If you have a central air conditioner, you know the normal sounds that it makes: the low but steady fan and compressor sound in the outside unit and the regular fan circulation noise inside. When kicking into a new cycle, it may make a brief clicking noise and then a moderately loud start-up thump before sliding into […]
5 Things You Can Do to Protect Your A/C Unit From Theft
In the past several years, an unfortunate phenomenon has spread to the suburbs of America – the theft of outside air conditioning and heat pump units. Thieves target A/C condenser and compressor units not because they want to bring them home and use them for cooling, but rather because they intend to strip them of […]
Troubleshooting a Heat Pump: Some Basics
When our summer and winter weather extremes in Southwest Ohio, you want your heat pump working properly and efficiently to keep your home comfortable in all seasons. Unfortunately, like any device, a heat pump system can act up at the most inopportune times. Here are some tips for troubleshooting a heat pump that isn’t working right: […]
HVAC Terms You Should Know
Nothing in your home affects your family’s comfort more than your cooling or heating systems. This is especially the case in our Southwest Ohio climate, where we experience both blazing summers and frigid winters, both of which can take a toll on heating and cooling equipment. If you’re considering an upgrade or replacement for your furnace, […]
Heat Pump Malfunction? Find the Cause
Keeping your Dayton home’s heat pump operating correctly is essential to maintaining a comfortable home during the hot summer months. A heat pump malfunction can spell a nasty situation, especially when the equipment stops cooling during the hottest week in July. To help get a malfunctioning heat pump back to work as quickly as possible, […]
Wondering About Heat Pump Operation? 3 Essential Components You Should Understand
Modern air-source heat pumps are among the most sophisticated home-comfort equipment available today. They provide excellent climate control, offer outstanding efficiency, and can be used both for cooling in the summer and heating in the winter.