Mack Morris Heating & Air Conditioning Blog: Archive for March, 2018

Is Your Air Conditioner Ready for the Cooling Season?

Monday, March 26th, 2018

AC-topviewIt is coming up pretty soon, so you better hope so! But why not do better than “hope”? Why not know for certain that your air conditioning system will be there for you when you need it most? No, there is no air conditioner that is going to function reliably at all times. All mechanical systems, your AC included, will require repairs eventually. Routine AC maintenance in Charlottesville, VA will help to keep your air conditioner as dependable as possible, though.

The heat of summer can really strain an air conditioning system, so you want to be sure that you’ve done everything possible to prepare your air conditioner for the hottest time of the year. The last thing that you want to do is to encounter AC repair needs just when you need your system the most, and only because you failed to get your system back into the great working condition necessary for a successful operation. Keep these tips in mind, and leave your AC services to us.

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3 Ways to Save Energy on Heating and Cooling

Monday, March 19th, 2018

Air-conditioning-moneyWe all love an opportunity to save a little money. Free samples, in-store coupons, and price comparisons are something nearly all of us have probably taken part in. So why is it so hard for us to take the right steps to save money in our own homes?

Usually, it’s because we don’t really know how to start. A little bit of effort can lower your bills more than expected, while a big change can help quite a lot. Whatever you choose to do, it will be worth it in the end when you see your monthly bills!

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The Benefits of a Humidifier

Monday, March 12th, 2018

drip-dropIn the summer, we can be swamped with high humidity levels that make us sweat. Relative humidity is a measurement of the amount of water vapor in the air, which can be quite problematic when too high. Your body needs to evaporate moisture to cool off, so you can feel even warmer when humidity levels are high. There’s also a higher chance of mold growth in your home and other problems thanks to the moisture in the air.

But it’s not yet spring, and we don’t have those problems yet. In fact, you might have the opposite issue. Dry air can cause a lot of problems for you, your health, and your home. Get relief through the cold weather and prepare for next year’s flu season with the help of a whole-house humidifier.

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