Bob Mims Heating & Air Conditioning Blog : Archive for the ‘Air Conditioning’ Category

4 Reasons To Choose A Central AC For Your Next Installation

Monday, May 15th, 2023

If you’re shopping around for a new air conditioner, you probably already know that you have a wide variety of options. However, there is one in particular that is tried and true: the central air conditioner. In fact, there’s a high chance you already have one installed in your home.

Keep reading to learn more about why a central air conditioner is a great investment for your home if you are looking for an AC replacement. Then, give our team a call for air conditioning installation in Staten Island, NY. We are the experts in the area, and we would love to help you choose the perfect central air conditioner for your home and family.

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6 Sounds That Mean It’s Time for AC Repair

Monday, May 1st, 2023

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It can be very alarming if your air conditioner begins to make unusual sounds. You know that something is wrong, you just don’t know what. But we are here to help. You can keep reading to learn about six sounds that can indicate something is wrong with your AC.

Then, give us a call for an air conditioning repair in Staten Island, NY. No matter what the cause of an unusual sound is, our team can help you troubleshoot the issue and make sure that your AC is in great condition without risk of additional damage.

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4 Reasons To Go Ductless

Monday, April 3rd, 2023

Traditional air-conditioning units have ductwork that helps to channel air throughout your home. But more and more homeowners are turning to ductless AC in Staten Island, NY for their homes. Everyone has their own motivation to do so, but there are four compelling reasons that you might want to switch to ductless.

If you know that you’re going to need to replace your AC system in the near future, ductless options are definitely worth taking a look at. Keep reading to learn more about the benefits of ductless and why so many homeowners are making the switch.

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Answering Your FAQs About HVAC Replacement

Monday, March 20th, 2023

We get a lot of questions about HVAC replacement in the area. Before you make that kind of investment, you want to know what your options are, how much a new system will cost, and what the installation process is like. There are a lot of options on the market and you want to make the best decision, especially since your HVAC system is something you have to live with for 15 years or more.

If you’re thinking about an HVAC replacement in Staten Island, NY, our team is here to help. In the meantime, you can keep reading to get the answers to your frequently asked questions about HVAC replacement. Then, when you give us a call for your free assessment, you’ll feel prepared with a better understanding of what to expect.

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Two Ways to Get Zone Control In Your Home

Monday, September 19th, 2022

Wouldn’t it be nice to keep different areas of your home at different temperatures?
You could keep your home gym cooler to be more comfortable for working out. Or the person who is always freezing can crank up the heat in their room without sweating out the rest of the family.

We’ve got great news! It’s possible to set up a Staten Island zone control system for heating and cooling in your home. Let’s look at two ways to do it here!

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The Benefits of Regular Air Filter Changes

Monday, September 5th, 2022

The filter for your HVAC system is a more crucial part of your home comfort than you may realize. What’s more, dirty filters are often a primary cause of increased HVAC repairs and common air conditioner problems.

If you don’t change your HVAC filter regularly, you run the risk of higher energy bills, restricted airflow, and the need for otherwise avoidable repairs.

If you’ve ever looked into what you can do to help maintain your AC, then you’ve likely seen “change your filter regularly” at the top of the checklists. There aren’t a lot of HVAC repairs you can DIY, but you can replace your AC filter every so often and reap the rewards.

But what are the reasons for changing your air filter so often, anyway? Let’s look at some of the benefits that come with checking and changing this often underestimated part of your HVAC system.

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You Can Enjoy a Ductless AC In These Situations, Too

Monday, August 8th, 2022

It is rare to find two homes that are exactly alike with people who live there having the exact same comfort requirements. People and the places they call home are unique. And you deserve a comfort system that can keep up with your unique needs.

Let’s say you already have a working air conditioner in your home but it isn’t quite offering you enough help in some harder-to-reach areas. This is one of the many situations when a ductless system may offer some assistance.

Read on to discover how a ductless AC in Staten Island can provide additional support for your current home comfort system.

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3 Reasons Your Central AC Can’t Create Cool Air

Monday, July 11th, 2022

Having a reliable central AC in Staten Island is essential. New York summers are known for being hot and humid. If your AC suddenly stops cooling your home, it’s miserable.

We get a lot of calls in the summer from overheating homeowners with AC problems ranging from fairly easy fixes to total system failure. There are several reasons your AC may stop creating enough cool air to keep you comfortable, and most of them have one thing in common: ignoring the problem can cause bigger, more expensive problems.

You can prevent higher energy bills and maintenance costs by calling a professional as soon as you notice a problem. We’ve found that most AC systems that aren’t creating enough cool air tend to have one of the following three problems.

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Do You Need a New Thermostat?

Monday, June 13th, 2022

If there’s one element of your Staten Island HVAC system that needs more attention than the average person gives it, it’s your thermostat.

Many homeowners don’t realize the important part the right thermostat plays in their HVAC’s functionality.

Thermostats help you set the comfort level in your home; they have to be properly calibrated by a technician to ensure proper connectivity with your system.

Sometimes, homeowners reach out to us with problems they’re sure are internal, but it turns out their thermostat is to blame. Could yours be causing issues in your HVAC? Below you’ll find four signs that it’s time to replace your thermostat.

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Ice On Your AC Is Never Good

Monday, August 9th, 2021

You want your home to be nice and cool during summer. Your home should be a safe haven from the heat after all. That said, if your AC has gotten icy, it isn’t going to be a good thing for your comfort. We know that might sound counterintuitive but hear us out.

In most cases, the formation of ice is going to signal that things are really cold (ice in your freezer’s ice tray is exactly what you want during summer). And it is true that the ice in your AC is an indicator that the air is extremely cold. The problem here is that you don’t benefit from any of that cold air because it won’t ever reach you. Ice on your evaporator coil is actually going to hinder or comfort this summer not help it. We’ll explain why and tell you what to do about it.

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