Recent Requests
heating and ac unit. I have gas heat that needs to be replaced and I would like to add a/c. It is already set up for central air. It's a tri level condo with unfinished Basement. 1000 sq feet approx.
Lorraine B
Recently purchased home in Naperville, West Highlands, tri-level. Previous owners replaced furnace and blower 3 years ago with new Lennox unit. Current A/C unit is very old Sears model. Not functioning properly, and would like estimate on possible repair or replacement.
Matt B
Orlando, Florida
Signature Mechanical Services, LLC
Residential
If your current home air conditioner is several years old, then you are likely stuck with an inefficient model that inflates power bills. Spending money on air conditioner maintenance and repair of your current unit can be a waste. Consider replacing your residential AC with a newer more energy efficient model that comes with an efficiency rating displayed. A one time investment can lead to monthly savings on your utility bills. Plus, newer models are guaranteed to be more reliable and better at controlling humidity.
While buying a house air conditioning system, always make sure you buy the right size of unit for your home. A home air conditioner that's too large will cool quickly, but switch off as soon as the room reaches it's desired temperature. After a few minutes, the unit switches back on again, and continues in this manner throughout the day, leading to energy wastage. When your home is cooled in a series of short cycles, the unit can't remove excessive moisture in the air. Humidity levels are affected, and the damp conditions create a perfect home for mold to grow. A residential air conditioner that's sized too small will not be able to cool efficiently. You may have to keep the unit switched on throughout the day, even on days when you don't need 24 hour cooling. Always look for the Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) rating on the unit before you make a selection. You can expect to pay a higher price for a residential air conditioning system with a more energy efficient higher SEER rating, but you can make up the costs with the lower operating expenses within a few months.
The Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) that is displayed prominently on every home air conditioner is the best measure of the system's energy efficiency. Look for a residential AC with a higher SEER. If you have trouble selecting the right kind of home air conditioning unit for your home, trust the advice of a reliable and professional residential air conditioning contractor. A home AC technician will not only give you sound advice about the size and type of AC for your needs, but will also undertake residential central air conditioner Installation, HVAC ducting, maintenance and repairs.