Air Conditioning Articles

When it comes to your air conditioner (AC), a common term used in the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) business you are likely to see everywhere is your air conditioner’s SEER. But what exactly is SEER?

Environmental issues also play a significant part in not only your air conditioner’s performance but contribute to potential problems you may face. Our team of experts at A & L Heating and Air wants to help increase your awareness of some of these environmental factors.

Why should you get air conditioner maintenance now? Our team suggests having your Maryville home’s system maintained to be efficient for the hottest months.

When the weather gets really hot in Maryville, the last thing you want is a broken air conditioner. Many common problems with air conditioning systems can arise. Our team at A&L Heating & Air wants you to be aware, prepared, and ready to solve these air conditioning issues so you and your family can stay…

As a homeowner here in Tennessee, 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. How It All Began…

When an air conditioner (AC) turns on and off in rather quick successions, without running for longer periods, this is called short cycling. It’s fairly common, but when this happens it means there’s something wrong with your air conditioner. So what should you do? Don’t leave these occurrences alone. They will increase your energy costs,…

We at A & L Heating and Air wish you a happy summer here in Greenback, TN! We know you’ll probably have your air conditioner (AC) on for longer stretches of time. (We certainly will!) So we’ve provided this list of tried-and-true methods to reduce your energy consumption and save you money this season. 1.…

With all the options available for setting your programmable thermostat, it’s easy to get confused. Of course, this defeats the purpose of a programmable thermostat—it’s designed to for you to “set it and forget it,” making your life easier. It’s worth taking the minute or two it takes to read this to clear up anything…

Should you repair or replace? That’s always the big question when it comes to major home systems like air conditioning (AC). Repairs are easier on the pocketbook in the short run, but too many of them can add up. Deciding on the ideal time to replace your air conditioning system in Maryville can be a…

One way to save money this summer is by learning how to battle heat build up, or heat gain, in your home. By taking a few steps you can minimize the amount of heat that gets trapped inside. This trapped heat can cause your air conditioner to work harder and less efficiently. Here are a…