It’s summer time and you’re definitely thinking of tons of ways to beat the summer heat, aside from heading to the beach, staying home with your family is probably one of your first options, and having a good Air Conditioning System is the most important decision. Because putting shades or blinds over your windows are not enough to keep the temperature inside your home.

Even if you have never visited the Grand Rapids area before, everyone knows that western Michigan has severe winters with cold to very cold temperatures and a significant amount of snow. However, what people outside of the area may not be aware of is that the Grand Rapids metropolitan area also experiences hot, often humid, summers, which makes both heat and air conditioner maintenance and repair an essential service for people who live in and around the city.

Because of the temperature extremes that the city sees over the course of the year, having your heating and cooling system in good working order is a necessity and this means two things: having a heating and cooling repair service that you can rely on as well as having your home’s heat and air conditioner systems regularly serviced to make sure that they’re working properly when temperatures rise – or dip – to the point that heating or air conditioning is needed to ensure a safe and comfortable environment in the home.

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When temperatures are hitting the high 90s, the last thing you want is for your AC to sputter out. A few hours without air conditioning will turn your house into a sweatbox, leaving you and your family hot, cranky and uncomfortable. It’s generally a good idea to have a professional over to look at your AC unit; however, there’s often plenty you can do to troubleshoot – and even fix – minor problems. In the hopes of keeping you all cool and comfy this summer, here’s a handy guide to some common problems and the best ways to fix them.

Basic Troubleshooting

1. If your AC doesn’t turn on

If your heat and air conditioner doesn’t kick in automatically, first make sure that it’s set to cool, and then turn the set temperature well below the current room temperature. Next, make sure that both your cooling and heating system and the outdoor condenser are switched on. A 240-volt disconnect switch should be mounted on the house near the compressor.

Check to see if that has been switched off. Finally, check your main electrical box to make […]

Your Heating and Cooling system is probably the most expensive appliance in your home. For this reason and others, it is critical that you maintain it properly to keep it running at peak performance. Failing to do so reduces its efficiency and the life of the unit. Improperly maintained units have to work harder to keep up with what you demand of it, and that means higher energy costs.

While some maintenance issues cannot be done by the do-it-yourselfer, there are some things that you can do that will not require calling a professional. Below you will find some tips that will help maintain your Air Conditioning and heating system.

1. Change the filter regularly. Most manufacturers recommend that you change, or clean Air Conditioning filters at least once every 3 months, and once a month for others. When the filter is not changed or cleaned routinely, dirt and dust accumulates and causes the system to have to work harder, and that can lead to a breakdown. It also increases the amount you have to pay on energy bills. Filters can be purchased at most hardware stores or […]
   

Once in a while you still need to consult a professional to have a routine check on your Air Conditioning System, although maintaining the cleanliness of it will prevent you for paying for major repairs and services. If you want to maximize the full capacity of your Air Conditioning System, you must think of the perfect area in your home where to install it; perfect duct installation will give you a better airflow, and it will prevent it from getting damaged from improper positioning.

The National Comfort Institute and the Department of Energy have proven that improper installation and positioning of your Air Conditioning System will reduce 40% of its capacity, most homes only get 60% “Cooling and Heating” benefits from their Air Conditioning System due to improper planning and installation of their units. One reason is that the Air Conditioning coils are sometimes too big or too small for the unit.

“Improper planning and installation of your Air Conditioning System will lead you to pay more than what you could get.”

Things You Need To Consider Before Getting an Air Conditioning System

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