Central air conditioners provide climate control for your home in the summer, helping to keep the interior of your house comfortable. However, like all appliances, they can become less effective over time due to age and general wear and tear. Here are a couple of signs that you should keep an eye out for to determine when you should replace your central air conditioning system.
Poor Airflow
If you notice that air is not flowing through your home very well, it may be a sign that your air conditioner's compressor is nearing the end of its lifespan.
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Installing air conditioning in a home with forced air heating is pretty straightforward, since the same ducts can be used. If you have boiler-style heating, on the other hand, installing air conditioning gets a bit complicated. You don't have any ducts to work with, and installing ducts in walls that were not designed to accommodate them can be a major renovation project. Thankfully, there is an alternative: ductless air conditioning.
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Being comfortable during any season is important to having the highest quality of life possible. This means you will want to ensure your heating and the air conditioning system continues to function well. There are certain things you should do to ensure this and knowing what these five things are can be helpful to you.
Tip #1: Change your filters
It's important to keep the air filters in your unit fresh and clean at all times if you want to have an HVAC unit that runs efficiently.
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One of the many advantages of a gas oven or range is that, unlike electric appliances, gas allows you to enjoy a hot meal even when the power goes out. Unfortunately, the same is not necessarily true of gas heat; while natural gas can certainly supply heat without electricity, modern gas appliances actually rely on electricity in a number of ways to help them heat your home. Not only are many furnaces equipped with electric pilot lights, but these appliances also depend on electric power to run circuits and controls, communicate with your thermostat, and most importantly, distribute hot air through your home.
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Most central heating systems have a furnace that uses a fan to circulate the air. The fan is vital for the airflow of your heater and air conditioner. The AC air is pumped through the furnace fan in order to be circulated into the ducts. So, making sure your furnace fan is operational is beneficial for both your AC and heating systems. This article highlights one common problem with furnace fans and how to fix it.
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