Mack Morris Heating & Air Conditioning Blog: Posts Tagged ‘AC’

Why Refrigerant Leaks Are Serious Business

Monday, April 23rd, 2018

outdoor-ac-unitSome people might say that we are spoiled in this day and age, at least as far as our expectations for comfort in our homes are concerned. Well, those same people will realize that we aren’t spoiled the day that their air conditioning systems give out on them. Air conditioners are a necessity when the heat of summer is at its highest. Any problems with your air conditioner in Charlottesville, VA are cause for major concern, especially when the summer season is in full swing.

This is precisely why it is so important that you learn to recognize the warning signs that problems are developing with your home cooling system. What types of problems are we talking about?  Well, today we are specifically focusing on refrigerant leaks. Not only are these among the most common problems that homeowners encounter with their ACs, but they are also—and unfortunately—among the most common. Be sure to keep these tips in mind, and let us know the moment that you suspect any trouble with your system.

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AC Replacement: Is It Time?

Tuesday, April 17th, 2018

We are getting ready to make the move into the cooling season. Is your air conditioner equally prepared? If you are not sure, that alone is reason enough to start thinking about an air conditioning replacement in Charlottesville, VA. Now, we know that you want to get your money’s worth out of your existing air conditioning system—but that does not mean that you should run it into the ground before replacing it.

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Today, we are going to give you some tips to help you decide if the time for an air conditioning replacement has finally arrived. We won’t try to sell you on upgrades and replacements that you don’t need, of course. So keep the following information in mind, and schedule your  AC replacement with Mack Morris Heating & Air Conditioning.

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Why Use a Ductless System?

Monday, April 9th, 2018

ductless-blowerAre you thinking about replacing your air conditioner before the heat of summer really settles in? Are you moving into a new home and want to familiarize yourself with the different HVAC system options out there? Whatever the case may be, you’d be remiss to overlook the many benefits that the ductless mini split has to offer. We’re seeing more and more interest in ductless systems in Charlottesville, VA, which is really not much of a surprise to us.

The ways in which a ductless system can benefit homes and homeowners are many, and we want to help you better understand them with today’s post. Now, as is the case with any HVAC system, the ductless mini split is not going to be the right system for everyone. That being said, for those that it is right for, there is a lot to love. So read on, and remember that we are here to handle any HVAC services, for systems ductless or otherwise, that you may need.

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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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