Leaking Air and Losing Money?

June 11, 2019

Is your home leaking air, and are you losing money in the process? You’re not the only one. This is a common problem. In fact, the Department of Energy estimates that the average homeowner can save 10% by focusing on the airtightness of their building. Ducts has been serving homeowners in Solon, Ohio, with HVAC services since 1927. Our company cannot stress enough how important it is to have your ducts cleaned and inspected every several years or so. Joint seals will wear out over time and allow conditioned air to escape. Such leakage can be particularly problematic and expensive if the air is leaking into the attic. Natural Ventilation A hallmark of modern home construction is that they are sealed well. This is not the case with older homes, including those just built 10 years ago or so. A home that is not sealed well can leak air through walls and even the foundation. Windows and Doors Doors and windows are other common areas where air leaks can occur. Sometimes, the fix can be as simple as new weather-stripping, fresh caulk and a door sock or three. In more serious cases, it may be necessary to upgrade to energy-efficient...

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Symptoms of a Broken AC Motor

May 22, 2019

At , we’ve been providing quality air conditioning repairs, replacement and maintenance services to the people of Solon, OH, since 1927. We pride ourselves on keeping the air conditioning motors of Cuyahoga County running smoothly and efficiently. If your AC motor is displaying the following symptoms, we hope you’ll give us the chance to address them for you. Lack of Cold Air If your air conditioner isn’t able to produce enough cold air, then you may have a motor issue. A professional will be able to evaluate your system and confirm whether or not your motor is to blame for this cooling problem. Inability to Turn Off Your fan’s motor may keep running even after you’ve turned the system off. This is evidence of a probable motor issue. Ignoring this problem can lead to trouble further down the road. Keeps Turning On and Off Even if your motor runs, it might cut on and off intermittently. This is another sign that your air conditioning motor needs to be fixed. An expert will be able to get your AC motor back up and running again. Humming and Other Odd Noises Unusual sounds like humming, buzzing or rattling can signify trouble with...

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Protect Your Investment With a Warranty

March 18, 2019

The heating and cooling system in your home is a valuable asset for keeping your family healthy and comfortable. It is important that the system is maintained, repaired or replaced when there is a problem with it. Product warranties can be helpful tools when you are facing a malfunctioning heating or cooling unit. How to Learn More About Warranties Warranties are generally issued by the equipment manufacturer. For example, Carrier would issue the warranties for the furnaces, heat pumps and air conditioners that it manufactures. Warranties vary from product to product. Furthermore, every manufacturer is different in terms of: What is included in the limited warranty What is included in the extended warranty The cost of an extended warranty What keeps either the limited or the extended warranty in effect The best way to find information on product warranties in the Cleveland, OH, area is to ask the heating and cooling professionals at . Warranty Coverage Most limited and extended warranties cover the critical parts of your system. Labor, belts, filters, and lubricants are generally not covered by manufacturers’ warranties. With a warranty in hand, you can have the peace of mind knowing that you should not face an unexpected...

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The Wonderful Invention of Air Conditioning!

September 11, 2018

Air conditioning is such a ubiquitous part of life that it is hard to imagine a time without it. Even so, people did without HVAC units for thousands of years as AC was only invented in 1902 and it was decades before HVAC units were installed in businesses and homes across the nation. Who Invented Air Conditioning? In 1902, Willis Carrier invented the first air conditioning unit to run on electricity. The unit was able to not only control the temperature but also reduce humidity. In 1915, Mr. Carrier founded the Carrier Air Conditioning Company of America to promote his new invention. He began installing residential AC units in homes shortly thereafter although it wasn’t until 1933 that the company developed an air conditioner with the belt-driven condensing unit and mechanical controls that is now the standard model for AC units manufactured by a wide range of companies. Air Conditioning Goes Viral The installation of air conditioning units in homes in the 1920s is credited with encouraging large numbers of people to migrate from northern states to hotter southern states such as Texas, Florida, Georgia, Alabama, and Louisiana. Even so, it wasn’t until the 1950s that unit sales expanded dramatically...

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How Often do My Filters Need to be Changed?

August 30, 2018

Air conditioning helps keep your home or office at a comfortable temperature, but it also maintains a stable humidity level and cleans the air. When the pollen count goes up, it is the filter in your air conditioning unit that keeps the allergens on the outside, so you can breathe comfortably while indoors. How effectively your air is cleaned depends on your filter. Filters come in a range of quality levels and need regular replacement. Higher quality filters last longer, but they can also reduce air flow through your system. Lower quality filters need more rapid replacement, but they are inexpensive and don’t affect system performance until it is time to change them. So, how often is the average replacement time? It all depends. Here are a few of the factors that can affect the life of your filters. Read the Filter Packaging Many filters come with a recommended replacement time. Once a month is a fairly common time frame, but even that can depend on external factors. In Akron, OH, you won’t need to run your system all year long. That means you can probably avoid filter changes during the winter season and much of the fall. Once you...

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