Did you Know? The purpose of an Air Filter inside your heating and Air Conditioner is to protect the HVAC equipment, not necessarily there to improve air quality. With today’s advancements, this is no longer the case with high-efficiency media air filters. Air filters are based on their (MERV) rating. (Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value). The […]
Here in San Diego, we have many homes with zoning systems (This is a feature you can design for your home that allows the system to cool/heat individual rooms/zones using controls and electronic dampers). This can be an excellent solution for comfort, energy savings, and reduced run time. On the other side of the coin, […]
this is a new standard, it will increase the service calls and it's going to cost you more money. Technology is very useful when used correctly, with the advancement there are new processes and procedures. A lot of the variable speed motors have up to 15 profiles that help create a perfect flow rate(velocity) and […]
Start-up and commissioning is the most crucial aspect of a new installation/replacement of a major component. Although this can be performed in many ways, there are steps and processes to ensure you get the most out of the parts and equipment. Much like anything else, a poor install can lead to property damage, poor equipment […]
Short cycling is a term used when a compressor turns on and off in a short amount of time. There are some effects to the compressor every time it has to start, not only will it raise the amount of electricity being used but it also heats up the internal components of the compressor. This […]
Most of the time, the mechanical components in our AC/HEATING units just need some of some old fashion cleaning. Sometimes units are located in areas where there is: dirt vegetation dryer vents high traffic area All of these play a toll on the condition of the coil and the ability to cool efficiently. In most situations, a domino effect, stressing the other components. It may not be an […]
I can’t tell you how important it is to service your equipment. Not only can you reduce your energy consumption, but a poorly maintained system carries adverse effects. For instance, a dirty unit will affect the ability to properly cool. The other aspect of the maintenance of the unit is keeping a baseline on the […]
The client called us hoping to find a solution to cool his downstairs living area. They had just added an ac system for there home but were not able to find a way to get the new system to cool the downstairs. Most of the homes in San Diego have rooms like these that were […]
