How Do Ductless AC Systems Work?

August 5th, 2024
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Ductless HVAC systems aren’t new technology, but they only recently started to become popular in the US after they conquered the Japanese and European markets. Ductless AC and heating is extremely useful for those locations, where residences are either too small or too old to have ductwork in them for central heating and cooling. 

Using a ductless heat pump for both cooling and heating a home may be the best choice for your home’s HVAC plan, or it may be useful as an addition to a standard HVAC system. 

We’re experts at installation and servicing ductless HVAC systems in Maysville, KY, and today we want to give you a basic primer on how they work.

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AC Water Leaks? Here’s Why It Might Be Happening

August 5th, 2024
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Your air conditioning system uses chemical refrigerant to cool the air: it absorbs heat from the air indoors and then transports it outdoors. At no point in the process does the AC use water to cool the air. (There’s a specific type of cooling system that uses water, an evaporative cooler, but they’re uncommon in this area.) 

So why would water start to leak out of your air conditioner? If you see water pooling around your AC, it’s definitely a problem you’ll need to address, probably with professional AC repair in Forsyth, GA. Below we’ll explain why there’s water in your AC and why it may begin to leak, creating potential problems.

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Time for a New AC? Consider These Options…

August 5th, 2024
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No air conditioning system will last forever: the average central AC will run for 10 to 15 years (with routine maintenance) before it becomes too expensive to run and repair. If you’re currently at the point where you’re planning an air conditioning replacement in Conyers, GA, you might think your only option is to get another standard central AC. That might indeed be the best choice for you. But it isn’t the only choice. 

There are several options available when it comes to home cooling. Below are several to consider. Our technicians are always available to help you make the best choice.

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How Long Can I Expect My AC to Last?

August 5th, 2024
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A central air conditioning system does an immense amount of work each summer to keep a home cool. As we’re now in the second half of summer, you might wonder how long it will take before all this work catches up with your home’s AC.

You can always arrange for repairs when the AC malfunctions, but at a certain point, you’ll face a system that costs too much to keep around and you’ll need to schedule air conditioning replacement in Dublin, GA. How long will your AC last? We’ll look into this question below so you can make plans at the appropriate time.

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Regularly Changing the AC’s Filter: Why It’s So Important

July 22nd, 2024
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If we could give only one piece of advice to our customers about their air conditioning systems, it would be this: remember to regularly change the AC’s air filter, averaging every 1 to 3 months. 

Obviously, we can give plenty of other advice about ACs, with always scheduling maintenance each spring as next on the list. But we’re going to focus on the air filter (also known as the blower filter) in this post, because staying on top of filter changes makes an enormous difference for your air conditioning in Sandersville, GA. We’ll explain why, below.

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What’s That AC Noise? These Might Be Repair Warnings!

July 22nd, 2024
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As the summer heat rolls in, the last thing you want is an air conditioner that’s making strange noises. Your AC should hum along quietly, keeping your home cool and comfortable. But if it starts to sound like a heavy metal band, it might be trying to tell you something. 

At Premier, we’ve seen it all when it comes to ACs, and we know that unusual sounds can be the first signs of trouble. Let’s break down some of the common noises you might hear from your AC, what they could mean, and when it’s time to contact us for AC repair in Warner Robins, GA.

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Humidity and Your AC: What You Need to Know

July 22nd, 2024
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Do air conditioning systems help with the humidity in a home? This is a common question that people ask HVAC technicians, and it’s especially a concern in Nashville because it can get quite humid during the summer. High humidity doesn’t raise the temperature on a hot day, but it does make it harder for people’s bodies to cool off, and this can mean the indoor temperature can feel 8° to 10° hotter than it is. Not fun!

So, does the AC provide any help in controlling this, aside from lowering the actual indoor temperature? We’ll talk about this below as well as look into a possible solution, installing a dehumidifier in Nashville, TN.

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Thermostat Strategy for an Energy-Saving Summer

July 22nd, 2024
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The thermostat on the wall of your home has a basic job: turning the air conditioner and blower fan on and off. But like most devices that appear “simple,” a thermostat requires strategies a bit more complex than just “on” and “off.”

For example, if you just turn the AC on when you feel hot and off when it gets too cold, you’re probably wasting energy needlessly, not getting the most ideal comfort situations, and placing too much stress on the AC. This can end up in bills that are too high, extreme temperature swings, and even damage to the AC that can require air conditioning repair in Maysville, KY or even an early replacement.

Let’s talk thermostat strategy for getting ahead of these problems. Don’t worry, it’s not too complicated! Follow us from a strategy session below.

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Your Server Room Needs Specialized Cooling: Here’s Why

July 22nd, 2024
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Many businesses rely on server rooms to store critical data and support essential operations. Unfortunately, many companies make the mistake of assuming that standard HVAC systems or simple cooling solutions like fans or open doors can adequately maintain these vital spaces. This couldn’t be further from the truth!

We want to make sure that you have the right server room cooling in Forsyth, GA to protect your data and day-to-day operations. We’ll explain why server rooms have specific requirements and why partnering with commercial HVAC experts is crucial.

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Watch for Warning Signs Your Commercial AC Is Failing

July 22nd, 2024
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We’re in the middle of a hot summer, and if you own or operate a business, you’ll rely on the air conditioner system to keep the gears of operations running. This applies whether you run an office that needs productive employees, a store or restaurant that requires happy customers, or a facility that must have proper temperature conditions to protect equipment and processes. There’s just no getting around the importance of your AC.

If your commercial air conditioning system breaks down on you abruptly this summer, it can mean lost revenue until you’re able to have it fixed, or (in a worst-case scenario) completely replaced. Moving fast to have commercial AC repair in Vidalia, GA done before an AC failure is critical. 

But how can you know you’ve got an AC headed for a breakdown? Below, we’ll go through several of the major signs to look for.

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