 2023

We can expect to have another hot summer here in the Central Valley, with days that will rise into the triple digits. You’ll need to rely on your AC to work dependably during these heat waves. Remember that you can call us for air conditioning service Fresno, CA and elsewhere in the Central Valley when your cooling system starts to fall behind.

In this post, we want to look closer at how heat affects an air conditioning system. This information can help you best deal with intense heat.

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