Moon's Air Blog: Archive for the ‘Air Conditioning’ Category

How Long Will My AC Installation Appointment Take?

Monday, September 2nd, 2024
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When it’s time for a new air conditioner, there are many considerations. What type of system do you need? What size? What brand? How much does it cost? How energy-efficient is it? Even after you finally make a decision, the process isn’t complete. Now you have to schedule the installation!

For an average homeowner, this process only occurs every ten or twelve years or so, because that’s about how long an air conditioner can last. But for us, we do it every day. So when you have a question, such as, “How long will my AC installation appointment take?” we’ve got solid answers for you.

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Getting AC Repair ASAP Will Save You Money—Here’s How

Monday, August 19th, 2024
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Air conditioners can cost a pretty penny. Then there are the operating costs, the amount you pay for the electricity to run the air conditioner. Heating and cooling account for a huge portion of the energy used in American homes! Then, if your air conditioner is having some sort of problem, there’s the cost of having it repaired. It’s understandable that you’d want to avoid these costs.

The trick is that you’ll actually spend more if you postpone AC repair. So as soon as something seems wrong, you should get it checked out by a qualified technician. Why would getting AC repair right away help you to save money? There are a few ways that delayed repair raises air conditioning costs. Here’s the info.

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Why You Need Professionals for AC Maintenance and Repair

Monday, August 5th, 2024
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Today’s homeowners have greater access to information than ever before in human history. If you suspect something is wrong, you can read articles from hundreds of experts with just a quick tap of your fingers on a device you can fit in your pocket! And if you want to learn a new skill for a DIY project, there’s no shortage of how-to videos on the internet.

Here’s the thing, though: some home projects are perfectly reasonable to do yourself. Freshening up a room with a coat of paint, for example, or giving your kitchen a facelift with new cabinet doors—these things don’t come with serious risks. But when it comes to your air conditioner, you need to be more careful. Only trust professionals for AC maintenance and repair. Here’s why.

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Why Is There Ice on My Air Conditioner?

Monday, July 22nd, 2024
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Life is hectic, and sometimes we find ourselves rushing from one urgent situation to another. Routine things like AC maintenance can be forgotten. And if something is odd or slightly concerning—if, for example, there’s ice on your air conditioner’s evaporator coils—you might ignore it or put off dealing with it because it doesn’t seem like an emergency yet.

This can lead to much bigger problems developing! Catching an issue early will help you to keep the problem small and easily repaired. And ice on your air conditioner is definitely the kind of concern that will get worse if you don’t get it fixed. So where did this ice come from anyway?

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Is Something Wrong with Your AC—Or Is It Something Wrong With the Ducts?

Monday, June 24th, 2024
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When your home isn’t getting cool enough during the heat of the summer, or you’re hearing strange sounds from your HVAC system this time of year, you’re likely to assume that you need air conditioner repair. And maybe you do! But there’s another possibility. Your air conditioner could be fine, and instead you might have a problem with your ductwork. 

Some of the symptoms of an AC problem and a duct problem can be quite similar. And either way, you need a qualified HVAC technician to get to the bottom of the issue and resolve it. How can you tell if the problem you’re having means you need AC repair or duct repair? Here are some clues to consider.

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Did Your AC Get Off to a Bad Start in the Summer Weather? Let’s See What’s Wrong…

Monday, June 10th, 2024
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In our climate, air conditioning isn’t a luxury. It can be necessary for your health and well-being, especially if your family includes anyone very young, elderly, or with certain health conditions. When that heat first hits, you need your air conditioner to be ready to keep up with it.

But what if your AC is just not getting the job done, or is having problems? Then it’s vital to get that air conditioner the help it needs. This will prevent the situation from getting bad enough that the AC breaks entirely, leaving you sweating and suffering while you wait for repairs.

What should you do if your air conditioner is struggling already, when summer’s barely started? We’ve got some helpful tips.

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Common AC Troubles That Can Happen Because of Neglecting Maintenance

Monday, May 27th, 2024
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You’ve been told that air conditioners require maintenance. You probably know that it should be done every year, and that most people have it done in the spring, just before the air conditioner needs to be in good condition to take on the heavy summer workload. 

But why does an AC unit require annual maintenance? What will happen if you don’t have it done? Serious AC troubles can result. Here’s what we mean.

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How Keeping the Thermostat Higher Can Reduce AC Repairs

Monday, October 2nd, 2023

Your air conditioner is powerful, but it has its weak points. One of those is freezing up, which causes mechanical damage and can result in frequent condenser replacements (and that isn’t exactly cheap). Instead of encountering those problems, you can do one little trick: increase your thermostat temperature.

It not only avoids air conditioner repair in Bossier City (at least as often as possible; you can’t avoid all of them), but it can save you money on a daily basis. Let’s talk about exactly how upping the temperature helps.

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Here’s What Happens When AC Maintenance Is an Afterthought

Monday, September 18th, 2023

Your air conditioner runs throughout the year, and its operation fades into the background. We take it for granted and don’t realize just what’s happening mechanically. Your AC goes through its paces, and it needs a tune-up to make sure it’s ready to go for another round next summer.

When you get AC maintenance in Shreveport, it should always be to prevent problems from popping up in the first place. With a proactive plan in place and routine tune-ups, your system will stand a fighting chance, but without that, this is what you can expect to happen.

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Early Signs of AC Repair

Monday, August 21st, 2023

Your air conditioner gives you signals when something isn’t okay. Some of them are subtle, but other ones force you to notice them. In any case, they all require air conditioner repair in Shreveport, but it’s still important to know what to look for just in case. Here’s what you need to know.

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