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

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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Why Ice is Forming on Your Air Conditioner

Monday, April 18th, 2016

As you start to use your air conditioner more and more often this summer, you may notice ice starting to form on the inside part of the system. This is a sign that your system is in serious trouble. Read on to find out why ice forms on your air conditioner, and the kind of damage it can do to your system.

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Reasons Why Your Air Conditioner Output is Dropping

Monday, March 14th, 2016

Going through a Florida summer without a functioning air conditioning system is not a pleasant thought. So, it can be more than a little alarming if your air conditioning system seems to be losing output right when the days are starting to warm up. If your air conditioner isn’t cooling your home as much as it should, there are a couple possible reasons why. Let’s take a look at those reasons now.

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When is the Best Time for Air Conditioning Maintenance?

Monday, March 7th, 2016

Winter is at an end, and the days are starting to warm up. That means that it’s time to get your home ready for the cooling season. If you want to make sure that you’re absolutely prepared for the hottest months of the year, it’s a good idea to schedule air conditioning maintenance. Read on to find out more about the benefits of air conditioning maintenance, and why you should schedule it every spring.

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Do You Think Your Air Conditioner May Have a Refrigerant Leak?

Monday, November 2nd, 2015

An electro-mechanical system like your air conditioner can develop a number of problems. Among the more common problems the cooling professionals from Climate Masters see are refrigerant leaks. The thing to keep in mind about these kinds of leaks is that they aren’t always visible. This is because refrigerant runs throughout your entire AC system as it completes a cooling cycle, so a leak can develop anywhere the refrigerant is. However, there are some fairly distinct signs your AC will give if a leak has developed:

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Common Air Conditioning Electrical Problems

Monday, October 12th, 2015

Buzzing and popping noises, uneven operation – these are all problems indicating an issue with your air conditioner’s electrical components. You should always call an expert to help with any kind of AC repair issue, but this is especially true when it comes to an electrical problem. There can be a few causes for electrical issues with your air conditioner, as we’ll outline below, but it’s important that if you suspect you have an electrical issue, turn the system off right away and call your Climate Masters expert for help.

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