Mini Splits for Warm Rooms

Mini Splits for Warm Rooms

Mini-split systems, sometimes called ductless air conditioners, are great additions to homes that have a room or two that just don’t seem to cool. A mini-split may be an ideal solution to a south-facing room, a sunroom, a backyard casita, or a garage used as a hobby...
When Water is Coming from Your A/C

When Water is Coming from Your A/C

If water is coming from your refrigerated air conditioning system, it can cause concern but it’s usually not a serious issue. Today’s refrigerated air systems may contain an indoor component as well as the outdoor component. An evaporator coil is usually in the indoor...
Will Homeowner’s Insurance Cover HVAC Damage

Will Homeowner’s Insurance Cover HVAC Damage

A sudden change in electricity such as from a lightning strike can damage the appliances and electronics in a home, including your refrigerated air system. Typically, homeowner’s insurance will cover the HVAC unit when it’s been struck by lightning or damaged by hail...
What is a BTU?

What is a BTU?

The abbreviation of BTU is short for British Thermal Unit which is a unit of measurement for the energy needed to heat or to cool. Technically, it’s the amount of heat needed to raise the temperature of one pound of water by one degree, measured in Fahrenheit. Air...