Natal's Air Conditioning, Plumbing & Electrical Blog: Archive for the ‘Air Conditioning Posts’ Category

Why Does a Heat Pump Need Professional Maintenance Twice in a Year?

Monday, July 8th, 2024

If you have a heat pump, you may have heard the recommendation that the system requires service twice each year, compared to the standard once each year with other types of HVAC units. This is because a heat pump is operating around the clock all year.

You can keep reading to learn why biannual maintenance is so important for your heat pump, including some of the risks that you take on when you skip out on the maintenance appointment. When you’re ready, you can give our team a call to schedule your heat pump service in Kenner.

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AC Maintenance: The Secret to Preventing Surprise Repairs

Monday, June 24th, 2024

Did you know that regular air conditioning maintenance is how you can prevent surprise problems with your air conditioner like a sudden breakdown? It’s true! Both homeowner and professional maintenance play a key role in how well your air conditioner operates over its lifespan.

In between annual AC maintenance appointments with our experts, you can always give us a call if you notice anything out of the ordinary and suspect that you need AC repair in Metairie. Keep reading to learn more about why maintenance for your air conditioner is so crucial for keeping it running without any major problems.

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Risks of Putting Off an AC Repair Appointment

Monday, May 27th, 2024

It’s easy to think that you can wait a few weeks or a month or even a few months to address an AC problem if your air conditioner is still operational. But the longer you put off addressing an AC repair need, the worse that the problem will get.

You can keep reading to learn more about what happens when you put off AC repair needs and why you want to schedule service with our team sooner rather than later. Then give our team a call to schedule your Slidell air conditioning repair now instead of waiting any longer.

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Ways a Ceiling Fan Improves AC Efficiency

Monday, May 13th, 2024

Ceiling fans are great to have for airflow in your home. But they are more than just a neat little perk. Instead, they can actually make a huge difference in how your home feels year-round. In fact, ceiling fans can boost air conditioner efficiency and help you save money on your monthly energy costs.

If you don’t already have ceiling fans in your home, you can give our team a call for a ceiling fan installation in Kenner. You can also keep reading to learn more about the benefits of ceiling fans and how they can improve the comfort levels of your home.

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Why Should You Clean Your Condensate Drain Line With Vinegar?

Monday, April 15th, 2024

You may or may not know about the important role that your condensate drain line plays in keeping your air conditioner working at its best. Cleaning out the condensate drain line each month with vinegar is one of the best maintenance steps you can complete for your AC. Neglecting the condensate drain line can mean that you are left calling our team to schedule an appointment for AC repair in New Orleans.

Either way we are always here to help, whether it is answering your questions, providing maintenance, or completing repairs. You can keep reading to learn more about the importance of rinsing out your condensate drain line and how this maintenance step can help your air conditioner operate efficiently.

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Repair vs. Replace? Let’s Talk About Your Air Conditioning System

Monday, September 4th, 2023

There are times when it is very clear that you need to repair your air conditioner, and other times when it is very clear that you need to replace it. There’s also a gray area when you may be wondering whether a repair is worth it or you should replace your unit instead. 

Our team is here to take the guesswork out of deciding between AC repair and AC replacement. You can give us a call to schedule installation or air conditioning repair in Metairie, LA. In the meantime, you can keep reading to learn more about how to decide what to do with your air conditioner as it ages.

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Warning Sounds From Your AC

Monday, August 21st, 2023
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There are several ways that your air conditioning system can send up a flare warning you that it’s malfunctioning. One of the most common is strange noises.

Modern air conditioners are designed to run at low sound volumes, producing a gentle white noise. If you hear an odd sound interrupt that white noise, or any noise that’s louder than normal, it’s a good idea to check into it. In many cases, you’ll need to have HVAC professionals inspect the system and see if it needs targeted repairs. 

Below is a list of the most common warning sounds you might hear from your AC. If you notice any of these, reach out for professional air conditioning repair in Kenner, LA from our team. Fast action can help prevent an emergency breakdown and stop your AC from wasting power.

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Is Your AC Working, But Not Working Well Enough?

Monday, August 7th, 2023
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It makes sense that if you have a central air conditioning system, it will lower the temperature in your house to a comfortable one whenever the outdoor heat starts to rise. That’s why you have an air conditioner.

So if your air conditioning system is running and pushing out cool air from the vents, but your home still feels too hot or there are rooms that are much hotter than the rest of the house, it’s a problem you’ll want fixed. You can rely on our expert service for air conditioning repair in New Orleans, LA when you’ve got an AC that’s falling down on the job.

Below, we’ll look at some common causes for an underperforming AC.

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Water Leaking From Your AC … What’s Going On?

Monday, July 24th, 2023
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If you know anything about how a standard central air conditioning system works, you know that it doesn’t use water to cool down the air. So if an AC doesn’t use water, why are you seeing water dripping from your indoor HVAC cabinet and pooling on the floor?

This isn’t something you want to happen with your AC. We’ll explain what might be happening and why it usually calls for professional repairs. We’ve been serving the Big Easy with AC service since 1974, so when you need air conditioning repair in Metairie, LA for a leaky unit or anything else, we’re the experts to call.

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How Much Should AC Repair Cost?

Monday, June 26th, 2023

The one most prohibitive factor of an air conditioning repair is the cost. Think about it. If this kind of work were free, wouldn’t everyone get it at their earliest convenience? The major thing that keeps people stressed out or up at night is the fact that it’s going to cost some hard-earned money to get your AC repaired.

We get it. We wish we could offer this kind of work for free, but then we’d be out of business and you’d have to find a less trustworthy professional to help you. And, to make things more complicated, we can’t give you exact numbers on how much your AC repair will cost until we diagnose it ourselves. There are many factors that can make an AC repair complicated, which then increases the cost.

What we can do is talk about how much is too much for AC repair in Jefferson, LA. If you’re experiencing some of the following problems, then you might be in better shape if you call us and speak to a professional directly.

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