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Proud pet owners have to put up with a lot in order to keep their furry friends around. Pet hair on furniture and dander floating in the air are among the most irritating downsides of sharing your home with a dog or cat. But if those hairs and particles are being scattered around your home, you can bet they’re ending up in your HVAC filter — and that’s just one way owning a pet can affect your climate control system.
Ductless air conditioners are often overlooked as a cooling option, but they do offer some significant benefits over a window unit or central air. Ductless systems are similar to a window unit in that each evaporator is designed to cool a single room, and they are similar to a central split system in that there will be a condenser unit placed outside the home and an evaporator placed inside.
Did you know a ductless mini-split AC systems are completely self-contained, so there’s no need for ductwork? A ductless or mini-split heater or air conditioner has one or more indoor air handlers connected to an outdoor compressor with a small conduit for refrigerant.
Are you struggling to keep the second story of your home cool this summer? As hot air rises, so does the temperature in your upper level. Keeping it cool can be a challenge, even if you have an air conditioner. Read on to learn our top tips for maximizing the output of your home’s cooling systems and keeping the second story of your home nice and cool.
Have you ever come home to an air conditioner not blowing cold air? Nothing wrecks a summer weekend like a hot house on a hot day. What causes this type of air conditioner problem and what can you do about it?
A few common problems can cause your home’s central AC to run constantly, and these problems typically fall into five categories.
A properly sized AC unit keeps your home comfortable during those long, hot summer days. The key to efficient AC performance: Regular maintenance and a tune-up will do wonders for your AC unit this summer.
If your air conditioner is producing an unpleasant odor, don’t dismiss the problem. There’s something wrong with it, and ignoring it could be costly or harmful to your health. If your home smells when your air conditioner comes on, identifying the scent can help diagnose what the problem is.
Experts recommend a permanent electrostatic filter with a rating of MERV 8 and microns 1 for those with allergies. This kind of filter captures particles in the air with self-charging fibers. They can also catch smaller contaminants without getting dirty too quickly. These filters have washable versions, but when you clean them, be sure that they’re completely dry before placing them back where they go.
The importance of changing air filters in your home is something that many people tend to underestimate. Air filters are either disposable or reusable, and you’ll need to replace or clean them every one to three months. They’ll aid in improving the efficiency of your heating and cooling system as well as your indoor air quality. If someone in your household suffers from allergies or asthma, you want to be sure to replace or clean them regularly.
