The ideal climate we experience in the Sunshine State means few of us would swap this location for any other in the U.S. As long as we have our air conditioning, that is. But does it ever get too cold outside that we don’t need or shouldn’t use our air conditioning? If so, at what […]
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On your HVAC system’s thermostat, you will see a fan setting, which can be set to ON or AUTO. The fan is the blower, which circulates cold (or hot) air throughout your home until the temperature on the thermostat is reached. Central air conditioning works in cooling “cycles”. With an ON setting, the fan stays
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What’s the one task that you should never neglect with your AC in Florida? Changing the air filters. Regular tune-ups are recommended with air conditioning but frequently changing the air filter is the single most important task to maintain performance, improve air quality, and extend the life of your AC system. Most importantly, this will
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The cost of air conditioners in Florida is an expense that most homeowners know only too well—not just the installation costs for new systems but the ongoing costs of running AC in our hot, humid climate. The cost concerns can be offset if you know your cooling system is made to last but air conditioners
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Florida summers can be brutal. Temperatures regularly get up to 90F or even 100F and this, combined with the high humidity levels, can quickly make conditions uncomfortable at home unless the AC thermostat is set at the right temperature. In the Fort Myers Area, the “hot season” regularly extends well over half the year. Understanding
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A new central AC unit typically costs $5,500 to $15,000 fully installed depending on the size of your home and other factors. So, it’s a major investment that requires careful consideration about the return on investment before jumping in. Living without AC is not an option for most Florida homeowners because of the heat and
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Is warm air blowing from your vents when you turn your AC on? This could be due to many issues but one of the most serious is if the outside unit of your AC (the condenser) isn’t turning on. This essential component works alongside the indoor unit to cool the air in your home. It
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If your air conditioning stops working because of a tripped circuit breaker, you’ll want to find out what’s causing the problem—even if the AC starts up again with no problem when you reset the breaker. If the breaker trips repeatedly, something’s wrong. It could be a problem with the electrical wiring, one or more components
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A home cooling system doesn’t just cool the inside air. It removes moisture from it too. In fact, removing moisture from humid air is essential to the cooling process in Florida homes. So, your air conditioning is highly effective at handling moisture and a little water sprayed on it will not harm it, despite most
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How well is your AC able to handle the heat and humidity? In Southwest Florida, where we use our air conditioning practically all year round, systems need regular checks to ensure that they’re operating efficiently. Surprisingly, from our experience, many AC systems are running at far-below-optimum efficiency. An educated guess would be around 80-90 percent
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