With the rising temperatures of summer hitting the Charlotte area already, our air conditioning units are starting to work overtime to keep homes and offices cool. In order to beat the heat, many people assume the best option is to adjust the thermostat to below-freezing temperatures and just let the air conditioner run. However, if you want to save money on your energy costs during the brutal triple-digit heat that is sure to hit any day now, it’s important to remember some conservation tips when operating your air condition.

First, try not to set the threshold too low on your thermostat. For every degree you drop the temperature in your home below 78⁰, you increase your cooling costs exponentially. By keeping your house cooled to no less than 72⁰, you can save a great deal of money while maintaining a comfortable home environment.

To ensure the greatest efficiency from your air conditioning unit, inspect both the indoor and outdoor units. It is important that the indoor coil is cleaned because it is a magnet for dust, which, when left unchecked, can lead to poor operation. Our Charlotte HVAC technicians can inspect and clean both indoor air conditioner coils and check for dirt build-up on outdoor coils to assure you save on energy costs by having the most efficient A/C service possible.

One way to keep cooling costs at a minimum is to sufficiently shade east and west facing windows in your home. This will keep too much sun (and therefore, radiant heat) from seeping into your home and forcing the air conditioner to work harder to cool the space. Also, try not to run bathroom or kitchen fans or a dehumidifier at the same time you have the A/C blowing. Each of these activities adds to the cooling load.

If you think your air conditioning system could be running more efficiently or you aren’t satisfied with the cost of your energy bills, call your local Charlotte area air conditioning technicians for a service call, and start saving money while also assuring a longer lifespan for your A/C unit.

Asthma. Respiratory allergies. Sinus infections. Mold. These are just a few of the potential consequences that could reveal themselves as a result of unclean air ducts. Your air ducts are a complex system of tubes that allow air to travel throughout your home. They are typically located within your ceiling, walls, and even your floor.

The key is to not let a dirty air duct problem get out-of-hand. Our Charlotte Air Conditioning experts can make your illness-inducing air ducts look they were just installed.

Whether your air ducts should be cleaned often depends on a few factors. Have you just purchased a new home? Did you just make renovations? Does someone in your house smoke? Do you have hair or dander-shedding pets? Have you had AC water damage? Do residents of your house have allergies? All of these factors can relate to the frequency that you should be having routine duct cleaning performed on your AC system.

When we clean your air ducts, we will not only vaccuum away any residue, we will sanitize them with antibacterial and antimicrobial solutions, ensuring the air you breathe inside your home is to a safe and healthy standard. We will make sure that your air ducts don’t look like the pictured ducts, but rather a natural reflective silver.

For professional air duct cleaning service and unimaginable results, call our Charlotte NC cooling company for a free estimate.

Dealing with an AC problem? Wanted to get your air conditioner serviced in the spring, but put it off, and now you’re dealing with an AC issue in sticky summer torment? Just like you have your HVAC system serviced in the fall to ensure efficient heating for the colder months, your air conditioning unit should be inspected and serviced by a professional Charlotte Air Conditioning Company every spring to ensure it runs well throughout the summer months.

Having your air conditioner serviced in the spring will give our Charlotte HVAC service technicians enough time to make any necessary repairs to your AC unit and have it ready to go by the time summer heat rolls around. Our quality inspection will ensure that the AC is draining correctly and the condensing unit is working as intended. Our Charlotte AC technician may also need to clean the inside of the unit, vacuuming away leaves, dirt, and other debris.

Our inspections also include checking wiring for fire hazards, checking the Freon (coolant) levels, and cleaning the condensation line. Our Charlotte AC Repair technician may also be able to suggest upgrades to your unit, if it looks like your AC unit is not providing you with efficient cooling.

Having a professional Charlotte HVAC technician inspect, and potentially repair, your air conditioning unit will guarantee that you will have a comfortable summer. When you’re running at maximum efficiency, you will be surprised by lower bills and you’ll have peace of mind that it will last you through the hot Charlotte summers.