Air Conditioning Articles

Your AC cannot make up its mind. One minute, it runs. Then it stops. Then it runs again.

Your air conditioner (AC) can do several things––keep your North Carolina home’s indoor air cooler than outdoor temperatures, help to keep indoor airborne allergens at bay, and help keep your home’s humidity low. But one thing it can’t do is kill mold.

According to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), high-efficiency air conditioners can reduce energy usage by 20 to 50 percent per year.

Spring is finally arriving in North Carolina! The days are getting longer, the flowers are blooming, and you’re probably already thinking about dusting off the patio furniture or tackling that messy garage.

A major part of your health relies on getting a good night’s sleep. That’s why it’s not just important to run your air conditioner during the hot summer days. You also need to keep your home comfortably cool at night as well.

You can spend up to 30 percent less to cool and up to 60 percent less to heat when you upgrade your AC system, according to ENERGY STAR®.

Today’s air conditioner (AC) is based on a prototype invented in 1902 by Willis Carrier, an engineer from Buffalo, New York. Unlike earlier forms of cooling, Carrier’s model controlled the temperature by removing heat and humidity from the air.  Below are some air conditioning basics.

The US Department of Energy (DOE) says air conditioning can account for 35 to 40 percent of your utility bill here in North Carolina. At Charlotte Heating & Air, we take energy efficiency seriously.

Did you accidentally stumble upon your air conditioning (AC) unit’s “winter weather” setting? Nope. You’re probably experiencing a freeze-up.

Can you imagine a scorching hot day here in Charlotte without air conditioning? During those dog days of summer, your air conditioning system can be your very best friend.

Everyone loves to save money, and it’s a good idea to review different aspects of your budget now and again to see if there are more opportunities you have missed in the past. In the springtime, considering how you can reduce your energy bills is always a great idea.

Though air conditioners are a major part of modern life, they hold many secrets few people know about.
Luckily, our team at Charlotte Heating & Air is ready to spill the beans.

Very few central air conditioners (AC) are whisper-silent. A certain amount of noise coming from your ductwork is not uncommon.

Our team at Charlotte Heating & Air wants you to be well-informed about your options, and those options include ductless air conditioning systems that can function as an air conditioner only or a heat source as well.

Summertime is the season for rest and relaxation—except when pollen decides to crash your party.

At the height of summer, the weather can get quite sticky here in North Carolina.

Your air conditioner collects dust and dirt continuously as it sits throughout the year here in North Carolina, not only in the months when it’s running. Though this tiny debris may not seem harmful, when it accumulates throughout the year, it can make its way into the cracks and crevices of your unit, as well as everywhere else. This creates gunk and wreaks havoc on the different parts involved in the cooling process. 

It’s normal for your air conditioner to create some noise when running—that simply means it’s working. Although older units are typically louder than newer ones, all air conditioning noises are not the same.

Are you shopping for a new heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system in Mint Hill, NC, or the surrounding area?

In the heat of the summer, it’s easy to assume that bigger is better when it comes to air conditioning (AC) systems. Obviously, if you have an air conditioner that’s too small in your Charlotte home, you will not be able to keep your temperatures consistently low even if the unit is running constantly. 

Some like it hot! Others, not so much.

As a homeowner here in North Carolina, it’s always a good idea to learn as much as you can about your appliances. That means knowing their basic operations, what features are included, and if any necessary upkeep is involved. Needless to say, this is no exception for your air conditioning (AC) unit.