The majority of American homes have central air conditioning, and yet few homeowners know how their system works. Understanding the basics about how an A/C works can help you troubleshoot common air conditioning problems and communicate more effectively with your HVAC...
Your air conditioner’s main job is to lower the temperature; a byproduct of this process of cooling air is to condense, capture and drain away moisture inside your home. By doubling as a dehumidifier, your air conditioner can make the air even more comfortable,...
If your split-system air conditioner malfunctions or runs into problems after a storm, you may be tempted to simply exchange one side of the unit. Unfortunately, if you do not match A/C sides your unit will not work as it should and if you live in Farmington, Oak...
Each summer in Michigan, your air conditioner is likely to combat both heat and humidity, especially if you are near one of the many lakes, rivers and other waterways crisscrossing the state. Fortunately, air conditioners, besides cooling the air, are built to remove...
You already know a high-efficiency A/C can lower your summertime electric bills. That’s important considering Southeast Michigan’s warm, muggy summers, whether you’re in a bigger, higher-cost town like Troy or a small community like Lake Orion....
Shopping for a new cooling system can be a challenging process since it’s not something you do very often. The most important A/C features to consider are the SEER (seasonal energy efficiency ratio) rating of the systems you’re considering and the...
