Comfy Heating & Air Conditioning Inc. Blog: Archive for August, 2016

Tips for Troubleshooting a Malfunctioning Air Conditioner

Monday, August 29th, 2016

There’s no doubt that a malfunctioning air conditioner is not something you want to deal with at this time of year. Sure, our weather may be cooling down a bit; but as any California resident knows, a heat wave can happen at pretty much any time.

There are a number of potential issues that can affect the operation of your AC system. Fortunately, they are not all total emergencies. We encourage you to do a bit of troubleshooting on your own before calling our team. We’ve shared some more information on this below. Of course, if this has all been checked and you still can’t get your AC to function as it should, then we are standing by and ready to help!

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My Air Conditioner Is Not Cooling As It Should

Monday, August 22nd, 2016

The weather may be cooling down a bit as the end of summer nears, but that doesn’t mean our air conditioners are done doing their jobs quite yet! One of the most common service calls we get during this time of the year is in regards to an AC system that isn’t cooling as well as it should. Below, we’ve covered a couple reasons this may occur.

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Do Your Air Ducts Need Sealing?

Monday, August 15th, 2016

Has your air conditioning system been performing well this summer? Hopefully the answer to that is yes, as we are at the tail end of summer. Scheduling preventive maintenance is one of the most important steps you can take toward ensuring that your cooling system does in fact function as it should.

Maintenance is not the only factor that affects your AC system, however. To make sure that your air conditioner is up to the job you give to it each summer, duct sealing services are something to invest in. Keep reading to learn more about duct sealing and what the benefits are.

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Troubleshooting Air Conditioner Airflow Problems

Monday, August 8th, 2016

When you live in sunny California, it’s vital that you have a fully functioning air conditioning system. One that functions at its peak and requires very little repairs is ideal. Of course, this isn’t always the case. Regular maintenance will help fend off the worst of problems, but no AC is immune to repair needs.

One of the most common calls our service professionals get is about airflow. Reduced airflow in the middle of a hot day can be very discouraging. Whatever the reason for it is though, we can fix it! However, it can be helpful for you to know what the most common sources of low airflow are. We’ve shared some common causes below.

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Installing a New Air Conditioner: Why Does Size Matter?

Monday, August 1st, 2016

Are you considering having a new air conditioning system installed this year? When that time comes, you’ll have many factors to consider. You’ll want to look into system efficiency, its configuration in your house, and even what model is best for you and your home. Another factor you’ll need to consider that is often forgotten is the size of the system.

Many homeowners assume that the bigger the system is, the better it will perform. This is untrue. It’s important that you have one of our professional HVAC technicians help you make an educated decision about the correct size of an air conditioning system. Keep reading to learn more about what happens if your system is too big or too small.

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