3 Easy Summer HVAC Maintenance Tips
Air Conditioning & Heating, Inc. continues to provide exceptional customer service and remains the leading heating and cooling company along the Emerald Coast! Established as the local comfort expert in 1983, AC & Heating, Inc. offers maintenance, new installations, repair, and HVAC servicing to the Emerald Coast and surrounding areas. We take pride in our work and the efficiency of your home and business air conditioning and heating equipment is our top priority! Our team of professional technicians is available 24/7, that includes service on holidays as well. We are a call away, any day!
Summer in full swing, it's time to talk shop! What are 3 Easy Summer HVAC Maintenance Tips that can keep you cool? Read on for how-to details..
- Replace Air Filters - Depending on your home environment you should replace your filter every 1 to 3 months. Do you have dogs? Consider a new filer every 30 days, especially when your HVAC unit is working in overdrive. Ask about our Reme Halo whole home in-duct air purifier!
- Upgrade Your Thermostat - They are called smart thermostats for a reason! Let your home work for you, not the other way around. Setting your home thermostat to cool your home before you arrive costs less than keeping it at a low setting during peak heat hours. Programmable thermostats are efficient, cost effective, and convenient!
- Keep Your Condensation Lines Clear - Condensation and debris build up can cause your HVAC system to use more energy than necessary, causing your home to cool slowly or not at all.
Still no relief? Call the home comfort experts! Let Air Conditioning & Heating, Inc. resolve your comfort issues at your home or business, any day!
Bronz-Glow Emerald Coast | Coastal Protective Coating
Air Conditioning & Heating, Inc. is proud to offer premium Husky Coil Coat Gold to the Emerald Coast. Now applying Coastal Protective Coating to your HVAC unit, Bronz-Glow Emerald Coast is the premier Bronz-Glow provider in Northwest Florida located in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida! Only certified applicators can apply the Husky Gold premium coating and our team is the exclusive Northwest Florida provider.
Do you have a new HVAC unit? Would you like to extend the life of your home or business comfort system investment? Concerned with the possibility of salt air corrosion to exposed outdoor AC systems? Bronz-Glow Coatings can extend the life of your AC system by 3-4 times longer than an uncoated system when the equipment is properly maintained, and the coils are cleaned regularly. Formulated with a 10 year UV Florida Sun Inhibitor to protect against UV damage, your coastal property will benefit from Bronz-Glow protection for years to come.
Discover the Benefits of a Whole-Home Dehumidifier | Ventilation and Air Quality
Indoor air quality may not be high on your priority list, but it tops ours. As having a direct effect on respiratory health as well as perceived indoor comfort levels, we put a high priority on the standard of your ventilation and air quality. Discuss with your home comfort provider whether the installation of a dehumidifier best suits your individual needs.
The purpose of a dehumidifier, an electrical appliance that extracts water from the air, is to reduce and maintain comfortable levels of humidity in the air. Most often installed for health and/or reasons of comfort these machines work in conjunction with your HVAC unit and are most often installed in an inconspicuous place in your home or business allowing the appliance to maintain a comfortable balance in your home. Ideal for areas of heavy moisture, clean and fresh air re-circulation, and even used to extend the life of solid hardwood floors by maintain shape and integrity with the controlled moisture levels in the environment, dehumidifier installations are on the rise.
Control the moisture levels throughout your home, business, or commercial space by incorporating the utilization of a dehumidifier. If you are considering the installation of a whole house dehumidifier in your home, allow our expert technicians to provide guidance throughout the process, from installation to annual maintenance, Air Conditioning and Heating, Inc. is the preferred provider for all your home comfort needs. We take pride in providing residents with exceptional customer service, professional installations, and maintenance as the trusted local source for Air Conditioning & Heating services for over 35 years.
How Often Should You Have Your Air Conditioner Serviced?
Spring has finally arrived and warmer weather is upon us. With the temperatures rising, it's as as easy as a call to your local Air Conditioning & Heating Company to avoid any uncomfortable days in your home or business due to an an inefficient HVAC unit.
Heating and air conditioning equipment, for the best outcome, should be inspected twice per year. The heating system should be checked in the fall and the air conditioning system checked in the spring, in advance of extreme warm or cool temperatures.
Air Conditioning & Heating, Inc. offers customers an Annual Maintenance Program for peace of mind and the most efficient and effective use of their home or business heating and cooling systems. Call (850) 267-3538 to schedule your spring air conditioning maintenance service with Air Conditioning & Heating, Inc. - Your trusted local Air Conditioning and Heating Company, servicing all of Okaloosa and Walton Counties for more than 35 years!
Your Next Heating & Cooling System May Be Under Your Feet
Have you ever considered what type of heating and cooling system to utilize for your future home or business? With so many options at your fingertips, the best choice may just be located under your feet!
Ground-source heat pumps, also know as geothermal heat pumps, utilize the grounds temperature by transferring heat to or from the ground. Geothermal heat pumps can heat, cool, and even supply hot water to a home.
According to Energy.gov there are 5 major things you should know about Geothermal heat pumps before you start comparing your next HVAC unit.
- Geothermal Heat Pumps Can Be Used in Any Climate
According to a report by the U.S. Department of Energy, more than half of the Geothermal Heat Pump shipments in 2009 went to 10 states, to include Florida.
- Open and Closed-Loop Systems are Available
Most Geothermal Heat Pumps in the U.S. use ground heat exchangers to circulate fluid through a closed-loop design.
- Geothermal Heat Pumps are a Long-Term Investment
Initial costs associated with the installation of your GHP are several times higher than your traditional HVAC unit but within 10 years your energy savings will exceed your financial output.
- Geothermal Heat Pumps Reduce Peak Electricity Demands and Carbon Emissions
More efficient, these units can help reduce carbon emissions.
- Geothermal Heat Pumps Create U.S. Jobs
Buy local, the majority of the parts of GHPs are manufactured in the U.S. and installation creates a demand from the local economy.
Smart Thermostats | Energy Efficient & Flexible
In a world of fast paced technological advances, it seems like the natural choice for your thermostat upgrade would be a Smart Thermostat. But what makes a thermostat smart?
Most homeowners are of the mindset that saving money is smart and if a thermostat that can be updated, adjusted, and managed from an app on a smart phone or mobile device and hence saving money by way of efficiently heating and cooling a home or business, we are ready to upgrade! Most basic models are equipped with Wi-Fi circuitry to allow for easy communication between your home network, internet, and most convenient your mobile device.
If you’d like your home to be set at the perfect temperature when you arrive home from work or vacation, a smart thermostat should be a strong consideration. Love audio commands? Think Alexa voice service, then a smart thermostat should be on your honey do list. DIY projects don’t scare you in the least. You’re getting warmer, no pun intended, a smart thermostat will fit right in as your home or business air conditioning and heating control system. Want to install your smart thermostat on your own? Depending on the wiring of your existing thermostat most common thermostats can be easily upgraded. However, for those with a multi-component HVAC system, Air Conditioning and Heating Inc. offers professional HVAC technicians for installation to avoid any damage to your system.
PC Magazine offers insight into the world of control communication and features some of the top 2019 Smart Thermostat products, prices, ratings, and editors’ ratings for your consideration.
Allergy Relief from Duct Cleaning
Air Conditioning & Heating, Inc. has been in business for 34+ years, we look forward to servicing your home or business’s air ducts year after year. As suggested by our team of professional technicians, standard duct cleaning should be performed every 7-10 years and price is determined by the number of units and air registers in your home or business.
Over the past three decades, we have had many cases where our customers thought they were suffering from extreme seasonal allergies, even having visited with medical professionals about their symptoms, but received no to little improvement. Then it happens, usually in less than one week, we receive a call from our customer mentioning how much their families/employee’s allergy symptoms have subsided since our team performed a deep clean of their home or office’s air ducts, referencing air magic.
According to the EPA, indoor air quality is a top five environmental risk to public health, since levels of air pollution inside a home can be up to 5x higher than outdoor levels. Air ducts can be viewed as the "lungs" of your home or business and breathing contaminant free air is essential for optimal health. Air duct cleaning is the process of properly removing dust, bacteria, debris, pollutants, pet dander, and even mold from the air duct re-circulation system as air pollutants can trigger allergies, asthma, and a variety of respiratory conditions. A quality air duct cleaning includes the cleaning of the air handler, registers, grilles, fans, motors, housings, and ducts of your HVAC unit.
Breathe easy and proactively schedule your air duct cleaning before the upcoming allergy season with Air Conditioning & Heating, Inc., the Emerald Coast's leading HVAC professionals. (850) 267-3538.
Bronz-Glow Salt Damage Protection
Air Conditioning & Heating, Inc. is proud to be the world’s largest Bronz-Glow authorized dealer. Our team exclusively uses their highest grade Bronz-Glow Gold Corrosion Protection. On Average competitive product manufacturers have a salt spray rating of less than 800, ACHI’s Husky Bronz-Glow delivers a powerful salt spray rating of 6,600. Their premium product provides the greatest advantage around beach, Gulf, or bay air corrosive environments, with 7-8x stronger results than most standard AC systems and a 2-3x longer life expectancy near these locations. All units are coated with climate controlled specialized equipment to ensure longevity and consistency.
Bronz-Glow maintains efficiency while extending the useful life of machinery in various types of industries including papermills, wastewater treatment plants, mass-transit systems, telecommunications, government and missile assembly installations, and residential facilities. For any equipment or surface exposed to corrosive moisture, chemicals, or temperature extremes, Bronz-Glow is the guaranteed way to preserve and protect your investment.
For 30+ years we have researched the best value products for people who live near the Gulf, and we proudly stand behind Bronz-Glow. Nothing safeguards surfaces and equipment more effectively than Bronz-Glow protective coatings. For more information, enjoy this video.
What’s Cooler Than Being Cool? Carrier’s Cool Cash Rebate Special!
We are all looking for ways to save money and stretch our budget, and rebates are a great way to do so with Carrier’s Cool Cash. Now is your time to get Cool Cash rebates up to $1,650 with 0% financing on qualified home comfort systems from Carrier, the proven innovator in the heating, air-conditioning and refrigeration industries since 1902. Being more efficient with your air conditioning and heating, means spending less on it.
Air Conditioning & Heating, Inc’s promotion offers homeowners a rebate for purchasing a qualifying Carrier product or a qualifying unit and control. That means if you are looking to upgrade your HVAC system, you could be eligible to receive money back. Don’t miss out on this cost-reducing special that provides efficiency, reliability, and savings!
Purchase a qualifying heating or cooling product before Cool Cash ends! Rebates valid until November 15, 2018. Equipment must be installed and rebate claimed before December 15, 2018, by 6 p.m CST. To capitalize on savings. You may even qualify for financing options, as well. Contact your local Carrier experts at Air Conditioning & Heating, Inc for complete details on all our rebate and financing options.
How Much Money Can I Get Back?
The amount you will receive in the rebate depends on the system’s SEER rating – or how the Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) rates the energy efficiency of the system. A product with a higher SEER rating means the more energy efficient it is, and the higher the rebate.
Be sure you are purchasing a system that has qualifying SEER rating, not just a unit. Replacing only the outdoor unit and leaving the existing evaporator coil will provide an unknown efficiency level, which would disqualify you for any utility rebates and Cool Cash.
Purchase a qualifying heating or cooling product before Cool Cash ends to get in on the savings. You may even qualify for financing options, as well. Turn to your local Carrier expert for complete details on all our rebate and financing options
Now Honorably Serving Panama City & Panama City Beach – Hurricane Michael
In the aftermath and devastation of Hurricane Michael, Air Conditioning & Heating, Inc is expanding its services to families and those in need impacted by the unfortunate events of the strongest hurricane on record to ever hit the panhandle. Air Conditioning & Heating, Inc has proudly served the Emerald Coast since 1983, and was recently awarded the 2018 President’s Award. For 34+ years we have earned our customers trust as the leader in the area and genuinely plan on assisting our neighbors to the east with services now available in Panama City and Panama City Beach.
Our hearts and prayers are with the residents of Panama City and Panama City Beach. Rest assured Air Conditioning & Heating, Inc will do everything in our power to bring you back some normalcy.
HVAC Safety After a Hurricane
If your HVAC system sustained potential threatening winds or was possibly damaged due to inland flooding, it will NEED to be inspected by a professional and possibly repaired or replaced. We ask you please do not power it on yourself.
Major things to consider following a destructive hurricane are power surges, debris, flooding, and refrigerant damage. If floodwater has moved into either the indoor or outdoor units of a split system even by a small amount, there is a potential for refrigerant leaks. The system will then require a major repair or full replacement. If the refrigerant system remains intact after the flood, the entire system should be cleaned, dried and disinfected. You should also have our professionals check the unit’s electrical and refrigeration connections, including all control circuits.
Give us a call today and one of our local experts will assess your damage.
(850) 267-3538