FAQ

Yes, new units can operate as low as 59 decibels, which equates to conversational speech.

If your thermostat is blank, check the batteries. If your unit doesn’t run on battery power, there may be a tripped circuit breaker or a safety switch that has activated. If you have checked all of these potential issues to no avail, your thermostat may be broken. 

There are a few common causes that are easy to fix when your air conditioner is blowing hot air. First, check that your thermostat is not set to its heat setting and that the fan is switched “on.” Then, check your outside unit. If it looks clogged with dirt, leaves, or other debris, it could be affecting the cold air that it produces. The unit may also have lost power either at the breaker or because of an emergency shutoff switch.

Seer stands for seasonal energy efficiency ratio. The higher the seer the higher the miles per gallon and energy efficiency of your HVAC unit.

The humidity in the winter is much lower. Plus, when you heat the air in your house, it reduces the humidity even more.

You should never really have to put Freon/Refrigerant in your unit; it is a sealed system. If you are putting Freon/Refrigerant in your unit, it is leaking somewhere.

It depends on individual circumstances within a home. If you have pets, an older home, allergies, dust, then you may have to change your filter more frequently. Typically, a one-inch filter will last anywhere from 30 days to 90 days.

We typically see that these units last between 12 and 15 years when they are properly installed and have regular maintenance.

The answer is no. You will not have to replace your equipment but R22 prices will steadily rise.  When you do replace your equipment, it’ll have to go to an environmentally friendly disposal.

Your air conditioning can account for up to 70% of your utility bill.