As you get your house or apartment ready for fall with decorations like signs, pumpkins, and of course, fall scented candles, you may want to consider adding more items to your own fall to-do list. Follow our blog to learn more about everything you should put on your own fall maintenance checklist
Air conditioning and heating without impurities
As you think about turning off the air conditioning and opening those windows, don’t forget to give your HVAC unit a winter cleaning. The current weather may be getting colder, but you certainly don’t need a damaged furnace in the winter. Contaminants such as dust and pests can build up in your pipes. This kind of waste could be hazardous to your requirements and to your home. So get your pipes cleaned at the beginning of winter. The same goes for air conditioning. Unwanted dirt could clog the coils and damage your air conditioner.
Check your air filters
It’s true that as the weather gets colder, you’ll no doubt open your windows more, but once the snow starts falling, it’s time and energy to turn on the heat. Air filter replacement helps keep solutions at home, helps your quality of life, improves your HVAC system, and produces fresh indoor air.
Air duct cleaning
Get your cleaning gloves ready because it takes time and energy to clear the air ducts. Your ducts need a good cleaning as the total amount of time you spend indoors at home will increase. It will also help you save energy in the long run. Air duct cleaning can help fight allergies and asthma, and can help fight some other diseases. If you never think you can clean your air ducts yourself, the professionals at West AIR Heating & Cooling are here to help.
Schedule a fall maintenance visit
As summer winds down and you start considering most of the fun things to do in the coming months, don’t forget about your annual fall cleaning. Checking air filters, cleaning dirt, and cleaning air ducts are some of what you should have on your own fall maintenance checklist. For fall maintenance needs, contact WestAIR Heating & Cooling.
Advantages of Mini-Split AC
Air conditioning should not be taken for granted. It helps you cool us down on hot summer days, offers better air quality for humans and even helps us sleep better. There are actually 8 different types, but if you’re considering an upgrade, a ductless mini-split AC might be the best choice. Keep reading to learn about the benefits of a mini-split AC and why it might be the best choice for your home, warehouse office, or garage.
Ecologically intelligent
In today’s world, everyone is trying to be environmentally friendly, from buying locally grown food to using greener products in their homes. When you choose a ductless mini-split, you will be more energy efficient and reduce consumption. Some forced air systems can often be uneconomical as ductwork can have cracks, gaps and other problems causing cooling losses.
No piping required
Many older homes do not contain ductwork. This makes it very difficult to own central air in your home. Therefore, you may want to install a mini-split in your home. Piping can often be expensive and complex. When it comes to cooling and installing air into your older home, ductless mini-splits are the best choice.
Cheap
In today’s society, if you want to be frugal, we would definitely recommend having ductless mini-splits throughout the house. A mini-split costs significantly less than installing an entire home’s plumbing. In addition, they are energy efficient and require less maintenance than your average window unit. You’ll typically get paid between $4,000 and $6,000 to get a single-head mini-split installed. Multihead systems range from $6,000 to $10,000 depending on design and size. Looking for a company to install ductless air conditioning in your home, garage or warehouse office? Schedule service with WestAIR Heating & Cooling today.
Conscious health
- The June flowers are still blooming, which means lots of itchy eyes, sneezing and coughing. Ductless mini-splits reduce your risk of inhaling airborne contaminants, help balance the humidity in the air, and there will be no toxins such as pests, insect droppings, dust and bacteria in the ductwork. Ductless mini manifolds will bring clean air directly into and out of your home.
- Whether you spend so much time fixing your car in the garage or sending emails in your home office, you should be fine, spend less and breathe better air. Ductless mini-splits are efficient, affordable and high quality units. If you want your own installed, contact our professionals at WestAIR Heating and Cooling today.
- Current weather is warming up in Minnesota. Maybe you have already checked your cooling system? Doing so will allow you to resolve any issues before the hot and humid days of summer arrive. But how do you know if you will need a repair or even a replacement? Keep reading to learn about six signs that you need a new air conditioner.
- According to the US Department of Energy (DOE), central air conditioners typically last 15-20 years. And while occasional repairs are to be expected, if you have to do them often, you’ll probably need a replacement. If your air conditioner is about 15 years old and/or needs more service during the cooling season, it may be time and energy to forget about repair bills and opt for a new cooling system.
Frequent repairs and age
Strange smells and/or sounds
Your air conditioner shouldn’t be silent, but it should be on alert because of the many sounds that indicate a problem:
Loud screeching, whistling, or scraping noises may indicate a faulty belt that can damage the rest if not addressed.
Frequent cycling (system on/off) can be caused by an improperly sized unit, a leaky ventilation system, or problems with the evaporator coils.
In addition, the air forced out by the machine should not offend your nostrils. Don’t ignore strange smells when your air conditioner is on:
A burning smell may be the result of burnt wiring or other problems with the internals of the unit that could lead to an electrical fire.
A foul smell of rotten eggs could indicate a gas leak that poses a critical health and safety risk to you and your family.
A musty smell can mean that moisture is leaking into your pipes and creating health hazards.
If you notice these issues, contact WestAIR ASAP to investigate and resolve the issue to keep your home safe.