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An Introduction to the New Rheem 16 SEER AC Unit

edan December 27, 2012 10:44 am

The new Rheem 16 SEER AC unit is a 2.5 ton unit. The Rheem 16 SEER air conditioner uses R-410 refrigerant which is environmentally friendly. This air conditioner is energy efficient, affordable and incredibly reliable. ENERGY EFFICIENCY The SEER rating is a measure of the energy efficiency of an air conditioner when it experiences both…

Introduction to Your New Air Conditioning Unit

edan December 19, 2012 11:01 am

Your new air conditioning unit is made up of three main components: an evaporator, a compressor and a heat exchanger. Refrigerant circulates between these three main components. The refrigerant alternates between a liquid and a gas. How Your New Air Conditioning Unit Works The refrigerant starts in the condensing coil, where it is hottest. It…

How Air Leaks in Your Home Cost You Money and How to Fix Them

edan December 18, 2012 8:12 am

When air leaks in your home, the electricity used to heat or cool that air is wasted as it leaks. Your HVAC system has to work harder and longer to maintain the same temperature. This drives up your electric bill if you use electricity to heat your home. It increases your natural gas bill or…

The Most Common Air Conditioning Problems and What To Do When They Occur

edan December 17, 2012 5:48 am

What are some of the most common air conditioning problems that home owners encounter, and what should you do when they occur? Poor Air Intake / Outflow This problem is often caused by a clogged air filter. While we may change the air filters inside of the home, such as the small air filters in…

Pool Heaters: Things to Be Aware Of

edan December 10, 2012 9:11 am

All year round pool weather is just one of the perks of living in Florida, often though pool heaters make all the difference in adding a more days to the swim season down here. When your pool heater is on the fritz or not working as efficiently, the techs at Cool Air USA have seen…

Top Reasons to Hire an HVAC Specialist

edan December 4, 2012 9:58 am

“Tis’ the season to be jolly”, as the saying goes. However, you’ll be everything but jolly, if your house ends up catching on fire on Christmas day. HVAC maintenance can help extend the life of your appliances. Hiring an HVAC specialist can actually save you money in the long run, as well. Below are the…