As we head into fall, you may find your current thermostat lacking, especially if it is a dial or slide type of thermostat. It is very hard to achieve the control you need with an outdated thermostat like these, but there is a solution: allow the HVAC experts from Downtown Air and Heat to upgrade your thermostat. You may not think an updated thermostat has all that much to offer, but let us show you how a new thermostat can help with both your cooling and heating in Orlando.
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October 19th, 2015Is Your Air Conditioner at the End of Its Tenure?
October 12th, 2015As summer winds down here in Orlando, you may have come to realize that your current AC may not have another cooling season in it. However, this can be hard to admit if the unit is still running and providing you with at least some relief from the heat. However, just because your air conditioner is running doesn’t mean it is running well or that it isn’t time for replacement. Here are some key factors to weigh when deciding whether or not it is time to upgrade to a new AC before next cooling season:
Why Would I Need Duct Sanitizing?
October 5th, 2015Your ductwork takes in a lot of unwanted particles, from sizable debris like dust balls to microscopic organisms like pollen. This can make your ductwork a breeding ground for growths like mold and mildew, or an inviting home for insects and/or animals. Dust and dirt can be fairly easily cleaned from your system when professionals do the work, but once you have biological growth or unwanted guests, you may need more than cleaning – you may need sanitizing. And if you do, you’ll want trained experts, like the ones from Downtown Air and Heat, handling the work.
Why Is Cleaning the Coils Important?
September 28th, 2015Air conditioning systems use two sets of coils to cool your home: the condenser coils that are in the outdoor unit and the evaporator coils that are in the indoor unit (if you use a ductless cooling system, these coils will be inside the blowers). The coils play a major role in the heat release/cooling process, so it is important that they are well-maintained. During annual or bi-annual maintenance, they will be carefully and thoroughly cleaned. Otherwise, problems will ensue.
Why Zone Control Is Good for You and Your HVAC System Year-Round
September 21st, 2015Trying to make your entire home completely comfortable with a single thermostat can be a challenge for many households for many reasons. There’s individual preferences, the possibility of specialized architecture like floor-to-ceiling windows, or trying to evenly cool or heat multiple floors. No matter the challenge, we have a great solution: a zone control system.
Will You Need a New Air Conditioner for Next Summer?
September 13th, 2015It’s hard to focus on next summer when we aren’t quite finished with this one, but when you live in an area like Orlando, you have to work to beat the heat. Homeowners don’t typically like to think about replacing a major system like a cooling system, but a purchase like this provides you with the opportunity to upgrade your system, achieve better energy efficiency and better comfort. Many people wait until their AC systems completely die before replacement, but we can tell you that it is always better to be ahead of the curve and replace before it becomes an emergency. If you aren’t sure how to determine whether or not it really is time to replace, here are three major factors to consider before next summer:
What Is Duct Sanitizing?
September 7th, 2015Your ductwork can become an unknowing host of a fair amount of unwelcome contaminants and debris. This is because ductwork is dark, can be moist, is out of sight (most of the time) and naturally draws contaminants into it with the flow of the air. As such, your ductwork can become a wonderful environment for biological growths like mold, mildew and fungus, not to mention a nice place to live for certain kinds of animals and insects. Speaking plainly, these issues can lead to adverse health and environmental conditions, which is why one of the professional duct services we offer for homes in Orlando is duct sanitizing.
What Is the Difference Between a Roof Top Commercial AC and a Package Commercial Unit?
August 31st, 2015Like residential air conditioning systems, it wasn’t too long ago that there weren’t very many choices for commercial systems, either. This has changed, though, and business owners have a number of options when it comes to cooling their commercial properties. A couple of options to consider are roof top units and package units, but each has some differences that may make one more preferential than another. The commercial HVAC experts at Downtown Air & Heat can help you review your options so that you have the best AC fit for your property.
Why Is There Ice on My Air Conditioner?
August 24th, 2015We are at the hottest time of the year, and there’s no doubt that your air conditioning system is working its hardest to keep you cool and comfortable. It is during our hottest weather that your system will be most prone to malfunction, but it can be hard to tell if your system is compromised when it still runs and cools your home. However, if you see ice on your AC, there is definitely a problem with your system.
