I have a Trane unit which was installed in January of 2001. It has not preformed the way I expected and as of this time both the a/c and the heater have gone out. I need a unit that will last. The home is approm. 2600 square feet with a new roof and insulation.
Patricia R
Air Conditioner pipes froze, I thawed them, and now air conditioner won't blow hard. Blows cool, but no pressure.
Wesley S
If you have noticed inflated energy bills, it may be due to your home air conditioning system. Your residential AC can take up a large chunk of your home energy bills, in many cases as much as 60% of the bill. Fortunately, it's easy to enjoy cool and inexpensive comfort with your home air conditioner, provided you make the effort to research residential air conditioning systems before making a choice. Many people however, put very little thought into buying a home air conditioning unit, with the result that they find the energy efficiency of their home at an absolute low.
If you are considering purchasing a new residential AC, make sure that you buy one that's the right size for your home. An air conditioner that's too small will not be able to cool quickly, and you may need to have the system switched on throughout the day, even on those days when the cooling requirement is not that high. This drags down your energy efficiency. On the other hand, a home air conditioning unit that's too small is likely to run in short intermittent cycles, switching itself on and off whenever the desired room temperature is reached. A small AC can also increase humidity levels inside the home, and create damp conditions that foster the growth of mold. Where you place your AC can also make a difference to the energy efficiency of your house air conditioning unit. For instance, placing a unit on a window ledge with foliage and plants clustered around the back of the unit can drag down energy efficiency. You'll also need to make a call on whether a central air conditioning unit or split system is a right fit for your home.
There are other things that can affect the efficiency of your house air conditioning system. For instance, placement of the AC unit, and whether it is a residential central air conditioner or a split AC system. If you need help determining the right size and type of home air conditioner for you, consult with a professional experienced residential air conditioning contractor. You can expect solid advice about an energy efficient unit for your home, as well as professional residential HVAC design, central air conditioning installation, air conditioning servicing and repairs.