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Mesa Heat Pump Maintenance – Now Is The Time to Schedule HP Services

Written by Rm Harrington on . Posted in AC Service, Heat Pumps, Heating, Maintenance.

Mesa Heat Pump MaintenanceMesa Heat Pump Maintenance Can Reduce Your Risk of Panic AZ HP Service Demands

With the winter doors opening and cold weather gushing through, now is the time for you to schedule your Mesa heat pump maintenance services. Reports from the Energy Gov heating and cooling resource center indicate that poor airflow, incorrect refrigerant charge, and leaky ducts reduce heat pump efficiency and performance (1). Airflow per ton in your Mesa heat pump system should run between 400 to 500 cfm. Before each heating season begins, Energy Gov recommends that your AZ HVAC technician clean the evaporator coil, inspect the ductwork and increase the fan speed when necessary.

With the Mesa Weather Channel forecasting a drastic drop in local nighttime temperatures, the arrival of winter ensures an increase in the demands for Mesa heat pump repairs (2). Beginning October 23rd with a 59°F low, the next ten days will bring about a ten-plus drop in regional weather. The forecast for Tuesday October 29 predicts a nighttime bottom of 49. This is only the beginning. In the coming weeks, it’s going to get even colder.

Many Arizona residents and business owners delay taking care of Mesa Heat Pump maintenance issues. Yet proper HVAC care increases the lifetime durability of your AZ HP. Timely inspections and heat pump servicing ensures better home or office comfort. Advance preparations eliminate the panic of last minute efforts to find a 24/7 Mesa heat pump repair center.  

Don’t get caught in the cold. American Cooling and Heating provides Mesa businesses and homes with:

  • Precision heating and cooling solutions including Mesa heat pump maintenance, gas, fuel or electric furnace maintenance, and repairs or installation on any HVAC product
  • Same day turnaround for HP repairs, HP maintenance or any other HVAC installation or service requirements
  • 24/7 HVAC technicians stationed in your area and ready to meet your Mesa heating and cooling demands as soon as the call arrives
  • Full service on all models and brands of heat pumps, A/C equipment and furnace systems
  • Qualified technicians with 30-plus years experience in the HVAC heating and cooling industry
  • Bonded, insured and licensed assurance
  • Flat-rate pricing for Mesa heat pump maintenance services, repair services and system installation services
  • Assured customer satisfaction backed by product warranties and the American Cooling and Heating personal HVAC service guarantee
  • Friendly Mesa HVAC technicians, skilled for the work and courteous to every customer
  • Respect for your home or business assured by technicians that wear covers over their shoes, use work mats to protect sensitive work areas and practice tidy cleanup.

The American Cooling and Heating team: Honest, reliable and evidenced by an A+ Mesa, Arizona BBB service rating.

ACH Mesa Heat Pump Maintenance Services

Knowing how to operate and maintain your Mesa HP assures maximum energy efficiency, effectiveness and cost savings. But aside from changing HVAC filters and learning how to correctly regulate the thermostat, the average consumer lacks training for seasonal maintenance of their heating and cooling equipment. The ACH Mesa heat pump maintenance process includes checking up on the items typically handled by the customer, and then provides services that exceed the skills of the average consumer.

Your personal ACH heat pump technician will:

  • Inspect your system, including blower performance, ducts, filters and indoor coil
  • Test and verify airflow and refrigerant charge
  • Diagnose and correct any leakage in the duct system
  • Test for leaks in the refrigerant system
  • Inspect all belts and motors, lubricating and tightening where necessary
  • Examine, clean and tighten electric terminals
  • Apply nonconductive coating to your system’s electric terminals
  • Test and verify the functions of your Mesa heat pump thermostat system
  • Examine all electric controls to ensure that heating and cooling components are not fighting against one another
  • Provide you with a detailed Mesa heat pump maintenance assurance report.

 

For greater details or to schedule your Mesa heat pump maintenance service, click here.

 

 

  1. http://energy.gov/energysaver/articles/air-source-heat-pumps
  2. http://www.weather.com/weather/tenday/Mesa+AZ+USAZ013

 

Fall Furnace Inspection Reduces Emergency Gilbert Furnace Repairs

Written by Rm Harrington on . Posted in AC Installation, Heating, HVAC Sales, Maintenance.

Emergency Gilbert Furnace Repairs – Not a Pleasurable Winter Experience

In the battle to reduce the need for emergency Gilbert furnace repairs, many AZ homeowners fail to take advantage of fall furnace inspection specials. The heating season is just around the corner. Losing home heating in the dead of a harsh winter night is no pleasurable experience – even when access to 24-hour Gilbert furnace repair services can reduce the strain.

Heat system cleaning, inspection and maintenance are critical to efficient and durable furnace services. If you don’t mind crawling amid the critters beneath your home, breathing attic dust or risking missing a key component of the cleaning process, you can inspect your own AZ furnace. Or you can call American Cooling and Heating. These seasoned air conditioning pros provide reasonably priced furnace inspections, furnace cleaning services and Gilbert furnace repairs.

For more information on ACH Gilbert furnace services, click here.

An Early Start Best Avoids the Need For Emergency Gilbert Furnace Repairs

Procrastination marks human nature. Although test starting your furnace early in the season can eliminate panic calls for emergency heating repairs, most people still wait until cold weather is already knocking at the doors and windows. Procrastinating until the day the temperature drops assures that a failed furnace will put you into the mist of the Arizona emergency furnace repairs crowd. Don’t go there. One call to a Gilbert furnace repair center while fall is still in the early stages may prevent you from facing the extended line of late demand on limited HVAC resources.

Tips for DIY Gilbert Furnace Repairs

According to the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors, residential home furnace inspectors must know and understand the difference between various types of home heating equipment. Without identifying the specifics of a particular type of heating system, you cannot recognize the heating method, identify defective materials or clearly explain cause and effect.

Other common components of a Gilbert heating inspection include knowing:

  • How the installed heating system operates
  • How to maintain the heating system
  • How to identify and correct common furnace problems
  • How to draw correct conclusions concerning the apparent condition of the heating system
  • Have the skill and the experience to clearly justify his or her opinions, observations and recommendations to the homeowner.

Tips For Safe Gilbert Furnace Operation

Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a bonded, insured and licensed AZ air conditioning contractor is your best assurance of a safe, efficient and reliable heating system. But for safe furnace operation, you too have some measure of responsibility:

  • Keep the filters clean
  • Keep the airflow paths free of furniture and other blockages
  • On gas systems, locate an tag the gas shutoff valve
  • Don’t assume that a blown fuse is due to a minor power glitch
  • Address any odd or random noises that indicate possible furnace failure.

American Cooling and Heating provides Gilbert furnace repairs, Gilbert furnace inspections and Gilbert furnace installation. Prices are reasonable, flat rate and upfront. Service is available 24/7 throughout the Phoenix region of Arizona, including Mesa, Scottsdale and Gilbert. The company repairs and installs all major brands of heating and cooling equipment including Amana, Carrier and Goodman.

To schedule your Gilbert furnace repairs or service, click here.

 

 

  1. http://www.nachi.org/inspecting-furnaces.htm

 

Phoenix Heat Pump Installation Reduces the Arizona Heat Island Effect

Written by Rm Harrington on . Posted in Air Purification, Cooling Tips, Heat Pumps, Maintenance.

Phoenix Heat Pump Installation Against Heat Island EffectLeaving Behind, For a Moment, the Benefits of Phoenix Heat Pump Installation

Before talking about Phoenix heat pump installation, it makes sense that you understand the definition of the term “Arizona Heat Island Effect.” You also need to know how the heat island effect relates to the comfort level within your home. So let’s start by defining the Arizona heat island effect.

According to the U. S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the term “heat island” was coined to describe the relationship between air temperatures in the city and air temperatures in the surrounding rural areas. In specific, it compares the heat buildup that occurs in towns and cities to the normal temperatures in nearby rural areas. In a city with one million residents, the heat island effect can produce annual mean air temperatures that run from 1.8 to 5.4°F higher than the nearby rural centers. In the peak of an Arizona summer, the evening increase in air temperatures between Phoenix and the nearby rural areas can reach as high as 22°F.

For you, as an Arizona resident, it means this: 

  • Increased energy demands for comfortable Arizona air conditioning
  • Higher cooling costs
  • Increased local and global air pollution
  • Greater local and global greenhouse gas emissions
  • Poor water quality and greater danger to local water life
  • Increased personal health risks, including the likelihood of more illnesses, poor indoor air quality and the possibility of a fatal heat stroke.

Statistics suggest that heat islands may elevate the local energy demand on Phoenix heat pump systems and other A/C equipment by as much as 5 to 10 percent. The associated excess demand on fuel driven power plants generates an increase in air-borne instances of carbon monoxide (CO), mercury (Hg), nitrogen oxides (NOx), particulate matter (PM), and sulfur dioxide (SO2). Ground-level ozone and the temperature of rainwater also increase. Stormwater runoff becomes dangerous and even fatal to local aquatic species.

 

As air pollution escalates, your health becomes compromised. Estimates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggest that exposure to excess heat results in more heat cramps, more respiratory problems and an increase in heat strokes. Installing quality Arizona heat pump solutions and an indoor air quality filtration system helps you protect yourself and your family.

 

 

Arizona Heat Pump Installation and Other Common-Sense “Heat Island” Solutions

 

By acting wisely, most Arizona communities can reduce the damage of summertime heat islands.  In fact, many strategies are already in position through state and federal resources. Methods for heat island prevention and heat island damage reduction include: 

  • Advanced roofing technology such as green roofs and cool roofs
  • Better management of environmental conditions such as an increase in tree planting and new paving technologies
  • Installing new energy-efficient Arizona heat pump systems and air filtration equipment.

 

Even as you read this article, Gilbert, Arizona Development Services is working with citizens, contractors, local architects and project designers to implement cool pavement technology, cool roofing approaches and other environmental management systems. Reducing the Urban Heat Island effects is critical to a safe environment.

 

Likewise, the Arizona Department of Heath Services (ADHS) is working to provide travelers and state residents with up-to-date information concerning extreme heat events. The Phoenix office of the National Weather Service is responsible for updating the southwest/south-central Arizona region, and Tucson handles the forecasts for the southeastern region of the state.

 

According to their website, the city of Tempe AZ is also working to educate and help residents on matters related to the heat-island effect, water availability and pollution. In fact, the Tempe Arizona current calendar of events includes an art exhibition designed for education on this very issue. Make a note to attend.

 

But warnings and state managed changes only work if the entire community participates. Citizens must also become a part of the solution. For example: Phoenix community weatherization programs provide home weatherization resources to low-income qualifying Phoenix residents. This helps reduce excess heating and cooling bills, but it also reduces the time that an Phoenix heat pump or Arizona Air Conditioning system functions. The service also provides funds to help low-income families install efficient cooling measures. You can’t beat increased comfort at a lower energy cost and a victory over the Urban Heat Island effect.

 

Cost Savings on Energy Efficient Installed Phoenix Heat Pump Solutions

 

It is good if you are not in the low-income bracket. But that doesn’t mean your home can afford to ignore the effects of the Arizona heat island effect. Having sufficient income to manage your own heating, cooling and weatherization processes doesn’t mean it should cost you by the bucket load of dollars. Remember: Heat pumps not only provide cost-efficient cooling but they also provide energy-efficient heating. With an installed Arizona heat pump, you don’t have to wait on the season of “heat island effects” to begin saving money.  

American Cooling and Heating has been in the Air Conditioning and Phoenix Heat Pump Installation business since 1993. We service and install A/C equipment throughout the Phoenix region.

 

For more details on how you can save money on an energy efficient Arizona heat pump solution, click here.

 

Trane Air Conditioning Troubleshooting, Fix Your Trane Heat Pump Now

Written by Rm Harrington on . Posted in AC Installation, AC Repair, AC Service, Arizona Air Conditioning Installation, Maintenance, Trane.

Trane Air Conditioning TroubleshootingTrane Air Conditioning Troubleshooting – Sometimes Simple and Sometimes Not

When correctly installed by a professional Phoenix heating and cooling technician, your Trane heat pump or Trane A/C system should function effectively, energy efficient and trouble free. However, time conquers all equipment, including the best of the best in heating and cooling products. But before you call for a qualified Arizona Trane heating and cooling service tech, cover the following basic Trane Air Conditioning troubleshooting steps.   

Trane A/C Troubleshooting, the Simple Side 

The following details deal with heat pumps and central air conditioning systems. Sometimes heating and cooling complications are related to product age. Sometimes they can occur due to poor Phoenix A/C installation practices. Yet even if you have an extended fully transferable 10-year Trane Air Conditioning Registered Limited Warranty Protection program on parts only, labor only or parts and labor, not every problem requires immediate contact with your Arizona Trane A/C repair center. Remember: Air Conditioning service calls, even when covered under warranty, can cost you in time, missed work hours and the discomfort of going without a functioning A/C even if only for a few hours.  

The causes of improper heating and cooling can range from minor and simple to major and complex. The Trane Air Conditioning troubleshooting tips listed here primarily focus on quick home remedies. They are as follows: 

Thermostat/Control Incorrectly Set – This may seem like an obvious Trane Air Conditioning troubleshooting step, but if you live with a houseful of kids the thermostat/control may not be set like you think it is. Even if you are running the cream-of-the-crop Trane ComfortLink™ II programmable controller with remote access, live weather and indoor/outdoor air temperature monitoring, the system is human managed. Make a thermostat check your first stop.  

No Airflow – Start by checking the system filters. The Trane CleanEffects™ collector is designed for rinse or vacuum cleaning. Likewise, the Trane FreshEffects™ filter permits easy slide out cleaning. Don’t permit a clogged filter to hinder your indoor comfort.

Frozen Coil – While considering the possibilities of a clogged indoor filter, you should also check for a frozen or dirty coil system. If you notice water beneath the unit and a cold exterior surface on the coil enclosure, try shutting down the system thermostat for several hours. Note: Even if a shutdown permits the unit to defrost and restart, a frozen coil indicates the need to contact your Phoenix Trane Air Conditioning repair center. 

Tripped Circuit Breaker – In older homes, the electrical wiring is often substandard to modern requirements. Older wiring and circuits are more easily overloaded than new equipment. If your heating or cooling system has come to a complete halt, effective Trane Air Conditioning troubleshooting begins by checking the A/C, HP or Air Handler circuit breakers. If a reset is necessary, ask yourself three questions: 

  1. Is the breaker directly linked to the heating and cooling equipment or does it trace back to the primary home breaker box?
  2. Is this an ongoing problem throughout the home or is it isolated to the Trane Heat Pump or Trane Air Conditioning system?
  3. Did a recent electrical storm cause a household-wide electrical failure? 

The answer to these questions directs the next step in your Trane A/C or Trane Heat Pump troubleshooting session. If the failure is due to a recent household electrical outage, the problem may not need any further attention. If the failure traces back to the primary home breaker box, and it is not due to a recent household electrical outage, you may need to contact an Arizona electrician rather than your Phoenix Trane AC installation professional. Likewise, if the problem tracks to the installed Trane A/C breaker box, call the installer. Something is amiss in the unit. 

Warning: Before resetting any circuit breakers, investigate your installed Arizona A/C system for signs of physical damage due to high winds, rocks thrown from lawn mower equipment and more. You should also work with a partner: One person to reset the breaker and the other to keep watch over the unit of signs of immediate need for shutdown. 

Problems That May Require Professional Arizona Trane Air Conditioning Troubleshooting 

  • Indoor unit functions but the outdoor unit doesn’t
  • Extreme increase in electrical usage
  • Excessive system cycling
  • System fails to achieve thermostat set point
  • System runs continuously
  • Overflowing drip pan. 

Some of the above problems can be related to thermostat settings, an increase in local utility rates, an extreme increase in local temperatures or the purchase of new home appliances. However, it may be that you need the skills and training of a professional Arizona Trane Heat Pump or Trane Air Conditioning Troubleshooting expert. If you have taken the basic A/C troubleshooting steps to no avail, click here to contact American Cooling and Heating. We can fix your Trane A/C equipment.

 

AC Components – Evaporator Coils and How They Function In Air Conditioning Equipment

Written by Rm Harrington on . Posted in AC Service, Air Conditioning, Maintenance.

Carrier Air Handler and Evaporator CoilAir Conditioning Evaporator Coils – Tips From the AC&H Phoenix AC Installation Service Center

Central air conditioners contain two major cooling components: The Condenser coil and the Evaporator Coil. In the typical system, the condenser is located outside the home or office building. However, the Evaporator coil is normally associated with the furnace component of the air conditioning unit. It is mounted in the junction of the main internal duct system.

Keeping your Mesa or Scottsdale AC system clean and efficient requires yearly inspection and routine maintenance of the functional components, including the condenser and the evaporator coil. Many of the advertised discount HVAC tune-up offers ignore the condition of your evaporator coil. If your current AC inspector and AC tune-up provider fails to open the internal unit, you can bet that they have ignored the importance of a clean evaporator coil.

Ensure that your next Phoenix AC maintenance is performed by a licensed, insured and certified Phoenix air conditioning service center. Contact American Cooling and Heating to schedule a complete AC maintenance service call.

Evaporator Coils and the Split System

The typical central AC system operates as a split system. Thus the unit contains a “hot” side and a “cold” side. The “hot” side is positioned exterior to the home. The “cold” side is in the crawlspace, the attic or sometimes in an internal closet compartment. Core components within each unit section are as follows: 

  • Hot Side – Typically contains the condensing coil, the fan and the compressor, as well as various electrical switches and capacitors
  • Cold Side – Usually consist of a cold coil and an expansion valve, typically assembled as a sub-section of your air handler or furnace system. Home cooling occurs when the air handler forces air through the evaporator coils and then delivers that chilled air throughout your home duct system.

Evaporator Coils – The Process of Home Cooling in Action

Evaporators come in three general configurations: Cased, Uncased and Vertical. Correctly matching the evaporator coil to the specifications of your exact AC unit determines the efficiency and performance of the system. The condenser pipes, evaporator pipes, system ductwork and air handler work together to maximize and evenly distribute the cool air transfer of air throughout your home.

As air from the air handler or furnace passes over the pipes that make up the evaporator coil, heat is absorbed into the pipes. Cooled air is then delivered into the ducting system and distributed throughout the house. Refrigerant within the coils is returned to the external compressor, and then the process starts over again.

Assuming that all systems are evenly matched and working efficiency, the evaporator coil is kept slightly under the dew point but moderately cool. This causes it to condense water vapor from the processed air. The moisture is drained from the system. The cooled area of the home experiences a lower level of humidity.

For further information, read the AC&H detailed heating and cooling glossary.

Phoenix AC Service and Maintenance

Routine system check-ups and maintenance preserve the life of your Mesa air conditioning equipment. Evaporator coils can age, rust or wear down. Proactive system maintenance and upkeep of your Gilbert AC system assures you of efficient system performance, long-term reduction in your energy bill and increased durability of your Phoenix air conditioning equipment.

Homeowners can perform many of the basic heating and cooling maintenance procedures. However, cleaning your evaporator unit and your evaporator coils can result in a damaged system. Don’t make this a do-it-yourself solution without studying the process via a certified training manual.

For quality Phoenix AC installation or services, contact American Cooling and Heating. We are: 

  • Licensed
  • Insured
  • Bonded
  • Trained for the job
  • AND determined to provide superior customer service, including a complete and through heating and cooling maintenance program.

Make sure your home cooling system is performing at maximum capacity. Keep your evaporator coils clean and in peak condition. If the airflow is slow or less cool than it should be, you may need system maintenance right this moment. Call AC&H today. We offer 24-hour same day service.

 

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