Air Conditioners

Air Conditioners

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Portable A/C question

Hello!. My TURBRO 8000 BTU air conditioner is no longer cooling my room effectively. My exhaust tube is about 8 feet long, but I don't think that's the main problem. It was cooling my...[More]

A/C Dirty Sock Syndrome, How Do You Solve It?

Have a newish heat pump/ducts installed with the UV add on and it has a foul smell when turning on the AC. Spoke to my installer lead/salesperson. He said he doesn't know why this happens bu...[More]

Need help with wiring a capacitor for A/C unit!

Question from user Haramyy at hvacadvice at reddit. Answer: Yellow is C. Brown is fan. Blue is herm. Be careful. I understand that you need assistance with wiring a capacitor for you...[More]

Can I change the position of my outdoor A/C unit?

The box is not fixed to the floor and I would like to change the position box to the left but tje black tubes are very rigid. Any advise?  Question from user llum-foc-destruccio at AirCondi...[More]

Why Does My A/C Unit Keep Freezing?

Question from user Topher1326 at AirConditioners at reddit. Answer: If your A/C unit keeps freezing, there are a few possible reasons why this may be happening: Dirty air filter: A dirty air ...[More]

Our Freon on Our AC Was Completely Empty. Any Ideas?

I have a 13 plus year old Goodman 5 Ton unit, (10-12 SEER) that had a freon leak. Tech came by yesterday and confirmed there was no pressure. He ran a test today and pressurized the entire syste...[More]

What does the Red or Green sticker on AC vent mean?

Question from user unknownuserdead at AirConditioners at reddit. Answer: The red or green sticker on an AC vent is typically used to indicate whether the air conditioning system is supplying coo...[More]

AC keeps freezing up?

There are several possible reasons why your air conditioner (AC) may be freezing up. Here are some common causes: Dirty or clogged air filters: When the air filters are dirty or clogged, it r...[More]

Looking for advice from those who have a heat pump for their home

I'm getting quotes to replace my furnace and ac condenser. I'm considering a heat pump but am worried that it will not heat and/or cool as well a furnace + condenser combo. I know there ...[More]

My AC Unit is Not Working, What Now?

You may encounter many problems with your air conditioner and while it is true that most problems require HVAC experts to repair them, there are some troubleshooting tips that can help homeowners fix ...[More]

Getting Your Air Conditioner Ready for Spring

Spring is just around the corner – are you ready for warmer weather? We sure missed it, how about you? You might have a list of activities lined up for spring, and we are excited just like you! Just...[More]

Should I Turn the Central AC On or Off While on Vacation?

With the summer announcing its arrival, homeowners are starting to leave their homes to be on exciting vacations doing all sorts of fun activities.But before you get to carried away, make sure that yo...[More]

Protect and Clean Your Air Conditioner

Your air conditioner unit provides you comfort especially during the warmer months. It is important that you know how to properly maintain and clean it so your comfort – as well as your family’s �...[More]

3 Must Have Services for Quality Air Conditioning

Thank goodness that you do not have to open the windows in your home to cool your home or to light fire in the fireplace to warm you home. Air conditioning services heat a home during winter and cool ...[More]

Are Your HVAC Units Ready for the Summer?

With summer just around the corner, it’s definitely the right time to think about all the things that you should take care of to ensure that your home’s heating, ventilation, and air conditioning ...[More]

How to Choose an Air Conditioner

When looking for an air conditioner, there are a few things that you should know before making this large purchase. Whether you are new to air conditioning or have experience, it's always good to foll...[More]

How to Buy an Air Conditioning Unit?

With the temperatures warming up, you may be thinking about air conditioners whether you are buying a new one or looking into replacing your old, outdated one.If purchasing an air conditioner is somet...[More]

Maintaining Your AC During Colder Months

The cooler weather will be setting in to stay and so, indoor air conditioners will finally get some time off. Residential owners, however, should not neglect their AC units. HVAC systems can last from...[More]

Why Should I Change My Air Filter?

Your furnace and air conditioner work hard to keep your home comfortable during the cold and warm seasons. During these seasons, you should be checking your filter every 30 days and changing the filte...[More]

Prepare Your Air Conditioner For Spring

With spring just around the corner, it's time to start thinking about your air conditioner. There are a few things that you must do to prepare your AC for the warmer months. Following these steps will...[More]

What are the best ways to save on energy costs?

There is no denying that each year, our summers are getting warmer and winters are getting colder. For homeowners, the cost to heat or cool a home can be expensive. At Twintech, we have some helpful t...[More]

What is the difference between a ducted air conditioning unit and a ductless unit?

What is the difference between a ducted air conditioning unit and a ductless unit? For seasoned homeowners, this can be an easy question. But, for new homeowners, there may be some questions and co...[More]

How Often Should I Replace my AC Filters?

If you own an AC unit, a common question you may as is, “how often should I replace my air conditioner filters?” That’s an important question to keep in mind for all home or property owners. Gen...[More]

HVAC Summer Checklist

Summer is the perfect time of year to utilize the warm weather and clean every corner of the house, both inside and out. To ensure that your home HVAC system is in excellent working condition, check o...[More]

5 Ways to Save Energy and Cut Air Conditioning Costs this Summer

Do you find that your AC bills begin to rack up as soon as summer comes around? During the hotter months, your air conditioning unit has to work harder to cool down your home, which can lead to expens...[More]

Why Does the Size of Your Air Conditioner Matter?

Considering the size of an air conditioner before installation is a smart practice that will help save you money and maintain efficiency. Many people are under the misconception that bigger AC units l...[More]

How much should a new Air Conditioning unit cost?

The general range that homeowners can expect to pay for a new Air Conditioning system is between $2,500 and $4,500. However, the price can even go as high as $8,500 or more for a deluxe AC unit fully ...[More]

How do you get the best performance out of your Central Air Conditioner?

Spring is finally here and now is a good time to think about getting ready to use your air conditioner. Before the first heat wave hits, there are 5 things that you can do in your home to °help you e...[More]

How your Furnace and Air Conditioner work together to keep you Comfortable?

Furnaces are used to generate heat and spread it throughout your home.  A furnace is connected to a duct system that will distribute heated air to the various rooms of your home, which is cruc...[More]

Going on a Vacation? Check Out These Safety Tips for Your Home

You know what dampens the mood of what is supposed to be an exciting or relaxing vacation? Worrying about your home while you are away. If you are gone for longer than a few days, it’s possible that...[More]

HVAC Tips for the Best Nights Sleep

We blame a variety of factors for our lack of sleep. Maybe it’s our own minds running furiously with thoughts about the next day, or perhaps it’s a lumpy bed’s fault or whatever n...[More]

Maintaining Your Air Conditioner During Warmer Months

Every summer, vacationing is the highlight for many families. Before leaving for an extended trip out of town, most of them make arrangements for someone to get the mail or feed the pets and others...[More]

Understanding HVAC Systems Better

Whether you are cooling your office in the summer or keeping your home comfortable in the winter, HVAC systems have become a part of your everyday life. Your heating, ventilation, and air condition...[More]

Furnace and Air Conditioner - How Do They ACTUALLY Work?

If you do not have any prior knowledge of them, heating and cooling systems are quite complex equipment to deal with. So, if you have not been trained to work on them, it is likely that you will have ...[More]

Dealing with Uneven Home Cooling Concerns

If you live in a multi-story home and you notice uneven home cooling, you are not alone.When you have invested in central air conditioning, you probably expected that the system would cool the entiret...[More]

Covering AC After Summer: Should You Do It?

There are times during the year when you need to do maintenance on your heating and cooling system. For your air conditioner, it will be in the spring, and for your heating unit, in the fall. Some hom...[More]

Top Questions to Ask for Your Air Conditioning Estimate

Next to your mortgage, your utility bills are among the highest costs of operating a household. Central air condition can make up a large part of your bills, and the older a system is, the less reliab...[More]