caring for your air conditioning equipment

Why The Installation Area Of Your New Air Conditioner Matters

29 July 2017

A central AC installation is an applied science. It cannot be installed just anywhere around the base of your home. Selecting the correct location depends on a number of factors. Here is why the location matters so much. Traveling over Distances The outdoor unit and electrical connections should be placed as close to your forced air furnace as possible. This usually rules out one half of the area of your foundation.

When Is A Window Air Conditioner Actually A Better Choice?

19 July 2017

If you look through home improvement magazines and talk to real estate investors, it may seem like upgrading to central air conditioning is always the right choice... as if window air conditioners are somehow undesirable or inferior. It is true that in many cases, a central air conditioning system will keep your home more evenly cool and also require less maintenance than a set of window units. However, to declare window-based air conditioners completely obsolete or useless is an exaggeration.

A Few Tips For Caring For Your Boiler Heating System

9 July 2017

Boiler systems are an extremely durable and efficient way of providing heat for your home's interior during the coldest days of the winter. However, a boiler system will have very different care needs compared to a traditional forced air heating system, and you must make sure that you are meeting its needs. Care For Your Radiators For a traditional boiler system, the radiators in the interior of the house will be essential for distributing the heat that is produced by the system.

Strange Allergy Symptoms? You Might Have A Dirty Cooling System

16 June 2017

If you develop a severe cough, postnasal dripping, and a stuffy nose that only go away when you physically leave your home, you might have a dirty cooling system. Cooling systems rely on air ducts, vents, and an air handler to work properly. These parts can build up with dirt, pet hair, and numerous other contaminants throughout the year. The contaminants can invade your house and cause allergy symptoms similar to yours.

It's Not Working Like It Used To: 4 Signs You Need A New Air Conditioner

5 June 2017

If you've been contemplating a new air conditioning unit for your home but you're not sure you need one, there are some simple ways of identifying when you need a new one. Having your air conditioner replaced can be a costly venture. However, not having it replaced can be even costlier, especially if you're constantly dealing with repair costs. If you're not sure your air conditioner will make it through another summer without a breakdown, it's time to consider a replacement.

About Air Conditioning System Problems

18 April 2017

Does your loud air conditioning system have to be on for a long time before cooling your house down to a comfortable temperature? You are dealing with two problems that are in need of attention. For example, you will need a diagnosis for why the system runs in a loud manner, as well as why you must run it for an unusual amount of time. The best way to pinpoint problems is with help from a professional air conditioning repair technician.

3 Signs That Your Central Heating And Air Unit Is Too Small

7 April 2017

Central heating and air systems come in all different sizes. When choosing the right unit for your home, it's important to take your home's square footage into consideration. Although you might have always assumed that your existing system is the right size for your home, this might not be the case. These are a few signs that it might be too small and that you might need to talk to an HVAC technician at a company like Ricotta Heating & Air about installing a new, bigger unit in your home.

3 Things to Consider When Choosing AC Filters

30 March 2017

Ideally, you should not rely on price when selecting a filter to use in your air conditioning (AC) system. There are other more important factors that will help you get the right filter, which differs from household to household. Here are three crucial parameters you need to consider: Mode of Operation Filters come in two basic modes of operation, which are electrostatic and mechanical modes of capture. The mechanical filters are meshes with small holes that allow air to flow through but trap particles bigger than those holes.