Climate Masters Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Point Vedra’

Beware Furnace Short Cycling

Monday, November 28th, 2016

The more you use your furnace to stay comfortable this winter, the more likely it will be to develop problems. One of the most dangerous problems you may have to deal with is short cycling. If left unchecked, short cycling can cause malfunctions to happen more often and shorten the lifespan of the system. Let’s take a look at what causes short cycling, and what it can do to your system.

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Weird Furnace Noises to Listen for

Monday, October 31st, 2016

As we move into heating season, and the stress on your furnace increases, it’s important to keep an eye out for any problems that may develop. The faster you can get your system repaired, the more damage you can prevent and the better off it will be. One of the easiest ways to find a problem with your furnace early is to listen for any strange noises coming from the furnace. Let’s take a look at some of the more common furnace noises that indicate a problem.

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How Zone Control Can Help You This Fall

Monday, October 24th, 2016

Fall is here, and in a few weeks you’ll need to start using your heater to keep comfortable. There are a couple of things that every homeowner should do to get their homes ready for winter. Heating maintenance, for example. If you’re using a centralized forced air system, though, there is another option for improving your heating system. Let’s take a look at zone control, and how it can help you this fall.

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Remember to Schedule Maintenance for Your Heat Pump Twice a Year

Monday, September 19th, 2016

We still have a couple months before the weather starts to cool off around here, but there are still a couple of things that you need to keep in mind for the upcoming heating season. If you’re using a heat pump in your home, you’ve probably been running it for quite a few hours a day over the last few months. That kind of heavy usage tends to increase wear and tear significantly, which is why it’s important to schedule maintenance both during spring and fall. Read on to find out more.

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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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Signs You Need a New Heat Pump

Monday, July 11th, 2016

As we move further into summer, you may start to notice that your heat pump isn’t performing as well as it normally does. Maybe it just needs repairs, or maybe it simply isn’t able to keep you cool through another summer season. If your heat pump isn’t up to the task of keeping your home cool, you should replace it as soon as you can. You don’t want it to die on you in the middle of one of the hottest months of the year, after all. Let’s take a look at some of the signs that you need to install a new heat pump.

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Ductless Problems to be Aware of

Monday, June 6th, 2016

Ductless systems have a lot of benefits, but they just as prone to issues as any other system. If you’re using a ductless system to stay cool this summer, you’ll want to be on the lookout for any issues that may come up due to the increased strain. Time is of the essence when it comes to repairing ductless issues. With that in mind, let’s take a look at some of the common ductless problems you may have to deal with in the next few months.

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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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How Would a Ductless Air Conditioner Help Me?

Monday, March 28th, 2016

Summer is almost here, and that means that for some of us it’s time to consider installing a new air conditioning system. It can be tempting to just go with inertia and install the same kind of system that you were using before, especially considering how daunting it can be to navigate the expansive air conditioning market. However, you should still take a look at the advantages that a ductless air conditioner can offer. Read on for more information.

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Get Your Ducts Sealed to Improve Your Heating Efficiency

Monday, February 22nd, 2016

Most homeowners know to prepare their heating systems for winter, instead of just expecting them to perform properly during the most stressful time of year without any warm up. While people are pretty good at getting their heating systems professional maintenance, however, they are not nearly as vigilant when it comes to their ducts. Let’s take a look at duct sealing, and why it’s so important.

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