Climate Masters Blog: Archive for the ‘Air Conditioning’ Category

When More Refrigerant is Required

Monday, August 15th, 2016

We often have homeowners ask us if they need to add more refrigerant to their air conditioning systems. While it’s true that there are times when more refrigerant is required for your air conditioning system, those times are few and far between. Let’s take a look at how your air conditioner uses refrigerant, and when it needs more added to it.

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3 Ways to Keep the Entire Family Cool this Summer

Monday, July 4th, 2016

It’s hot and humid outside and all you hear is complaints. Has the air conditioner broken down? Is it still working but barely? Is it cool but also clammy inside? There is plenty that can go wrong with your AC, and it’s frustrating when you’re in charge of making sure it works correctly.

Your air conditioning system in St. Johns, FL may be working as hard as it can, but sometimes it’s not enough. If your family needs to cool down this July, here are some tried-and-true ways: 

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How to Get Rid of High Humidity

Monday, June 27th, 2016

We all understand how the high temperatures during our summer here in St Augustine affect our day-to-day. But how many of us keep a hygrometer handy? Or know exactly what level of relative humidity is ideal for their home? High levels of moisture in the air can mean that your home’s indoor air feels clammy, and that your skin feels sticky despite the fact that your thermostat reads 68 degrees. Here are some ways to cut down on the level of water vapor in your household:

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Improve Your Air Conditioner This Summer With Zone Control

Monday, June 13th, 2016

If you’re using a central air conditioning system to stay cool this summer, there are a couple things you should know. One of the biggest disadvantages of central air conditioning is energy inefficiency. If you use a central air conditioner without any modifications, your home will be less energy efficient and more uncomfortable. Fortunately, there is a way to fix that. Read on to find out more about zone control, and how it can benefit you this summer.

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Do I Need a Separate Dehumidifier if I Have an Air Conditioner?

Monday, May 30th, 2016

It’s a little-known fact that air conditioning systems have a bit of a dehumidifying effect, which is great for the humid climate of Florida. As part of the cooling function, air conditioners drop the temperature of the air around the evaporator coil below the dew point. This causes the moisture in the air to condense on the coil before being drained out of the system. So, some homeowners think that they don’t need a separate dehumidifier in order to maintain a comfortable indoor climate. This is not the case. Read on to find out why a dehumidifier is still a good idea, even if you have an air conditioner already.

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How Improperly Sized Air Conditioners Cause Problems

Monday, May 23rd, 2016

When you’re shopping for a new air conditioning system, it can be pretty tempting to just install the biggest system that will physically fit in your home. You want to make sure it’s powerful enough to do the job, after all. However, installing an air conditioner that is not properly sized for your home can cause all kinds of issues. Read on to find out what tends to happen of your air conditioner is too large or too small for your home.

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Signs Your Air Conditioner has a Refrigerant Leak

Monday, May 16th, 2016

Air conditioners can develop all kinds of problems over the course of their lives, but few of them are as potentially damaging as the refrigerant leak. Refrigerant is the core of the air conditioner, without which it would not be able to function properly. An air conditioner recycles refrigerant back and forth through the system during operation, but it does not consume it. So, a leak in the system will cause some serious problems if it isn’t dealt with right away. Read on for some of the more common signs that your air conditioner is leaking refrigerant.

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What Odd Air Conditioner Noises Indicate

Monday, May 9th, 2016

As we move further into the summer, you’re going to start using your air conditioner more and more often. That means that the strain on the system will increase, making it more likely for problems to present themselves. Time is of the essence when repairing air conditioning problems, so you want to make sure that you know when your system is having issues. One of the first signs of a problem with your air conditioner is strange noises coming from the system during operation. Let’s take a look at some of those noises now, and what they mean.

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When is it Time to Replace My Air Conditioner?

Monday, May 2nd, 2016

Air conditioners last a long time, especially if you know how to take proper care of them. Prompt repairs and regular maintenance can easily make your air conditioner last multiple decades. However, nothing lasts forever. Sooner or later, you will need to replace your air conditioner with a new one. The key is being able to identify when that time has arrived as early as possible, rather than have your old air conditioner surprise you by breaking down for good in the middle of a hot day. Let’s take a look at when it’s time to consider a new air conditioner.

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The Importance of Changing Your Air Conditioner Air Filter

Monday, April 25th, 2016

Do you change the air filter in your air conditioner every few months? Did you even know that your air conditioner had an air filter? The air filter is actually one of the most important parts of your air conditioning system, and it also happens to be able to cause one some of the biggest problems. Read on to find out why your air filter is so important.

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