The summer is almost officially over on the calendar, although we can still expect some hot days ahead before the temperature cools down for the fall and winter. There are a few steps you can take to see that your air conditioning system is in the best shape for the close of the cooling season. We’ve listed some tips that will help you end the summer on a high note with your AC:
Hall's Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Blog : Archive for the ‘Air Conditioning’ Category
A Late-Season Air Conditioning Concern: Clogged Drain Line
Monday, September 7th, 2015
One of the serious problems that we deal with in the Shreveport area is high humidity. The excess moisture in our air can create problems for your air conditioning system, especially at this time of the year when the AC has already put in a lot of work keeping your home cooled down for the summer.
Do I Need to Change My HVAC System’s Air Filter Only Once a Year?
Monday, August 31st, 2015
There are many misconceptions, misunderstandings, and myths (the three “M”s) when it comes to home heating, ventilation, and air conditioning. Unfortunately, the Internet and the rapid swap of bad information through social media, mostly from “that guy” on your Facebook feed, continues to spread these three “M”s, and it’s difficult for knowledgeable people in the industry to squash them.
Signs You Need Repairs for Your Commercial Air Conditioning
Monday, August 10th, 2015
The late days of summer can become uncomfortably hot in the Shreveport area. If you operate a business here, whether a restaurant, store, or office building, you must make sure that everyone inside it remains comfortable no matter how hot it gets outside. A commercial air conditioning system is a necessity to keep your employees and clientele happy. If anything threatens the operation of the air conditioner, you will need to arrange for repairs as soon as possible.
To help you detect that you have a malfunctioning AC in your business, we’ve listed a few of the warning signs to look out for:
3 Advantages of Ductless Air Conditioning to Consider
Monday, August 3rd, 2015
If you are in the market for installing a new air conditioning system—especially one for a new home or one under construction—you should give serious consideration to choosing a ductless AC. These air conditioners do not operate like a standard split system, with one outdoor cabinet and one indoor cabinet connected to ductwork. They are instead “mini splits,” with multiple small indoor units mounted on the walls of rooms that provide direct cooling output.
Why consider this kind of air conditioner? Here are 3 excellent reasons…
How to Clean the Air Filter in Your Air Conditioning System
Monday, July 20th, 2015
One of the ways to keep your air conditioning bills down during the summer is to make sure that your AC always has a clean air filter. This filter isn’t designed to cleanse your home’s air; it protects the interior of the air conditioner from debris that enters through the return air ducts. As the air conditioner works during the summer months, the filter will collect dust and lint; eventually, it will become so clogged that it will choke off airflow and make the AC strain to work—and that means higher bills.
Why Refrigerant Leaks Can Occur in Your Air Conditioning System
Monday, July 13th, 2015
Last week on our blog, we discussed the seriousness of refrigerant leaking from an air conditioning system. We’ll emphasize this once again: loss of refrigerant charge in an air conditioner is something that you must have professionals fix immediately! Your AC can’t run on a reduced charge because it is not designed to work that way.
Why You Must Have Leaking Refrigerant in an AC Fixed Immediately
Monday, July 6th, 2015
The modern air conditioner is built to last for many years while experiencing only a minimum of malfunctions. But it is impossible to prevent all malfunctions, and one of the problems that can occur with a residential air conditioner is leaking refrigerant. Airborne chemicals in a house can contribute to spots of corrosion occurring along the refrigerant lines, leading to the high-pressure refrigerant gas escaping—often without any more outward sign aside from a slight hissing noise.
