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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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Ways to Reduce the Workload on Your Air Conditioning System

June 29th, 2015

Our air conditioners here in St. Augustine, FL, get a work out, and this can sometimes show in your monthly utility bill. There are some simple ways to reduce the workload on your air conditioner that don’t require an overhaul of your system. Here are some suggestions from the helpful AC experts at Climate Masters:

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Heat Pump Repair Guide: Problems with the Reversing Valve

June 22nd, 2015

Many people ask what the difference is between a heat pump and an air conditioner. The main difference is that a heat pump can both heat and cool a home, whereas an air conditioner just cools a home. The reason for this is a key component called the reversing valve. This valve is specialized for heat pumps, and when issues arise with the reversing valve in your heat pump, there will be operational issues. What kind of problems can arise with the reversing valve? Let’s take a look.

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How Does a Geothermal System Cool?

June 15th, 2015

It may have only been over the last few years that you’ve heard of geothermal systems, but they’ve actually been around since the 1940s. However, with advancements in the heating and cooling industry, better products have made geothermal systems more accessible to homeowners than ever before. Geothermal systems work differently from traditional heating and cooling systems in that they utilize the ground to both heat and cool your home. We are going to look at how the system cools your home first.

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3 Ways Zone Control Helps Your Cooling

June 8th, 2015

As we head into the heat of summer, you may be looking for ways to maximize on the cooling your whole home air conditioner provides. One way to do this is to install a zone control system. Zone control offers your home a number of benefits, and can extend the comfortable effects of the cooling your AC system provides. However, it’s important to hire only trained professionals to install your zone control system because they can be somewhat complex. The specialists at Climate Masters have been installing and servicing zone control systems for over 20 years. If you are interested to see what a zone control system can do for your home in St. Augustine, FL, call us today!

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What Is a Ductless Mini Split Air Conditioning System?

June 1st, 2015

It wasn’t very long ago that the only way to have whole home air conditioning was to have ductwork throughout your house. Several systems now offer whole home cooling without the need for ductwork, including ductless mini split air conditioning systems. How does this type of system work? Let’s take a look.

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