Recent Posts in HVAC Maintenance Category
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Have You Scheduled Your Furnace Maintenance Yet?
Posted By 72 Degrees Air Conditioning & HeatingHalloween is almost upon us, which means the frigid temperatures of winter are just around the corner. Is your furnace ready to handle the work load? If you haven’t scheduled your annual maintenance service yet, it may not be, and that can mean some serious headaches are ahead as well! An annual maintenance service performed by one of the Fredericksburg heating and cooling experts from 72 Degrees ...Continue Reading -
Why is Water Leaking From My Air Conditioner?
Posted By 72 Degrees Air Conditioning & HeatingHave you ever walked by your air conditioner and noticed that it’s leaking water? What about taken a look at it and noticed that there’s a stream of small droplets coming out of your system? While this causes a lot of homeowners to panic and think something has gone catastrophically wrong with their air conditioner, the truth is there’s no need to overreact. Water coming from your air conditioner ...Continue Reading -
Don't Forget Your HVAC System When Selling Your Home!
Posted By 72 Degrees Air Conditioning & HeatingWhen the time comes to sell your home, you’ll likely do everything in your power to prep it to show well and attract potential buyers to make an offer. However, we see far too many people forget about an extremely important part of their home that almost any buyer is going to be concerned about: their heating and cooling system. When it comes to deal-breakers for potential buyers, few factors can ...Continue Reading -
Five Air Conditioning Enemies You Need to Be Aware Of
Posted By 72 Degrees Air Conditioning & HeatingYou depend on your air conditioner to keep you cool when summer cranks up the temperature, and that means you likely want to take care to protect and preserve it. However, your air conditioner could also face any one of a number of different “enemies” every single day. What do these enemies have in common? Simple: you might not expect them or realize just how damaging they could be to your system. ...Continue Reading -
Why Spring is the Best Time for A/C Maintenance
Posted By 72 Degrees Air Conditioning & HeatingSpringtime is upon us! Soon the weather will be warming up, plants will be coming back to life, and you’ll be trading out your winter coats for shorts and t-shirts as summer approaches. What that also means is it’s only a matter of time before rising temperatures will have you rushing to your thermostat and firing up your air conditioner to stay cool comfortable in your home. Is your air ...Continue Reading -
Why is Freon So Expensive?
Posted By 72 Degrees Air Conditioning & HeatingIf you’ve ever found yourself in need of a minor repair for an older air conditioning and heating system, you may have been shocked and baffled when your technician handed you their price quote. How in the world could something as simple as a recharge be so expensive? The answer to this is fairly simple: if you have an older system, it might run on R-22 Freon refrigerant, which now runs anywhere ...Continue Reading -
Can I Install a Heat Pump Myself?
Posted By 72 Degrees Air Conditioning & HeatingBoth your air conditioner and heater depend on a lot of different parts to work properly in order to provide you with the warm or cool air you need. However, perhaps no part is more important than your heat pump. When your heat pump breaks down, neither your heater nor your air conditioner will work properly. In order to save money when this happens, you might be tempted to ask whether you can ...Continue Reading -
What Makes the AC Filter So Dirty?
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Responsible homeowners understand the importance of replacing their HVAC system filters on schedule. However, there may be occasions when they need to be changed sooner. If you check your air filter once it’s time to replace it and notice that it is completely covered in dust, hair, and other particles, there are several common causes. The following are some common reasons why an air filter will ...
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Saving Money on Your Monthly Energy Bill
Posted By 72 DegreesOne of the things we dread getting in the mail every month is the energy bill. Whether you’re blasting your air conditioning during the hot summer months or submersing yourself in the indoor heat when it’s cold winter, you run the risk of having to pay an expensive amount of energy to enjoy comfort in your own home. Fortunately, there are a variety of ways you can reduce your bills. Common energy ...Continue Reading -
Is My HVAC System Making My Allergies Worse?
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While the arrival of spring is associated with blossoming flowers and trees, as well as warmer weather, it is also the beginning of allergy season. Many airborne particles such as pollen, dust mites, mold, and pet dander float around, making it troublesome for those with allergies to breathe normally and comfortably. These particles can result in individual suffering from itchy throat, itchy eyes, ...
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Why is My Heating Bill So High?
Posted By 72 DegreesDuring the cold, winter months, the heating bill often comes at a high cost in order to maintain a comfortable temperature throughout your home. In many cases, the heating bill is high due to constant use, continuously adjusting of the thermostat, or having an inefficient furnace. Fortunately, there are effective ways to reduce your energy intake and save money. The following are helpful tips for ...Continue Reading -
Taking Care of the Heart of Your Home - Your HVAC Unit
Posted By 72 DegreesFebruary is not just the month of Valentine’s Day, but it is also National Heart Month. Just like it is important to maintain a healthy lifestyle to take care of your heart to make sure you live a long life, the same goes for your HVAC unit . It is easy to think that your systems will run properly all on their own, but it is important to keep a few things in mind to help ensure that your HVAC ...Continue Reading
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