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Tips To Help You Resolve Common Cooling Problems and Common Heating Problems

Written by American Cooling And Heating on . Posted in AC Repair.

The Certainty of Air Conditioning Repairs

Air conditioning breakdowns typically come during times of severe need , but such is the order of the mechanical universe. Nothing ever breaks when the timing is great. Otherwise, automobiles would only breakdown at the garage. Lawnmowers would only crack a casing after the last cut of the season. And air conditioning, heat pumps or furnaces would only fail during the minimum-need temperatures of the season.

Here are some common cooling and common heating problems that you can remedy yourself.

When Air Conditioners Provide Poor or Zero Cooling

For poor or zero cooling, you can try these four common fixes associated with air conditioning:

  1. Thermostat Settings – Homeowners sometimes disable the automatic thermostat control settings, especially when heat pumps are involved. During the winter, someone may set the system on forced electric heat. Come summer, the cooling stage must be enabled. Also check to ensure that the fan is set on auto and that the temperature is set to a reasonable level suited to the season.
  2. Circuit Breakers – When systems overheat, it can force the air conditioning or heat pump circuit breakers to trip. After resetting, be sure to check for smoke, unusual sounds or extreme heat coming from the external units.
  3. System Freeze – When an air conditioning unit is forced to labor beyond the expected time frames, freezing may occur. If your indoor fan is functioning without throwing an adequate air flow, check for frozen coils. Set the thermostat above current temperatures. Let the system remain in shutdown mode for several hours. Use the time to clean the air filters.
  4. Yearly Reoccurrence of System Freezes – Most likely your air conditioning system or heat pump unit is insufficient for your home; however, you might want to investigate the insulation above your ceilings, below your floors and in the walls.

When Furnaces or Heat Pumps Provide Poor or Zero Heating

Common heating problems can be similar to common cooling problems. Here are four possible reasons that your furnace or heat pump fails to function correctly:

  1. Thermostat or Circuit Breaker Problems – Apply the same check and solutions as those pertaining to cooling problems. Just adjust to approach to match heating rather than cooling.
  2. Broken Wiring – Note: For broken high-voltage electric lines, contact your electrician or your heating and cooling expert. That said: thermostat wires are easier to repair. Animals and/or falling debris can dislodge, cut or break your thermostat wiring at the source of connection to your heat pump or your furnace. Inspect and correct as needed.
  3. Closed Gas or Fuel Valves – If you just purchased an older home and the inside fuel lines are closed, determine the cause before attempting to reopen the flow. If the external lines are closed, call the gas company or your local HVAC repair center.
  4. Restricted Airflow – Start by replacing the air filters. Also check and clean the coils on inside units. If using a heat pump, check and clean the coils on the external unit.

Dealing With Not-So-Common Cooling and Heating Problems

Sometimes you can’t fix it yourself. When capacitors, fan motors or compressors go bad, most homeowners are forced to call upon a local HVAC service center. Yet locating a reliable air conditioning repair company is much like searching for an auto mechanic. You want straight-forward answers and honest prices without any haggling. And you want someone who really seems to care about your heating and cooling problems.

Here are four tips to help you choose the right home heating and cooling expert:

  1. Ask for evidence of current licenses and insurances
  2. Make sure the company is Bonded
  3. Get and follow-up on references
  4. Check the BBB reports.

Conclusion

Fixing common heating and common cooling problems is not difficult. However, most HVAC equipment breakdowns turn out to be a bit more major than expected. It never hurts to handle a few things on your own, but be prepared to call for help when help is necessary.

Industry-leading A/C Service Expert in Arizona, American Cooling and Heating, Provides Tips for Surviving in a Global Warming Environment

Written by American Cooling And Heating on . Posted in Air Conditioning.

Environmental Study Declares Arizona the Fastest-Warming State; American Cooling and Heating Provides Tips On How To Live Comfortably and Safely in a Warming World – Especially When AZ is Getting the Worst of It

Recent studies are supporting what many local homeowners have been talking about lately. Record temperatures are breaking out all over the Earth. If even the ice caps at the top of the world are melting, imagine what could happen in Arizona, many residents reason. Current news items have many local homeowners and climate experts worried. NASA recently released results of their analysis of US global surface temperatures, showing that since the year 2000, we’ve had nine of the 10 warmest years ever recorded. A new study from ClimateCentral.org more specifically declares that Arizona is leading the pack of US states, racing toward global warming and more extreme weather at the highest speed of all.

The experts at American Cooling and Heating feel that no matter their individual stance on the political side of global warming, Phoenix and Scottsdale residents are rightly concerned about the future. Debates about whether humans are to blame for global warming aside, the earth is getting warmer and climate changes are always happening. We can’t count on the trend reversing itself any time soon.

It’s clear that we must adapt. For local residents who have been wondering about things like: Will we in the southwestern US keep getting hotter and drier year by year without relief? How can we adapt to more extreme weather? How can we help counteract the effects on our health? How can we preserve the environment? Will our budget survive as costs continually rise for natural gas, electricity and water.

Preparing for extreme weather

American Cooling and Heating provides local homeowners with a plan to deal with weather challenges while keeping their home environment comfortable and safe. These greater Phoenix area HVAC experts offer the following tips to help residents cope:

** Maintain existing A/C systems with annual professional service while planning for possible cooling system upgrades or replacement. As the professionals at American Cooling and Heating explain: “Annual or semi-annual preventive maintenance– and the equipment inspection that goes along with it, is crucial to help catch any impending safety or health issues like electrical problems, gas leaks or fire dangers. Proper maintenance service also extends the life of home comfort equipment and preserves its performance, keeping monthly operating costs (energy bills) as low as possible.” Moving into a new house, have the home comfort system inspected with a maintenance visit from an HVAC/R contractor before using your system or when planning to begin using it again after long disuse during winter months, for example.

** Consider upgrading the central air conditioner’s air handler or evaporator coil to enhance energy-efficiency and comfort. After assessing the condition of your system, the professionals at American Cooling and Heating can recommend compatible components from their supply of quality, industry-leading brands to upgrade your system.

** Evaluate the pros and cons of purchasing a new, highly efficient, central air conditioning system. The latest energy- and money-saving air conditioning technology is light-years ahead of systems on the market just a few year ago, generally resulting in long-term cost savings to homeowners. The professionals at American Cooling And Heating can provide individualized help to determine the return on new-system investment for local residents, taking into account their home’s construction, size and other specific factors. They can also factor in the cost of any needed cooling system repairs against using the funds toward a new system.

** Think about a heat pump for year-round home comfort and dependability. Although they’re called heat pumps, these refrigeration units provide some of the most efficient home cooling out there, since they operate by transferring heat rather than generating it. Although they provide great energy savings, there’s no compromise in home comfort with heat pump units. In cold weather, heat pumps can reverse their heat transfer process, providing economical heating that easily handles mild winters like ours.

** Prepare for new, more environmentally-friendly refrigerant. The local air conditioning experts explain that A/C replacement has taken on a new urgency with the imminent phase-out of R22 freon refrigerant, on which most existing cooling systems currently depend. Switching to a new air conditioning system will avoid the possibility of inconvenient R22 shortages and price hikes as it becomes scarce.

** Don’t miss out on the latest state and local power company incentives and government tax credits for the most energy-efficient products. These programs make new systems affordable and help recoup the costs of a new system quickly.

** Call for quick assistance from the local HVAC experts at American Cooling and Heating whenever necessary. In an emergency, their 24-hour Repair and Installation Service Teams are on standby to get to greater Phoenix area homes and businesses quickly when the need arises. The company’s highly skilled quick response teams help ensure the uninterrupted operation of essential cooling, refrigeration, ventilation (and heating) systems in the event of extreme weather or sudden breakdown.

Arizona Air Conditioning Service Center For AC Repair And AC Installation

American Cooling and Heating wants to make sure people have all the information needed to prepare for future heat waves, as well as energy and water shortages – without blowing their household budgets. Concerned homeowners are invited to bring their questions to the company for individualized options and advice. American Cooling and Heating— serving Arizona 24/7, 365, for the past 20 years.

Arizona Air Conditioning System Maintenance

Written by American Cooling And Heating on . Posted in Air Conditioning, Heating, Maintenance.

There are many important reasons for having Heating and Air Conditioning System Maintenance performed.

Heating and Air Conditioning Systems can fail due to a lack of maintenance and this typically happens when you need to depend on the system working. This can cause something as minor as inconvenience or can put people with health related problems at great risk.

If your system is past its prime or even if it’s brand new take advantage of the energy efficiency gains made and avoid costs of premature failures by having maintenance performed annually. A licensed HVAC Contractor can visit your home and evaluate your Heating and Air Conditioning System and advise you of its condition.

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Summer Is Here In AZ! Its A/C Time Again!

Written by American Cooling And Heating on . Posted in Cooling Tips.

The heat is on…. If you haven’t had Air Conditioning or Heat Pump system service yet this year then the time is now before the temperature increases. A system that is not maintained properly can lead to premature component failure and abnormal wear and tear. You need to depend upon your HVAC system when you need it, a failure due to lack of maintenance is costly and definitely not convenient. Contact us to set up maintenance for your Air Conditioning or Heat Pump system and get your system ready for the abuse that this summer will certainly dish out. A full system maintenance can help save your Air Conditioning or Heat Pump system from unnecessary failures.

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