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Air conditioning unit is only blowing regular fan air. Condensor doesnt kick on to cool.
Jon W
Need central a/c unit checked, house does not seem to cool off at a satisfactory rate
Steven S
Providence, Rhode Island
Sears Heating and Cooling - Providence
Platinum Home Services, Inc.
Heat Miser, LLC
Residential
Did you know that your home air conditioning system could be taking up as much as 60% of your energy bills? Most home owners pay scant attention while buying a residential air conditioner, with the result that they end up with a home AC system that's either too big or too small for their needs. Either way, this leads to inflated energy bills. There are several factors that go into the selection of a proper home air conditioning system. Consider the size of the house, the weather in the area you live in etc.
While buying a house air conditioning system, always make sure you buy the right size of unit for your home. A home air conditioner that's too large will cool quickly, but switch off as soon as the room reaches it's desired temperature. After a few minutes, the unit switches back on again, and continues in this manner throughout the day, leading to energy wastage. When your home is cooled in a series of short cycles, the unit can't remove excessive moisture in the air. Humidity levels are affected, and the damp conditions create a perfect home for mold to grow. A residential air conditioner that's sized too small will not be able to cool efficiently. You may have to keep the unit switched on throughout the day, even on days when you don't need 24 hour cooling. Always look for the Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) rating on the unit before you make a selection. You can expect to pay a higher price for a residential air conditioning system with a more energy efficient higher SEER rating, but you can make up the costs with the lower operating expenses within a few months.
The Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) that is displayed prominently on every home air conditioner is the best measure of the system's energy efficiency. Look for a residential AC with a higher SEER. If you have trouble selecting the right kind of home air conditioning unit for your home, trust the advice of a reliable and professional residential air conditioning contractor. A home AC technician will not only give you sound advice about the size and type of AC for your needs, but will also undertake residential central air conditioner Installation, HVAC ducting, maintenance and repairs.