If your AC system hasn’t had a tune-up yet this year, it’s time! A professional AC tune-up involves a thorough examination of your AC system, and a few steps that help to get the air conditioner into its peak shape. In fact, your air conditioner needs a tune-up—that is, if you expect it to hold up to its standard lifespan and operate efficiently to save you money each month.
Robbins Heating & Air Conditioning Blog : Archive for the ‘Air Conditioning’ Category
Your AC System Needs a Tune Up
Monday, May 2nd, 2016Need a New Air Conditioner? Don’t Wait Too Long!
Monday, April 18th, 2016When you’re shopping around for a new AC system, one of the biggest mistakes you can make is to wait too long to install it. We’ve seen too many homeowners scramble at the last minute to get a new unit, only to end up with a company they weren’t happy with performing a shoddy installation! Even if you’re not sure of what type of unit you want, call a professional ASAP when you know that you’ll soon be in need of a new air conditioner. Spring is the perfect time to install!
Why You Should Change Your Air Filter Right Now
Monday, April 11th, 2016You’ve heard that you’re supposed to change your air filter each month. This means you’ll need to go to the store and purchase a new air filter, which might not be something you want to do at this moment. However, if it’s been a long time since you’ve traded out your home’s air filter, there are some things you should know about why this monthly task is so important.
It’s Getting Warmer: Why You Should Schedule Air Conditioning Service Today
Monday, April 4th, 2016Chances are, you haven’t given your air conditioning system much thought lately. However, temperatures are warming up, and you definitely don’t want to get to the first hot day of the season to find yourself facing an air conditioner that needs repair—or worse, replacement. If you haven’t scheduled AC service at least within the last year, then you should do it today!
Do You Need to “Top Off” the Refrigerant in Your AC?
Monday, August 24th, 2015Your home air conditioning system has a number of parts and components that work together to cool you off. But the one you may have heard the most about is refrigerant (though you might have heard it referred to as Freon). Refrigerant is a chemical blend that flows through your inside and outside components and exchanges heat from place to place, and a lack of refrigerant can contribute to troubles cooling your home.
3 Signs You Need a Second Opinion from an Air Conditioning Technician
Monday, August 17th, 2015At Robbins Heating & Air Conditioning, we pride ourselves on our work, our honesty, and our commitment to the craft. Unfortunately, not every technician can boast so much attention to detail and quality customer service. If your air conditioning technician makes any of the following mistakes, it may be time to seek a second opinion. Read on for more details.
Why Does It Cost So Much to Run My Air Conditioner?
Monday, August 10th, 2015It takes a lot of energy to run an air conditioner, but today’s high efficiency systems are designed to make a noticeable impact on your bills. But even the best air conditioners cannot conserve energy if you do not take proper care to keep them maintained. Here are a few reasons your air conditioner may be costing more to run than you would expect, and what you can do about it.
Why Are the Rooms in My Home Different Temperatures?
Monday, August 3rd, 2015The main benefit of central AC is that a single system can control the temperature throughout the entire home. But this is sometimes its biggest problem as well. In some cases, it’s difficult to get the temperature to be consistent throughout the entire home because the house has an extensive floorplan or because some of the rooms are designed to be taller or wider than others. So what should you do?
My Air Conditioner Isn’t Very Old: Do I Need to Schedule Service?
Monday, July 20th, 20154 Things You Should Know about Installing a New Air Conditioner
Monday, July 6th, 2015So you’ve decided it’s time to spring for a new air conditioner. This is a great choice for any homeowner spending way too much on energy costs or to repair a faulty system far too often. But the process is probably a little stressful if you’re just starting out. Here are some things you should know about installing a new air conditioner that may make the process go a lot more smoothly.
