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Replace or Repair? Is it time to Replace or Repair my Air Conditioning system? There have been so many advances in the manufacturing of air conditioners in the past decade from SEER ratings to the addition of clean air products that remove pollutants and improve air quality. But, how do you know whether you simply need to repair a problem with your A/C unit or if it is time to replace your air conditioner with a newer hi-efficiency one? At Freedom Air & Heat, we can provide you with a comprehensive Air Conditioner Repair vs. Replace Worksheet that will give you all of the details you need to make this difficult decision. If your AC system does need to be replaced we have selected only the premier equipment for our customers. However, that does not necessarily mean the most expensive. We carefully match your comfort needs with the appropriate A/C units that results in the best possible home comfort. Contact Freedom Air & Heat, Inc. today for a home and system evaluation, and more information on the full line of Air Conditioning & Heating products we offer. 2. Q: My allergies seem to bother me a lot at home. What can I do? 3. Q: What are the benefits of an air filtration system? 4. Q: Why should I replace my working furnace or air conditioner? Click Here for more Information.
Replace or Repair? Is it time to Replace or Repair my Air Conditioning system? There have been so many advances in the manufacturing of air conditioners in the past decade from SEER ratings to the addition of clean air products that remove pollutants and improve air quality. But, how do you know whether you simply need to repair a problem with your A/C unit or if it is time to replace your air conditioner with a newer hi-efficiency one? At Freedom Air & Heat, we can provide you with a comprehensive Air Conditioner Repair vs. Replace Worksheet that will give you all of the details you need to make this difficult decision. If your AC system does need to be replaced we have selected only the premier equipment for our customers. However, that does not necessarily mean the most expensive. We carefully match your comfort needs with the appropriate A/C units that results in the best possible home comfort. Contact Freedom Air & Heat, Inc. today for a home and system evaluation, and more information on the full line of Air Conditioning & Heating products we offer. 5. Q: How do I know what size air conditioner to get? 6. Q: Why is my unit icing-up? Why am I getting such little air flow from my registers? 7. Q: The system is running but the air is not very cold, what's wrong? 8. Q: Inside unit is running but the outside unit is not, what's up? 9. Q. How often should we replace the HVAC system filter? The best reminder is when you pay your electric bill (monthly). A clogged filter can drastically increase your bill. In some locations (like Central Florida) the cooling system might be in use more than four months of the year – to keep heat and humidity under control. If your house is in such a hot and humid location, you should pay a lot more attention to your filter than in an area where the air conditioning is seldom used. The same logic applies to heating. If the heat is used only on especially cold days during the three or so months of winter, then filters would be checked less often. Start by checking the HVAC system’s filters at least once a month. Hold the used filter up to the light and compare it to a clean "spare." When light is obscured by captured dust and dirt particles, the old filter should be changed. Keep a record for one year and then replace the filter on that basis. At a minimum, it is always a good idea to change filters at the start of the heating and cooling seasons and then in between according to observed need. Click Here for more Information on replacing filters.
Filtered Air • Several types of air filters are available to help your home’s air stay cleaner — and keep you healthier. • Disposable filters are the most common type, and while they are readily available and inexpensive, they are not as effective as other filter types. • Electrostatic filters actually attract particles to their surface much like a magnet, increasing their efficiency. • The most effective filters are Carrier Infinity Air Purifiers. They capture and kill even the smallest contaminates to deliver the cleanest possible indoor air. • Consider your options, choose the filter type that works best in your home, and keep your family breathing easy. And remember, at Freedom Air & Heat, we’re always here to help with your indoor air quality needs. 10. Q: I get funny odors when I run my AC unit 11. Q: Why are some rooms cooler than others? Click Here for more Information.
My A/C unit seems to work in some rooms better than others. How come? There are several reasons for this and one is simply the laws of nature. Now that you’ve settled into your new home, you may have noticed that some rooms will occasionally be hotter or cooler than others. Your upstairs bedroom may take longer to cool in the hot Orlando summer, or the kitchen may be chillier in the winter. Don’t worry! There may not be anything wrong with your air conditioning system. If your home is multi-level, you will naturally experience the effect of warm air rising to the upper level and cooler air falling to the lower. In addition, solar gain can cause temperatures to rise in certain rooms. This is definitely the case in rooms with west-facing windows during the late afternoon. But, Brevard weather & forces of nature are not the only factors that will raise your home’s indoor temperature. Cooking and showering will cause the humidity of your home to increase. Even without a raise in temperature, higher levels of humidity can cause you to feel warmer and uncomfortable. While the laws of nature (and the law of teenagers blow drying hair & taking long showers) may be out of your control, you can use your home’s air conditioning system to improve the situation. By adjusting or closing registers that are too cool in summer or too warm in the winter, you can divert conditioned air to rooms where you need it the most. By making the laws of nature work for you, you should be able to achieve even, comfortable temperatures in every room of your home. Contact Freedom Air & Heat today for a home and system evaluation, and more information on the full line of Air Conditioning & Heating services we offer. 12. Q: What's the difference between Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps? During the summer months, a heat pump draws heat out of your home to cool it. In the winter, it draws heat from outside air into your home to warm it (even though air may be cold in the winter, there is heat in the air). If you are located in an area where the winter temperature is usually 40 degrees or above (like Central Florida), a heat pump can more efficiently heat your home than an electric furnace. Click here for additional information on A/C & Heat Pumps.
What's the difference between Air Conditioners & Heat Pumps? Heat Pump During the summer months, a heat pump draws heat out of your home to cool it. In the winter, it draws heat from outside air into your home to warm it (even though air may be cold in the winter, there is heat in the air). If you are located in an area where the winter temperature is usually 40 degrees or above, a heat pump can more efficiently heat your home than an electric furnace. Air Conditioner When the air conditioner is properly matched with a furnace or air handler, you get maximum efficiency and longer system life. Air conditioning and cooling efficiency is measured using a Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER). A higher SEER means higher energy efficiency. The latest standard for minimum SEER is 13 (beginning January 2006).
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