Complete Air & Heat, Inc Blog: Archive for the ‘Air Conditioning’ Category

Is Your AC Leaking?

Monday, March 20th, 2023

Taking the air conditioner out of hibernation can be a tough task, especially if you’re doing it for the first spring since you purchased it. You might be crossing your fingers hoping that it works flawlessly so you don’t have to start looking online for help. But, once the system starts dripping water or leaving a puddle behind, then you’ve got some serious problems.

There’s nothing inherently wrong with water. It’s everywhere, on the ground, in the atmosphere, and even in our bodies. But when water is leaking from something, that’s usually a bad sign. Stagnant water can warp your furniture, rot away at components in your home, and even cause mold to grow.

We’d like to talk about why leaking water is a good reason to call for AC repair in Melbourne, FL. Then we’ll discuss what the worst-case scenario might be.

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Taking the AC Out of Hibernation

Monday, March 6th, 2023

We know that to many of our local customers, their air conditioners never really stopped working. We live in a unique climate, so we’re not talking about several months of hardware hibernation for your air conditioner while we rely on our heating systems. It’s mainly a single month, if at all.

But that being said, keeping your air conditioner off for even a week or longer is going to require some vigilance when you’re preparing to turn it back on. For instance, a bunch of critters could have created a nest in the system, or rocks and debris from the last storm could have become lodged in the vents and it might even require a repair.

Unfortunately, we can’t do anything about your air conditioning in Melbourne, FL unless you do a first pass and give us a call. So here’s a handy checklist with a focus on how you can take your system out of hibernation.

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Evaluating an AC Problem

Monday, January 23rd, 2023

Air conditioners are built to last, but lasting for a decade or more doesn’t come without a few hitches. There’s a good reason why professional AC repair in Melbourne, FL is common, and that’s due to the fact that components sometimes run into problems. We rely heavily on our air conditioners, so it only makes sense that after a few years, there’s something that needs to be fixed.

Well, that can be tough when you’re a homeowner with little to no experience with the interior components of your system. Also, the moment you open your air conditioning system up just to take a look at what the problem might be, you could be voiding your warranty and losing potential money in the future. So, what can you do?

Evaluating an AC problem from a homeowner’s perspective is tricky, but it can be done properly. Keep reading to learn how you can analyze the issue with your AC while figuring out what to do next.

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What Does AC Maintenance Give You?

Monday, January 9th, 2023

We pay for a lot of things in our lives. Sometimes, it can be hard to keep up with the sheer amount of payments we need to make per month for things such as mortgages, utilities, subscriptions, services, and even things like student loans. We pay so much and get so little sometimes that it can feel unfair.

Well, we understand that mentality and we’re happy to tell you that maintenance is not one of those things that will leave you feeling like the return on investment is low. In particular, we’re talking about AC maintenance in Rockledge, FL. In fact, the sheer amount of benefits you get from AC maintenance would be hard to fit in one blog post, so we’d like to cover the most important ones.

But remember, we’re not talking about shows you can watch or an appliance you might use sometimes, we’re talking about one of the most important systems in your home that runs nearly year long in our area. Here’s what you can expect from AC maintenance.

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Is It Time to Replace Your Commercial AC?

Monday, November 28th, 2022

As a business owner, life is just easier with a commercial AC unit you can trust. We’re talking about trust in multiple forms–trusting that it won’t break down, trusting that it’s running efficiently, and trusting that no matter what your customers, employees, or clients demand, it will reach the desired temperature setting. That’s real comfort, and a great HVAC system should be able to provide it for you.

So, when should you invest in a technician to repair your system, and when should you call it quits and replace it? This is an important topic to cover, and we’re going to go over all the details today. After reading this blog, we want customers to have a general idea of when commercial AC in Rockledge, FL is on its way out and when you might want to invest in a newer, more efficient model to take its place.

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For Central AC: Size Matters!

Monday, November 14th, 2022

Our team provides custom air conditioner installations for both residential and commercial customers. In both cases, we need to perform what’s called a “size-load calculation” before we can even figure out what kind of system to install. This test takes into account the full air volume of the space, as well as the air pressure and other factors that might require an AC system to cool more air. Things like high ceilings, (if we’re providing an AC installation for a church, this is usually an important factor to consider) but also the length of your home, the different rooms, and what spaces are unfinished and finished.

This is essentially the first roadblock that customers run into when they’re thinking about getting their central AC installation in Palm Bay, FL done by an amateur. Friends or amateurs might be cheaper for this work, but they likely don’t have the tools that we do to perform such a necessary process for your new system.

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A New Thermostat Is a Smart Decision

Monday, October 17th, 2022

See what we did there? While a new thermostat is indeed a smart purchase to make, a smart thermostat, or Wi-Fi thermostat is perhaps an even smarter investment. These systems are powerful, state-of-the-art, and can do some seriously cool things for your home comfort and your budget. No, we’re not exaggerating, take a look below to see where your home can be improved by investing in a smart thermostat installation in Melbourne, FL.

The truth is that an HVAC system works together with many different components. Your furnace, your air conditioner, your air vents, and your thermostat all need to cooperate together in order for your home to be comfortable and protected from the elements. If your thermostat is old and outdated, like many are, then your newer HVAC system might not be performing to the best of its ability. In fact, you could be spending more money on lower efficiency and poor performance, when a smart thermostat could fix that!

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Our Guide to AC Warranties and Guarantees

Monday, October 3rd, 2022

There are certain words we have embedded in our brains growing up in America. Words like “warranty” “hassle-free” and “guaranteed” are sometimes those words that we’ve heard a million times in commercials and ads but we’ve never really thought about how they work. This blog is dedicated to the “fine print,” if you will, and everything that our customers should know before signing up for a service that includes a guarantee or a warranty.

Don’t get us wrong, warranties and guarantees are great. But how great they are can depend on a lot of different factors, and they might not be as relevant to you if you don’t adhere to certain rules or guidelines.

What are those rules? And how do guarantees or warranties relate to your next AC installation in Melbourne, FL? Well, just keep reading and we’ll fill you in on all the details.

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Our Guide to Upgrading Your AC

Monday, September 19th, 2022

Upgrading an air conditioner isn’t something you should put off for too long. Your AC is one of the most important components in your home. It works to keep you comfortable, but it also helps to reduce humidity, which is critically important in most areas of Florida. If your existing model isn’t efficient or cannot be repaired, it may be time to upgrade. Here’s what to consider before you make a purchase.

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What Is an Inverter AC?

Monday, September 5th, 2022

Many of our customers or neighbors have been in a situation where they’re about to invest in an air conditioner, when they’re confronted with a question out of the blue. “Would you like an inverter air conditioner in Melbourne, or a standard central AC unit?”

This type of question has an answer, but unless you’re familiar with the technology, it might feel like you’re being put on the spot in that moment. Well, have no fear! This blog post is the place where you can learn about why inverter air conditioners are a separate category, and what type of homeowners might be better of with this type of system.

Inverter technology is not new, but it’s a huge step forward in terms of conventional AC efficiency. An inverter air conditioner might run more efficiently and save more power than a standard model, which is why it might be better for your next purchase.

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