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How Long Will My Air Conditioner Last?

September 7th, 2015

Purchasing and installing a new air conditioning system is a big commitment, whether you are a first-time owner or replacing an outdated unit. One question we never fail to hear is, “How long can I expect my air conditioner to last?” There are average lifespans associated with each type of air conditioning system, but the truth is that a lot depends on you, the homeowner. Let’s take a closer look.

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What Are My Choices for Pool Heaters?

August 31st, 2015

It can be hard to imagine needing a pool heater at this time of year, but the official start to the fall season is just a month away. If you are a homeowner in St. Augustine, FL who enjoys using your pool year-round, then you know just how important having a reliable pool heater is. Wondering what your choices are? Below is a quick overview of the most common ones. The experts at Climate Masters can help you with all of your pool heater needs, from repair and annual maintenance to new installation and replacement.

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Does Your Air Conditioning System Have Another Season In It?

August 24th, 2015

We’ve still got a while to go with our hot weather here in Palm Coast, FL, but if your air conditioning system is on its last legs, you’ll be seeing a lot of evidence of that by now. However, it can be hard to know if your still-operating air conditioner needs repair or if you need to start considering replacement before next year’s cooling season. Replacement is a big decision in which several factors need to be weighed, and our experts have listed here the three biggest factors you need to review when dealing with the repair versus replace situation:

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What Is the ENERGY STAR Rating?

August 17th, 2015

You’ve probably seen the bright blue ENERGY STAR logo on different appliances, and may have even seen the rectangular yellow sticker that is labeled “EnergyGuide” – but do you know why these labels are on a particular appliance? Being energy efficient is a priority for most homeowners, but to be energy efficient means understanding how different appliances and systems are energy efficient. Proper labeling helps, but to truly understand just how energy efficient you can be with a certain product, it’s important to know what’s behind the labeling.

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Why Consider a Hybrid Hot Water Heater?

August 10th, 2015

Homeowners are looking for lots of ways to be more energy efficient, and one of the ways many are achieving this is by using more energy efficient appliances in the home. One appliance that has undergone a lot of advancements is the hot water heater. Not too long ago, the only choice to be made with a hot water heater was whether to use gas or electricity to power it. These days, there a lot of options for homeowners, and hybrid hot water heaters are growing in popularity for a number of good reasons.

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Do You Need a Whole Home Dehumidifier?

August 3rd, 2015

It’s no secret that in our part of the world, we battle some major humidity. The problem with humidity isn’t just discomfort; it stresses your air conditioning system, adds more heat to the air and can lead to the development of mold and mildew, as well as help the proliferation of dust mites. The answer isn’t a bigger air conditioner; in fact, that will exacerbate the problem. If you’ve been dealing with excess humidity in your home, it’s time to call the indoor air quality experts at Climate Masters and discuss what a whole home dehumidifier can do for you.

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Lack of Cooling: It Isn’t Just About Refrigerant

July 27th, 2015

One of the bigger misconceptions about whole home air conditioning is that any time there is a reduction in cooling, or no cooling at all, from your system,  the problem lay in a lack of refrigerant. While a refrigerant leak could certainly be a cause for these issues, a leak is only one of several possibilities for a lack of cool air in your home.

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One Reason to Consider AC Replacement: Humidity Control

July 20th, 2015

It may seem like the reason air conditioners make things feel so comfortable is simply because of the cool air; this isn’t entirely true. Air conditioners certainly lower the temperature, but they also do something equally important: they reduce the humidity, making the air dryer and thus, more comfortable. But as your air conditioner ages, it breaks down, and it becomes harder and harder for your system to dehumidify your home as needed. When this happens, your indoor comfort will be compromised. The question is now, what to do about it?

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Why Do I Need to Change My Air Filter?

July 13th, 2015

There are a lot of components you don’t see in your air conditioner, and for the most part, that’s not really an issue because only a qualified and trained expert should work on your system. But there is a simple component that you should familiarize yourself with, and that’s your system’s air filter. To keep your AC running optimally, it’s important to change the air filter in your system every three months. A clogged air filter can cause a number of problems to develop, as we’ll outline below. If you need assistance with learning how to change your air filter correctly in Palm Coast, FL, call the experts at Climate Masters and schedule an appointment.

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How Can Duct Sealing Help with My Cooling?

July 6th, 2015

If you have a ducted air conditioning system, you know how important it is to have ductwork that is effective and in good shape. But what if yours isn’t? What if your ductwork is faulty and you are losing precious cool air each time your air conditioning system operates? One solution is to hire the experts at Climate Masters for professional duct sealing services.

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