What Most People Don’t Know About Ventilation Systems
Cool air feels darn good, especially when strolling in to escape the blazing summer sun. But unfortunately, it also costs an arm and a leg when it comes time to pay that dreaded electricity bill, […]
Fact or Fiction: 3 Urban Legends for Lowering Your Cooling Costs
If you’re like most families, you will try almost anything to lower your monthly energy bill. With the cost of energy and temperatures soaring, people are in cold sweats trying to find more efficient ways […]
The Effect of Rain on an Air Conditioning Unit
It has been an unseasonably wet summer this year in the Southeast. First, we had Tropical Storm Andrea drop as much as 7 inches of rain in metro-Atlanta and surrounding areas, and on top […]
Getting the Most Out of Your Air Conditioning Unit
Just over a year ago to date, Atlanta and much of Georgia experienced its worst heat wave in almost a century. On Sunday, July 1st, 2012, the National Weather Service recorded a temperature of 105 […]
Study of Low Energy Cooling Techniques for Office Buildings
The cost of heating and cooling an office space can be a heavy burden for a business, especially in warmer climates where summer temperatures can easily top 100 degrees Fahrenheit—or 37 degrees Celsius in Europe, […]
How To Tell It’s Time to Replace Your AC Air Filter
Most air filter manufacturers recommend replacing a standard home filter (1-3 inches thick) every 30-60 days. While this is a great rule to follow in general, not every home is the same. Your home likely […]
The Urban Heat Island Effect: Why Cities Are Warmer Than Rural Areas
It’s been over two centuries since the first scientist began studying the link between metropolitan areas and warmer temperatures. Since then, technology has allowed researchers to gather visual confirmation of old theories, proving that cities […]
AC Unit Warning Signs: When You Need to Call a Repairman
There are a handful of simple air conditioner maintenance tasks that don’t necessarily require professional expertise, like replacing an air filter, clearing away obstructions from vents, or fixing a small rattling noise cause by a […]