Whether you’re trying to stay cool in summer or fix a broken AC unit, this section covers everything related to air conditioning in residential homes. From basic maintenance tips to common repair issues and energy-saving advice, you’ll find practical help and real-world guidance. If you’re dealing with noisy units, uneven cooling, or high energy bills, these articles are here to help you troubleshoot and take action.
Many of my customers are thrilled when they realize how available these maintenance tools for mini splits are to the public. And I believe you will also. Mini split systems are efficient, quiet, and compact. But like any HVAC equipment, they need regular maintenance to perform their best. The good news? You don’t need expensive…
If you set your AC temp too low, below 70°F (21.1°C), you risk icing up the indoor air conditioning coil, which will block the airflow through the ductwork. Why is that? Because 70°F to 75°F is the optimal temperature range that engineers designed the equipment to operate within. But, BIG BUT HERE, yours could still…
As a precaution, you should not reset an apartment AC unit without permission from the manager. They usually know what works best and how they wish you to proceed. Your air conditioner could be running, but it’s all iced up, stopping the airflow. Something to consider, especially if your thermostat is set too low. Too…
Yes you can install a heat pump or an AC unit under a deck if your local code enforcement allows it to be installed there. But it’s important to consider the air flow in and out of the unit. Top discharge heat pumps or air conditioners are the most common and have to have at…
I’ll explain three simple ways to reset your air conditioner or heat pump system. But if these don’t work, you have a problem that will need to be solved by a good technician. Deep down in your gut, you probably know something is wrong, and that’s what you will have to do anyway. But it…
Yes, you can paint a ductless mini split to improve its aesthetic appeal and sort of hide its presence. That might cure one of my biggest complaints! The biggest complaint I hear about a mini split unit is how ugly they are, like an eyesore hanging on the wall. They definitely have no apparent beauty,…
My customers repeatedly ask me: “Why do I need to replace the line set for a new AC system?” The short answer is that the new system will last longer. Are you ready for the long answer? Older systems, primarily those that contained R-22 refrigerant, had mineral oil in the compressors that migrated through the…
Customers ask me if they can put their new mini splits in weird places. In the garage, on the roof, in a basement, or even under the deck. But not too many ask if they can put it in the attic. Actually, under a deck is quite feasible because they are side-discharged. I had a…