July 26, 2013
When to Replace Your Ducts
Replacing the ducts in your home can sometimes be more cost efficient than duct cleaning. Here are some signs that your ducts need replacing!
Continue ReadingJuly 5, 2013
The Importance of Matching Your Indoor and Outdoor Units
For both efficiency and long-term cost, it is important to match your indoor and your outdoor HVAC unit!
Continue ReadingJune 14, 2013
3 Tips for Staying Cool While Saving Energy and Money
It’s official: summer is here! It won’t be long before the sweltering heat has you running to your air-conditioned home for cover. For many people, this idea is one that incites fear of large energy bills. Fear not! Here are some tips for keeping your home cool this summer without breaking the bank. Close Your Windows: It may seem counterintuitive, but on hot summer days, opening the windows will often...
View Article Continue ReadingMay 17, 2013
The Importance of an AC Tune-up
According to www.energystar.gov, a yearly tune-up of your heating and cooling system can improve efficiency and comfort and pre-season check-ups can prevent future problems and unwanted costs. While there are certainly some steps that you can and should take to maintain your air conditioning system, such as regularly changing or cleaning the filters, it’s best to leave the tune-up process to a qualified HVAC professional. A trained air conditioning specialist...
View Article Continue ReadingMay 10, 2013
Why a System Doesn’t Perform As it Should
As we’re inching closer to summer it’s time to start thinking more about your A/C system. Improperly sized equipment can greatly effect your comfort levels as well as your operating costs. Beat the heat this summer and address these problems BEFORE A/C season begins! Al, the owner of Alps Air Conditioning & Heating, and his family are here to help!
Continue ReadingMay 3, 2013
What Will It Cost to Install a New HVAC System?
You may have noticed your heating or air conditioning unit isn’t performing up to its usual standard. As you work to keep your home comfortable, you know it’s only a matter of time before you’ll need to replace your system. “So how much does it cost?” That’s the number one question a person asks when contemplating replacing their HVAC system. Many companies will give you a quote without even taking...
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Things You Can Do Before Calling For Service
Before spending money to have your HVAC unit serviced, Joey explains some steps you can take to see that your unit is really in need of service. If you find that your unit is still malfunctioning, that’s when it’s time to give a contractor like Alps a call.
Continue ReadingApril 19, 2013
Preparing for High Use AC Season
Gearing up for summer? Be sure your air conditioning unit is prepared! Preventative maintenance will have your unit running at its maximum efficiency level and will safeguard against system malfunctions.
Continue ReadingApril 12, 2013
Spring Cleaning for Your HVAC System
Spring has sprung and summer is just around the corner! Time to do a little spring cleaning, including the cleaning and maintenance of your HVAC system. OCHA (The Occupational Safety & Health Administration) suggests cleaning and disinfecting your system at least twice a year. If you use your unit heavily year-round then quarterly cleanings are recommended. The best time to clean your system is right before the heavy cooling season....
View Article Continue ReadingMarch 29, 2013
Minimizing Water Problems in Your AC System
There’s a lot that goes into conditioning the air in your home. Controlling the temperature and humidity is a detailed job. Your air conditioning unit removes water from the air using a cooling coil and drains it using the condensate drain line. If there is a problem with the line and the water does not drain, the excess water can cause damage. Oftentimes water damage can go unnoticed as the...
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