Cooling Articles
About 80% of homes are equipped with air conditioners. Most homes, however, have AC units that are too small or too big. People fail to realize that size does matter when it comes to air conditioner. How to determine proper sizing for your Air Conditioner? One of the best ways to determine proper sizing of…
Continue ReadingCondenser coils are situated in the outdoor unit of your AC. The whole purpose of the condenser coils is to move heat out of your home and replace it with cool air. Your Broomfield AC system runs day in and day out during the summer. After a while, it accumulates dirt, dust and debris. When…
Continue ReadingMost homeowners notice that one or two rooms in their home are much colder in the Mead, CO summer compared to the rest of the house. Why are some rooms hotter or colder than the others? Let’s take a closer look at the 3 key factors why some rooms just can’t keep up with the…
Continue ReadingNothing feels better like going outside after a long winter. The weather is warm and the sun is shining brightly. Spring is a great time to assess the condition of your home and attend to annual home maintenance tasks. Take advantage of the moderate temperatures to give your home a complete physical. Here’s a look…
Continue ReadingDuring the hot Firestone Colorado summer, temperatures creep up and up. The intense heat makes it impossible to sit comfortably, let alone muster up the motivation to do anything. Cranking up the air conditioner to create a nice, wintry environment sounds tempting, right? Then you get your costly utility bill. Yikes! Here are several ways…
Continue ReadingLoss of refrigerant is a frequent trouble that crops up for Erie Colorado air conditioners. Refrigerant isn’t something that is used up while the air conditioner is running. That means, you don’t have to worry about losing it even if the is operating 24/7, unless you have a leak in your system. Refrigerant leaks can…
Continue ReadingAir conditioners are essential during the Colorado summer months. During a hot Firestone Colorado summer day, it makes your Firestone home a cool sanctuary against the sweltering heat. Considering the amount of money you are going to spend in buying and installing an air conditioner, it pays to do your research and choose wisely. There…
Continue ReadingSummer isn’t officially here. But with the rising temperature, some of you have probably turned on your cooling system. An air conditioner is your best defense against sweltering temperatures. With the summer heat, you may need to run your AC round-the-clock in order to stay comfortable. The last thing you want is to find out…
Continue ReadingThe summer heat is almost impossible to bear without an air conditioning unit. While maintenance is important to prevent problems during the hottest months of the year, sometimes, problems may still occur, especially true if you use your air conditioning unit round-the-clock. Here are some of the most common air conditioning problems you may face…
Continue ReadingAn air conditioner is a big investment that you and your home need to be ready for. Preparing your home for the air conditioning installation can make the process go a lot smoother. Think you’re ready to move forward with the air conditioning installation process? Here are some steps you should take before installing an…
Continue ReadingLet’s face it. Attics are kind of creepy. They are often stuffy, dark and cramped. It is often one of the most forgotten parts of the home. The idea of doing any home improvement jobs on the attic is often dreaded. As a homeowner, you have to keep in mind that the condition of the…
Continue ReadingKeeping cool in the summer and watching your electrical consumption can be a challenge. Most of you are probably using more electricity to run fans, using more water to take showers or running the air conditioners more often. With these activities, higher energy bills are to be expected. Stay cool in the warmer months while…
Continue ReadingWhy is my air conditioner so loud? This is one of the most common questions we’ve received so far. Just like a truck, your air conditioner is a complex piece of machinery with a lot of moving parts; hence the noise. The noise from an air conditioner can have lots of causes, depending on the…
Continue ReadingDuring the summer months, many of us rely on our air conditioners to keep our home and office at a comfortable temperature. If you are on the market for a new air conditioning unit, it is important to consider the type of cooling system that will suit your needs. The size of the room, along…
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So many factors go into getting a restful night of sleep. One that we often overlook is temperature. Studies have shown that the optimal temperature for sleeping is somewhere between 60 and 70 degrees. Rather than turning your air conditioner down every night, which can potentially be costly, here are some creative tips to keep…
Continue ReadingIs your a/c ready to keep you cool? This is the best time to make sure that your air conditioner is ready to keep you cool during the summer. Just like your heater, your a/c is more efficient with proper maintenance. Why Do I Need A Tune-Up? Be prepared – Getting a tune-up before the…
Continue ReadingApril 22nd is Earth Day and the last Friday in April (this year, the 24th) is Arbor Day. Could there be a better time to liven up your yard with a new tree or two? What are some easy trees to plant? Not all of us have a yard that would support huge shady trees.…
Continue ReadingWhile it may seem that fall and winter are far away, chilly weather can sneak up on you before you know it. It is always important to make sure that your heating system is kept up to date so you aren’t left in the cold! To make sure that you have the absolute best…
Continue ReadingThe weather in Colorado tends to be cool most of the year, but there are a few days in the summer when the heat can be unbearable. When this happens, it is crucial to have an air conditioner in your home that effectively cools your home. There are several different things that homeowners are doing…
Continue ReadingA little over a year ago Carbon Valley Heating and Air ran a month-long contest seeking the oldest furnace in the Carbon Valley area with the goal of raising awareness about the high efficiency heating equipment available today. Well, we did, in fact, find the oldest furnace! Located in Firestone in the home of Leon…
Continue ReadingIf your air conditioning unit is prone to frequent breakdowns and malfunctions, it is probably because it isn’t receiving the routine maintenance that is critical to its continued operation. Here are some important steps you can take to reduce the chances that you’ll need air conditioning repair service or have to replace your system: •…
Continue ReadingIf you are a homeowner, you need to learn how to do minor fixes on your appliances, including simple air conditioning repairs. The task may be intimidating at first, but it will become handy after you have found out what the problem seems to be. To get you started, here are the common problems that…
Continue ReadingHaving a properly working HVAC is needed if you don’t want your home to be too cold or too hot during summertime. Moreover, professional services can also help you save money by increasing the energy efficiency of your house. If you also want your house to last longer, having an HVAC can also help greatly.…
Continue ReadingSending heating, ventilating, or air conditioning units for repairs entails significant costs, so it is important to avoid future expenses through regular preventive maintenance. If you are a homeowner who keeps a trusted contractor, make sure that the company sends an inspector regularly to conduct scheduled inspection, cleaning, and maintenance procedures. As far as industry…
Continue ReadingIt is not always cold in the environment. There comes a time where a person can experience a turn of events and feel so hot. With that being said, improving a person’s home will need to be diverse. He will need to install an air condition to balance the environment between hot and…
Continue ReadingIt often happens that the air conditioner in the house is neglected until the day you notice no cool air coming from it. This is usually during the hot days of summer, when this machine is most needed. You then try to put the settings to the highest level hoping it will make the…
Continue ReadingWhen all is done in a newly-constructed house, office, etc., the next step is to install heating, ventilation and air conditioning. The person normally called to be in charge of these things all together is the HVAC or the Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning contractor. An HVAC contractor in Firestone is usually…
Continue ReadingDo you really trust your handiwork that much that you won’t even consider hiring an expert Firestone HVAC contractor to do air conditioning or heating repairs in your home? While it is alright to have confidence in yourself, you are taking a huge risk by making complicated HVAC repairs into weekend DIY projects.…
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