Johansen & Anderson Inc Blog: Archive for the ‘Air Conditioning’ Category

The Many Benefits of AC Maintenance

Monday, May 27th, 2024

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Your air conditioner is a complex and delicate piece of equipment. It has many components, each doing separate and critical jobs that come together to create the cool air that you require in your home during the summer. And those components work hard for months, and then sit unused and gathering dust for months before being asked to start working hard again.

Your air conditioner requires maintenance! It deserves some pampering and preparation for this summer’s demand for cooling. What exactly does AC maintenance accomplish? What are the benefits? We’re so glad you asked! We’ll tell you all about it.

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Our Air Conditioner Troubleshooting Checklist

Monday, May 13th, 2024

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A broken-down air conditioner is an unpleasant, sweaty hassle. But with summer approaching, you know it’s something you might end up dealing with. Of course, it would be terrible to wait for a technician and pay for a repair if the problem was something you could easily fix yourself. But you’re not an HVAC expert. How would you know what to do?

It’s important to leave actual repairs to the professionals. Opening up an air conditioner and tinkering around is unsafe for you and for the air conditioner, and it will void your warranty. But there are some simple things you can definitely sort out yourself if you know what to look for. Here’s a quick checklist you can use to troubleshoot a broken-down air conditioner before you decide repairs are necessary.

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Should I Get a Ductless Mini Split?

Monday, October 2nd, 2023

Autumn is the perfect time of year to evaluate how your AC performed during the heat of the summer and consider whether it’s time to make a change. As you look into the available options, you might realize you don’t know much about ductless mini splits. The more you know, the better able you’ll be to make a choice you’ll be happy with for years to come.

We’d like to give you a primer on ductless mini splits. Consider the benefits, the reasons some people choose them, and whether one would be right for you.

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How to Tell if Your AC Compressor Is Bad

Monday, July 10th, 2023

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The compressor is the single most expensive component of your air conditioning system, and you do not want to ever have to replace it. Often, when a compressor fails completely, it’s a better investment to replace the entire AC system than to get a new compressor.

Your air conditioner has both an indoor unit, or evaporator, and an outdoor unit, or condenser. The compressor is located in the condenser unit and it does the critical job of pressurizing the refrigerant to keep it flowing through the system, taking in heat from your home in the evaporator coils and releasing it from the condenser coils.

So how do you protect your compressor and keep your air conditioner running for as long as possible? Know how to catch problems early! Here are some tips.

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The 5 Most Common Ductless Repairs You’ll Face

Monday, April 17th, 2023

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Ductless systems are highly effective and efficient. We strongly recommend them for many homes. However, like any complex system, there are things that can go wrong. None of these issues are disasters and all can be repaired, especially if you get those repairs done promptly before problems multiply. Here are the five things that are most likely to go wrong with a ductless system so you’ll be prepared to take prompt action.

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Now Is the Perfect Time to Replace Your AC—Before the Heat Hits!

Monday, April 3rd, 2023

Are you excited for spring? It won’t be long before flowers are blooming, bees are buzzing, and all you want to do is spend time outdoors. But not long after that, you’ll need to run your air conditioner so you can escape from the heat. How was your air conditioner’s performance last summer? Is it time to consider replacing it? Here are some considerations to help you decide whether you need a new air conditioner, and the reasons why replacing it in the spring is the best choice.

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Can I Still Schedule an AC Tune-Up?

Monday, September 5th, 2022

Life is busy, and sometimes, things that don’t seem very urgent get put off until a later date. But if you’ve put off having a technician visit this summer for air conditioner maintenance, should you bother scheduling it now, as summer is starting to wind down? The short answer is yes, AC maintenance is definitely worth prioritizing sooner rather than leaving until next spring, and there are several reasons why.

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Our Guide to Replacing Your Air Filter

Monday, August 8th, 2022

Do you know one of the best things to do for your air conditioning in Joliet, IL is also one of the easiest? We’re talking about replacing your air filter!

Your air conditioning unit relies on a filter to clean the air before it enters your home. But air filters aren’t only for improving indoor air quality; they play a pivotal role in keeping your system clean and functional.

Read on to learn how to change an HVAC air filter, and why regular replacements are such an important part of good AC maintenance.

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How HVAC Maintenance Saves You Money

Monday, July 25th, 2022

As a homeowner, you’re probably always looking for ways to cut corners and save money. In fact, you might even think that skipping regular HVAC maintenance isn’t that big of a deal. After all, why should you spend money when it’s not broken?

While this way of thinking does make superficial sense, not scheduling HVAC maintenance in Joliet, IL could end up costing you much more than you bargained for.

If you’ve been wondering whether HVAC maintenance is really worth it, here are three good reasons that just might convince you.

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Is Your AC As Efficient As It Could Be?

Monday, June 27th, 2022

The sun is beating down, and you’re sweating in your home. You know you can’t afford to be running the air conditioner all day, so what can you do? Well, fortunately, you have a few options, but your best bet will probably be to make your AC more efficient, which will allow you to run it more frequently while also saving some money in the process.

Here are five tips to help you battle the heat this summer with an air-conditioner that runs more efficiently.

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