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Aug 5, 2011, 10:22 pm
The best insurance against a broken air conditioning system is regular maintenance and while many of the parts in your air conditioning system are technical there are some things that a homeowner can do to make sure that they stay cool all summer long.1. Make sure to clear the area around the conden... Comment - Like
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Aug 5, 2011, 10:20 pm
What should I consider when buying a new Air Conditioner?
There has been a lot of improvement in air conditioning systems efficiency and performance over the last 5 or 10 years. If your system was installed prior to 1996 the SEER rating of your air conditioning condenser unit when it was new was lik... Comment - Like
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May 29, 2011, 11:42 am
If you are ready for air conditioning system services just give Ameri-Serv a call or contact us right here online and we will schedule an appointment that is convenient for you, once we arrive we will quickly diagnose your Air Conditioning system and provide you with honest upfront options for any p... Comment - Like
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May 29, 2011, 11:39 am
Why is there water dripping from the copper pipe on my AC unit?Water dripping from the refrigerant line set (copper pipe or tubing) is an indication of an improperly charged air conditioning system with our without insulation. The refrigerant levels in your air conditioning system is critical to pro... Comment - Like
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May 27, 2011, 5:45 pm
* Seal your windows and doorways with caulk or weather strips.
* Install or replace door sweeps at the bottom of your doors.
* During all seasons do not block any supply air outlets or return registers with furniture or other objects.
* Look for a high-efficiency model when shopping for a new gas h... Comment - Like
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May 8, 2011, 9:45 am
Honestly no, but this depends on the age of the system. If you are considering replacing your unit more than likely it is an older generation with a lower SEER rating than those built today. Even with older air conditioning systems you do not have to replace the indoor evaporator coil. But, you woul... Comment - Like
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May 8, 2011, 9:28 am
Why does my Air Conditioning run all day in hot weather?Assuming this is not a new symptom... this is a common complaint and can be attributed to two possible things. The first is that your system may have been designed correctly to meet the latest energy codes to perform at the highest efficiency. ... Comment - Like
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Apr 17, 2011, 9:17 am
Duct work is a common source of wasted energy and proper maintenance is needed to ensure the highest efficiency possible from your system.
Common Duct Work Leaks must be repaired first Before you can perform any maintenance of your duct work you must first repair any and all leaks in your duct work... Comment - Like
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Apr 10, 2011, 8:56 am
Male dogs and Air Conditioners... Say What?Yup, you heard it right, male dogs and air conditioners are a real bad mix... believe it or not!It is truly amazing to see the damage done to outdoor air conditioning units by male dogs, it is not that the dogs are attacking the unit, scratching or biting, ... Comment - Like
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Apr 10, 2011, 8:56 am
Air Conditioning Condenser Water MistersThere are several products on the market that use different methods of applying water to the surface of the condensing coil on an air conditioning unit and the bottom line on energy savings is that they will save energy by increasing the efficiency of the refr... Comment - Like
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Mar 15, 2011, 5:38 pm
Did You Know That Americans Spend 22 Billion Dollars Each Year To Cool Their Homes With Air Conditioning!Here In Idaho, A Homeowner with a 2,800 square foot home, Could Easily Spend $2,000 Over A Six Month Period Using A Central Air Conditioner To Cool Their Home! Compare this to the Savings with a ... Comment - Like
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Mar 15, 2011, 5:36 pm
How often should I change my air filters? Will a programmable thermostat really save me money? How does a maintenance service save me money? Will fixing leaks and insulating my duct work save me money? How do I really know if I should fix it or replace it?
How much money will a high efficiency ... Comment - Like
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Mar 15, 2011, 5:34 pm
To understand how the ignition sequence works we must first break it down into the types of systems. The first is the hot surface igniter type system (HSI) which is essentially a small electric heating element somewhat like an electric oven heating element.The other common types are either an interm... Comment - Like
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Mar 13, 2011, 10:13 am
Air Conditioning Condenser Water Misters
There are several products on the market that use different methods of applying water to the surface of the condensing coil on an air conditioning unit and the bottom line on energy savings is that they will save energy by increasing the efficiency of the r... Comment - Like
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Mar 12, 2011, 9:01 am
Just a few Air Conditioning System Maintenance Tips
Things you can do to maintain your air conditioning system
You can keep the outdoor air conditioner clean. You can vacuum out the inside of the unit and get all those leaves and stuff out. On most units you can gain access through the service pan... Comment - Like
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Mar 12, 2011, 8:55 am
Heating and Air Conditioning Systems Efficiency Ratings Explained...In the simplest terms The higher efficiency of your heating or air conditioning equipment, the lower your long-term energy costs.
Air Conditioners
For air conditioning the higher the "SEER" number the greater the efficiency and of... Comment - Like
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Mar 12, 2011, 8:45 am
Green Technologies Geo Thermal Earth Tubes
Many innovative ideas and inventions are being developed thanks to the green revolution and there are also many techniques, technologies and design concepts that have been used successfully for centuries all over the globe. From passive heating and cooling... Comment - Like
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Mar 6, 2011, 8:02 am
Solar Heating and Cooling systems have been around for a long time, their use in Europe and other countries is wide spread in comparison to the United States. The U.S. has taken a long time to adopt these technologies but the trends are on the increase.
Solar heating and cooling systems have a rela... Comment - Like
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Feb 21, 2011, 7:46 pm
The first thing that must happen is that the control thermostat must provide a voltage signal to the furnace heating unit. The thermostat can be most understood as simply a switch that turns a low voltage 24 volt power on and off to the respective terminals.
In the case of the thermostat calling fo... Comment - Like
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Feb 20, 2011, 10:45 pm
Baseboard Electric Heat, Electric Radiant Heat, Basic Heating Elements
Basic Understanding of Heating Elements
* Household Electric Heat is generally produced using 220 Volt power, much like any electric stove the heating elements heat up when the electrical power is applied on both legs of the 2... Comment - Like
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Feb 19, 2011, 9:25 pm
Checking your Heat Pump Control Thermostat
* Is the thermostat's system selector switch in the "heat" position?
Checking your Power or Electrical
* Your heat pump system may have a power switch at the indoor unit
Checking your outdoor unit
* If you have a heat pump and you can hear the... Comment - Like
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Jan 15, 2011, 11:00 am
Green HVAC Technologies of the futureThere are many changes taking place in heating and air conditioning technologies that many people are not aware of. Advances and cost reductions in green technologies have slowly been entering into both the commercial and residential markets and today the choices... Comment - Like
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Dec 29, 2010, 8:38 am
•Clean furnace filters monthly. Dirty filters restrict airflow and increase energy use. Keep the furnace clean, lubricated and properly adjusted to save up to 5% of heating costs. Have your heating and cooling system professionally maintained by Ameri-Serv, Inc.
•Install an ENERGY STAR progr... Comment - Like
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Dec 11, 2010, 7:57 pm
* In the heating season adjust your thermostat while you are not at home or at night while you are asleep. For each degree you lower your thermostat, you can save approximately 3% on energy consumption. * Close your drapes or blinds at night to keep the heat inside your premises. * During the... Comment - Like
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Dec 4, 2010, 8:16 am
How do I know if my furnace is leaking carbon monoxide?
If you are even remotely concerned about carbon monoxide in your home then the smartest thing you can do is to go and buy a carbon monoxide detector from a big box store and plug it in any electrical outlet, one on each level of your home.... Comment - Like
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Nov 8, 2010, 11:14 am
There are several safety devices that are active once the gas heating furnace has the main burners lit and there are several different types or brands for each device type. Typically most gas furnaces have what is called the spill switch or limit switch. This is a device that can detect heat or flam... Comment - Like
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Oct 30, 2010, 10:07 am
If you are even remotely concerned about carbon monoxide in your home then the smartest thing you can do is to go and buy a carbon monoxide detector from a big box store and plug it in any electrical outlet, one on each level of your home. These devices cost a little more than a cheap smoke detector... Comment - Like
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Oct 30, 2010, 10:00 am
Why is the LED light flashing on my furnace? If your furnace status LED is blinking a steady single blink this usually means the system is either in stand by mode or is receiving a call for heating or cooling. If the LED light is blinking rapidly more than once and then pauses and does more this us... Comment - Like
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Oct 9, 2010, 9:04 am
Well this one is much more common than most people would believe but it is true and it does happen with regularity. Normally the bird is long dead before the service technician gets to your home but in this case the bird was heard and safely released to find a better place to roost.
Yes Folk... Comment - Like
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Oct 1, 2010, 7:54 am
The term "variable speed" is in reference to the air handler or furnace fan motor or blower motor and while they are variable speed motors they are not variable speed in the true sense. Residential models are designed to use the variable speed to run at several pre-set speeds somewhat just like any ... Comment - Like
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Sep 24, 2010, 9:13 am
Maintaining your gas heating furnace system is important both to help make the system last longer and to help keep the operating costs as low as possible. All furnaces should be cleaned and inspected annually and there are some things you can do yourself to save money but everyone should call a qual... Comment - Like
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Sep 19, 2010, 5:30 pm
One of the latest green concepts is very controversial and many people have different opinions about the advantages and disadvantages. While the energy savings it can provide are very good the down side is that it could lead to problems. Radiant barriers are quickly becoming the next wave in the gre... Comment - Like
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Jul 12, 2010, 11:26 pm
For all your Air Conditioning repairs and new replacement equipment you can count on Ameri-Serv, Inc. Heating and Cooling for honest ethical business practices. Do not get scammed, check out our website for information on your air conditioning system, troubleshooting tips and other great valuable in... Comment - Like
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Apr 11, 2010, 9:11 am
Another common practice by some dishonest contractors is to replace a simple small part that many times is not necessary. The capacitor is one of those parts that is relatively inexpensive but when added to a service call the cost adds up fast. Many times these are contractors that instruct their te... Comment - Like
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Apr 11, 2010, 8:29 am
One of the more common things we see are air conditioning systems that have been overcharged with refrigerant. This common rip off is usually done when you call for a simple maintenance service and they are adding refrigerant to make money off you. I suspect that many times the homeowner complains t... Comment - Like
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Mar 5, 2010, 8:58 am
How often should I change my air filters?
Will a programmable thermostat really save me money?
How does a maintenance service save me money?
Will fixing leaks and insulating my duct work save me money?
How do I really know if I should fix it or replace it?
How much money will a high efficiency furn... Comment - Like
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Mar 4, 2010, 2:57 pm
Maintaining your gas heating furnace system is important both to help make the system last longer and to help keep the operating costs as low as possible. All furnaces should be cleaned and inspected annually and there are some things you can do yourself to save money but everyone should call a qual... Comment - Like
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Dec 12, 2009, 9:49 am
Geothermal is by far the highest efficiency heating and cooling system available today. While the systems require up to three times more investment upfront than a conventional heating and cooling system the payback rate can be as much as three times faster when compared against the least efficient t... Comment - Like
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Oct 22, 2009, 12:14 pm
According to chemical manufacturer DuPont, the main refrigerant used in residential air conditioning systems may be in short supply as soon as 2010.
“The recent Montreal Protocol changes and an updated look at supply-demand scenarios reveal that supplies in 2010 may be much tighter than originally... Comment - Like
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