8 Tips to Help Maintain Control of Your Cooling Bill

July 8, 2024

Some studies estimate that household cooling accounts for as much as 50% of your total energy bill over the summer. What many don’t know is that there are easy ways to help cut that bill down to protect your wallet over the hottest months. Follow these eight tips to maintain control over your cooling bills this summer. 1. Keep a Clean Air Filter Your air conditioner’s air filter will capture airborne contaminants before they can collect in your system and restrict airflow. Left neglected, however, they become the most common source of insufficient airflow. Plan to

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What Does a Standard AC Installation Entail?

June 14, 2023

Are you looking to install a new central AC unit or replace your existing unit? If so, you obviously want to know a bit about what you can expect and what all is involved in the process. Installing a new AC unit or an entire air conditioning system is a complicated process that involves several different steps, and today we’re going to explain what the steps are for AC installation and why each one is important. AC Sizing Whenever installing a new AC unit, the process always starts with evaluating the home to determine what

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Troubleshooting 6 Common AC Problems

May 3, 2023

When the temperature starts rising and you turn on your air conditioner, the last thing you want is a problem where your equipment isn’t properly cooling your home. A common knee-jerk reaction is a sinking feeling, wondering how much the repair is going to cost or if you’ll need a new system. Before allowing the stress to take hold, consider these six common AC problems and the best way to troubleshoot them. 1. AC Won’t Turn On The most obvious problem you’ll notice is when your unit won’t turn on. There are a multitude of reasons

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How Often Should You Have Maintenance for Your AC?

April 11, 2023

You don’t have to wait until summer temperatures rise to ensure that your air conditioning system is in good working order. As experts in the field, our technicians at Apollo Heating & Air Conditioning recommend regular maintenance that takes the guesswork out of turning on the cooling system. In addition, these maintenance appointments can extend the system’s lifespan. But how often is enough? Benefits of Regular AC Maintenance Knowing the benefits of regular maintenance appointments can help you gauge whether it’s time to call out our technicians. For example, one of the greatest benefits of AC maintenance is improved efficiency.

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4 Reasons to Upgrade From Your Window AC

September 13, 2022

People choose window ACs because they’re cheaper. However, they can cost quite a bit of money to run. They are also less energy efficient than a central air conditioner and thus cost more to operate. Maybe it’s time for you to upgrade from your window unit AC and get something more efficient! 1. They Can’t Cool a Large Room Many window ACs are designed to cool a single room. However, the cooling capacity gets drastically reduced if you try cooling a large room. Therefore, you may need to purchase more than one unit to do the

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Reasons for a Squeaking Air Conditioner

August 16, 2022

Squeaking is a common air conditioner sound, and there are several reasons why it occurs. Consequently, there are also several ways of dealing with it. Whether or not a squeak coming from your air conditioner is something to be concerned about depends upon when it occurs and how long it lasts. The Blower Belt One potential cause of squeaking in an air conditioner is a problem with the belt connecting the blower to the motor. When you have a belt-driven blower in your air conditioner, it will often become worn and slip over time. Fortunately, fixing

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Unclogging Your AC Drain Line

May 17, 2022

Your air conditioner has a drain line that can become clogged. This can cause trouble with your AC system and can cause damage to your home. There are a few easy ways to fix this problem. What Is an AC Drain Line? Your air conditioner removes humidity from your home. The moisture it collects is condensed on metal coils and falls onto a drip pan in the form of water. The drip pan funnels water into an AC drain line that removes it from your home. The AC drain line is wet and enclosed. This can

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Is a Window Unit Less Expensive Than an HVAC System?

April 11, 2022

With summer on the way, now’s the time that most homeowners start to think about their home’s cooling needs. And for homes without an existing HVAC system installed, this inevitably leads to one question. Is a window unit cheaper than an HVAC system? The answer, of course, depends on a variety of factors. Here’s an overview of the pros and cons of both solutions and an explanation of when each makes the best choice. Consider Your Cooling Needs The first thing you must think about to figure out if a window air conditioner or

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