DuAll Heating & Cooling Blog : Posts Tagged ‘Air Conditioning’

Is Your Air Conditioner in Need of Repair?

Monday, May 28th, 2018

ac-toolsIf so, then you really need to jump into action right away. The longer that you wait to do so, the worse off your air conditioner and your comfort, not to mention your budget, are likely to be. While we will admit that certain air conditioning problems are more serious than others, we don’t really agree that there is such a thing as a “minor” air conditioning problem? Why not? Because any problem with your air conditioning system is going to result in serious eventually.

The moment that you have any reason to suspect that there is a problem with your AC is the moment that you should be scheduling professional air conditioning repair in Bolingbrook, IL. Even those problem that you believe are “minor” enough to ignore are going to come back to bite you if they are not resolved promptly. This obviously begs the question of how you are supposed to recognize that there is trouble brewing with your system to begin with, though.

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Don’t Leave a Dirty Air Filter in Your AC

Monday, May 14th, 2018

man-with-filterIf you have visited this blog before, then you have likely seen us talking about just how important it is to schedule routine maintenance for your air conditioning system. If not, let us summarize—you need to schedule routine maintenance for your air conditioning system! That being said, while professional annual maintenance is a must, there is actually one very important maintenance task that you can and should handle on your own. That is changing your air filter.

We know that it may sound inconsequential, but trust us when we say that changing your air filter regularly is literally one of the best and most important things that you can do for your home cooling system. In today’s post, we are going to explore just why this is a little bit further. So read on, and let a member of our team know if you have any questions regarding how to change your air filter or which filter to use.

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Signs That You Have a Refrigerant Leak

Monday, April 30th, 2018

technician-workingWe pride ourselves on offering not only exceptional technical HVAC services, but outstanding customer service as well. A big part of doing so is simply being honest with our clients—though that is not always so simple for certain contractors out there. It is with this goal of honest communication in mind that we have to admit that there is no way to guarantee a problem-free experience with your AC. Even the best-maintained systems are going to run into trouble eventually.

One common instance of trouble—and a very serious one, at that—is the refrigerant leak. A proper refrigerant charge is absolutely integral to getting the outstanding performance that you deserve from your home cooling system. If you do have a leak, then you need prompt and professional air conditioning repair in Plainfield, IL. This begs the question of how you can spot a refrigerant leak. Well, we’ve got some tips to help you recognize the signs of trouble associated with the problem.

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How to Boost Cooling Efficiency

Monday, April 16th, 2018

There are a lot of different HVAC contractors in Plainfield, IL. Like any other industry, some of these contractors are great—like us. Others will do decent work. Then there are those that really cannot be trusted to complete the job properly and expertly, let alone to guide you through the process in an honest manner. We’re a business, and we need revenue to stay afloat and thrive. The way that we gain this revenue is not by selling pointless upgrades or new systems to homeowners that do not really need them, though.

Instead, we simply offer outstanding services at a fair price. It’s served us well thus far, and honesty is a cornerstone of our business philosophy. That is why we’re going to share some tips with you to help you boost energy efficiency in your home this summer. Now, upgrading your system to a high-efficiency model will have great results, but we know that not everyone can afford to do so. So we’ve put together some simpler tips to help you keep those cooling bills in check this season.

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Is This the Year I Replace My Air Conditioner?

Monday, March 19th, 2018

woman-with-electric-fanOkay, maybe that’s not the most dramatic internal thought that you’ve ever had—in fact, we kind of hope that it isn’t. It is one that you should start thinking about pretty seriously if you are considering a new air conditioner for the coming cooling season, though. Why is that? Because you don’t really want to be waiting for the cooling season to get underway before you decide to move forward with your air conditioning replacement.

Doing that leaves you open to a period of discomfort as you wait for your new system to be installed. It also means that you’ll be scheduling your installation/replacement for precisely the time of year when our AC technicians are at their busiest. It’s a big decision to make, but we’re happy to help you make it with well-earned confidence. So without further ado, here are some factors to consider regarding your upcoming air conditioning replacement in Romeoville, IL.

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HVAC FAQ: How Can I Boost Efficiency?

Monday, November 13th, 2017

money-houseEvery homeowner out there wants and, we believe, deserves to live comfortably. More than that, though, they deserve to live comfortably in an affordable. Unfortunately, this endeavor is sometimes more difficult than many homeowners first realize. There are a lot of factors that can influence the efficiency with which you heat and cool your home, and not always in the ways that you’d like. The good news? Our Plainfield, IL HVAC service technicians are here to help you heat and cool your home in a more affordable manner.

Now, you may be thinking that you’d like to boost energy efficiency, but you simply cannot afford to replace your HVAC system. There’s more good news, if this is your way of thinking. There are actually plenty of ways in which to improve upon heating and cooling efficiency that do not necessitate the installation of a new, more efficient system. That is obviously going to be an effective manner of doing so, but let’s first look at some alternatives.

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Don’t Let Dirty Coils Damage Your AC

Monday, October 2nd, 2017

AC-coilIf you take a look at the upcoming weather forecast, you will notice that there are not many warm days ahead of us. That does not mean, however, that you should ignore any signs of trouble with your air conditioning system, even this late in the game. Sure, we’re going to be turning to our heaters rather than our ACs before long, but you never know when you’ll need to cool down a bit on a random hot day.

Even if you do not run into an issue before the start of the heating season this year, we recommend that you file the following information away for cooling seasons to come. While many homeowners may not be particularly familiar with their air conditioner coils, these components play a vital role in the cooling of one’s home. Don’t let dirty coils impede your air conditioning in Naperville, IL. Read on to learn about how big of a problem dirty coils can really be.

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Why Are There Hot Spots in My Home?

Monday, August 21st, 2017

AC-Technician-at workThe whole point of using a whole-house cooling system — or a whole-house heating system, for that matter — is to maintain comfortable temperatures throughout your entire house efficient and conveniently. If you are walking through your home, only to discover that there are various hot spots sprinkled throughout it,  then there is a problem that needs to be addressed. What exactly that problem is can vary greatly,  though. If you want to resolve the issue successfully,  it is important that you know exactly what the root cause of the situation is.

Only trained professionals can do this with certainty. You may be dealing with a malfunctioning air conditioner, or the cause of the problem could be entirely outside of the AC itself.  Whatever the case, you can count on our technicians to get the bottom of things. Once we have, we can repair the system as needed or make recommendations for required services that are not in our wheelhouse. Get your air conditioner in Bolingbrook, IL back on track ASAP!

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Is My AC Leaking Refrigerant?

Monday, August 7th, 2017

AC-outdoor-unitHopefully not. There are a lot of different problems that can develop with any air conditioning system, but the refrigerant leak is one that tends to be quite serious. There are a few reasons for this. First of all, the effects of running an air conditioner that is low on refrigerant can be devastating to the system. Additionally, there is the fact that many homeowners don’t realize that there is a problem until it has been present for some time.

When that happens, the issue is given the opportunity necessary to really leave its mark. That is why it is so important that you understand some of the warning signs that you have a refrigerant leak on your hands. Acting fast can prove incredibly beneficial for your air conditioning system in Bolingbrook, IL. Read on, and be sure to let us know if you suspect that there is a problem of any kind with your home cooling system, refrigerant leak or otherwise. 

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My AC Has Sprung a Leak!

Monday, July 24th, 2017

HVAC-repair-technician-on-the-jobAir conditioners can develop leaks. Refrigerant leaks are, in fact, among the most serious of all problems that you may encounter with your home cooling system. However, air conditioners do not really leak water — at least not in the way that you may be thinking. After all, evaporative coolers aside, air conditioning systems don’t actually use water in their operation. They don’t have a water line supplying water to the cabinet. So why is there water surrounding your air conditioning system?

The good news is that you are not imagining the problem. There very well could be water surrounding your air conditioner in Bolingbrook, IL, and the AC cabinet could well be the source of that water. So where does this water come from, if you’re not really dealing with a water leak in the AC? That is exactly what we’re here to explore today. Read on, and remember that we are here to resolve any air conditioning problems that you may encounter.

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