Summer is almost here, and for some of us it’s time to install a new air conditioning system. Before you go out and buy a new central air conditioner, though, you should have a look at some of the other options available to you. Take, for example, ductless air conditioning. There are a number of distinct advantages offered by ductless air conditioning systems that cannot be matched by central air. Read on for more information.
Sunset Air Blog: Archive for May, 2015
Why You Should Install a Ductless Air Conditioner This Spring
Tuesday, May 26th, 2015How Duct Sealing Can Improve Your Air Conditioner Efficiency
Monday, May 18th, 2015Come summertime, nobody wants to be caught without an air conditioning system. On some days, a good central air conditioner is the only thing that will keep your home feeling even mildly comfortable. As good as it is, though, a central air conditioner is not a perfect system. There is one big disadvantage associated with central air conditioning, and that is energy inefficiency due to the ventilation system. Read on to find out more about this disadvantage and how duct sealing can solve it.
Air Conditioning Problems to Watch Out for This Spring
Monday, May 11th, 2015As the days start to warm up, you’re going to start using your air conditioning system more and more often. That means more stress on your air conditioner, which means greater likelihood that it will start to develop problems. Air conditioning problems will get progressively worse the longer they are left alone, increasing the chance of a breakdown. The last thing you want is for your air conditioner to break down on you in the middle of a hot day. So it pays to recognize the signs that your air conditioning system has a problem before it gets out of hand. Have a look at some common air conditioning problems below.
3 Signs of Refrigerant Leaks
Monday, May 4th, 2015Summers in Olympia, WA are milder than other parts of the country, but our humidity often makes up for it, and an air conditioner is the best defense against those periodic heat waves. Leaking refrigerant ranks among the most common problems an AC system can experience, and something any prudent homeowner should attend to quickly before the temperatures spike. Refrigerant is the gas that makes air conditioning possible. When it leaks, it slows down the efficiency of your AC unit and can cause more serious problems if left untreated. Here are 3 signs of refrigerant leaks:
