As the temperatures rise, your air conditioning unit becomes your best friend—keeping your home cool and comfortable. But what happens when it starts acting up? Ignoring early signs of trouble can turn a minor issue into a major expense, with extensive AC repair in Lake Nona, FL. To help you stay ahead of costly breakdowns, here are some of the most common clues that your AC might need repair.
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The Clues that Your AC Needs Repair
Monday, April 21st, 2025Don’t Wait for a Breakdown! Get AC Maintenance
Monday, April 7th, 2025When summer hits, your air conditioner becomes your best friend. It keeps your home comfortable, helps you sleep better, and offers relief from the sweltering heat. But like any machine, your AC won’t run smoothly forever—especially if it’s not getting the care it needs. Waiting until something goes wrong isn’t just inconvenient—it can be costly. That’s why regular AC maintenance is a smart move for every homeowner.
Upgrade Your Home Comfort with a New AC
Monday, February 3rd, 2025Ahh, winter in Florida—a brief break in the heat. But don’t get used to it! It won’t be long before you need to crank up the AC again. And when you do, will your system be ready for another long, hot Florida summer? Or might it be time to upgrade to a new air conditioner? There are some amazing options available now. Let’s consider the possibilities!
Prep Your Home for an AC Replacement Appointment
Monday, January 20th, 2025Air conditioner installation or replacement might be pretty exciting for you. It’s a once-in-a-decade experience. But for us, well… we’re excited that you’ll have a new system that perfectly fits your comfort needs. It might not seem quite as exciting, though, to HVAC technicians who go through this process every day! That’s why we’re the perfect people to answer any questions you have.
Since it has been many years between your last AC installation and the next one, the process could easily be confusing or overwhelming. But we’re here to help! How should you prepare for your AC replacement appointment? What should you expect? Here’s everything you need to know.
How Often Do Air Conditioners Need Service?
Monday, December 23rd, 2024In the Orlando area, our air conditioners really have their work cut out for them! It has to be a top priority to take excellent care of them. If you do that, you can have a system that functions well and stays efficient for many years. What kind of care do air conditioners need? How often should they be serviced? We’ve got some helpful suggestions to keep your AC in great shape.
When Do AC Air Filters Need to Be Changed?
Monday, December 9th, 2024In our climate, we really can’t risk doing damage to our air conditioners. We need them in good working order at all times! That means it’s essential to prioritize AC maintenance and, whenever something does go wrong, to get repairs right away before it gets any worse. But is there anything else you should be doing to keep your air conditioner happy and healthy? Yes!
Your air conditioner has an air filter that needs regular attention, so it doesn’t end up clogged with a thick mat of dust. When should you be changing your AC air filter, and how do you get it done right? We’ll tell you everything you need to know.
What Does Ice on an Air Conditioner Mean?
Monday, November 25th, 2024Air conditioners make things cold. That’s their whole purpose, obviously. Does that mean it’s a good sign for ice to build up on an air conditioner? That means it’s very cold, right? Well, no. In fact, ice on an air conditioner’s coils is an indication that the system needs AC repair. What’s going on? Here’s some info.
How to Properly Retire Your AC for the Season
Monday, November 11th, 2024Summers are long in our area, and your air conditioner worked very hard all throughout the many hot months. It’s finally time to let it take a break and rest during the next few months. But if you want to be sure it’ll be in good shape when you need it for springtime, there are some important steps you should take now.
What does your AC system need at the end of the season? Here are our best tips on how to properly retire your air conditioner so it will be safe all winter and ready to go when the summer heat hits again.
Is End-of-Season AC Repair Worth It?
Monday, September 16th, 2024Do you hear a strange noise? Or perhaps you’ve detected an odd odor? Maybe you’re just not happy with the performance of your air conditioner now, at the end of a long summer of Florida heat. But the summer is ending. You won’t be requiring so much from that air conditioner. Is it worth it to have AC repairs done now, at the end of the season, or can you put that off until next spring? Here’s our advice.
Strange, Surprising Causes of AC Problems
Monday, August 19th, 2024Sometimes, the reason why an air conditioner struggles or breaks down are straightforward and simple and make perfect sense. Layers of dust caused overheating, as though the air conditioner was wearing a sweater in July. Lack of lubrication between moving parts caused friction and wear and tear. The vibration of the system caused a screw to work itself loose. Logical, right?
Sometimes, air conditioner problems have much more unusual causes. What kind of strange, surprising things can create major problems for your AC system? We’ve got some weird ones to share with you!