Tag: Refrigerant
R22 Refrigerant Phase-Out – What You Need to Know
If you have an older air conditioning system in your home, chances are good that it uses a refrigerant called R22 (sometimes called HCFC22 or freon). Unfortunately, this type of chemical coolant contains ingredients that have been found to be harmful to the Earth’s ozone layer. To counter this, R22 can no longer be produced
The Best Time to Tune-Up Your Air Conditioner in Phoenix
THE BEST TIME TO TUNE-UP YOUR A/C IN PHOENIX Summers in Phoenix can be brutal! With daily temperatures reaching as high as 120°F, it’s imperative that your air conditioning is working effectively to keep your home cool and your family comfortable. ACE Home Services is here for you, offering seasonal tune-ups to help keep your
Seven Ways Regular HVAC Maintenance Prevents Big Headaches
Some homeowners feel their initial investment in a complete heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) system – central air conditioner, air handler, and heating unit – is so high, that the system should take care of itself for a few years. Given a list of servicing plans, they may wonder, “Are HVAC maintenance plans worth it?” At ACE
Freon
Simply put, freon is used to cool warm air. Freon itself is a chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) and because of this it is being phased out of use in air conditioners. It cools the air through the HVAC unit’s compressor and system of coil by compressing R-22 gas until it is hot; at which point it moves
Is Your A/C Properly Maintained?
Summers in Arizona can be brutal, with daily temperatures reaching triple digits. As many residents know, one of the worst experiences is having to endure the summer heat without any air conditioning. If you’ve ever had your air conditioning system breakdown in the middle of a heat wave, then you know how frustrating this can
Dry Charged R22 Units
In the past several years, air conditioning manufacturers have begun building heat pumps and A/C units that don’t have refrigerant added. These units are often referred to as “dry-charged units.” Air conditioners that are dry charged can legally be sold throughout the United States, even though they are equipped to be used with older, dry
Causes HVAC Compressor to Burn Out & How Much it Costs to Fix
Typical air conditioning systems consist of four main parts: a compressor, a condenser, an expansion valve, and an evaporator. The compressor in your A/C is a pivotal part in the cooling process, in which it intakes freon (refrigerant) and compresses the gas into a high temperature and pressure. The compressor will then emit a hot
Why Won’t My Air Conditioner Work? Seven Common Causes & Repairs
The hard-working HVAC companies servicing Phoenix homes and businesses throughout the hot summers nearly always deal with the same seven problems. Central air conditioners are marvels of technology, but when one of these seven problems surfaces, not even the hardiest system will perform well. Seven Causes & Repairs For a Broken Air Conditioner If you’re
3 Signs Your A/C Needs More Refrigerant
If you notice that your air conditioning is not working properly, such as the air isn’t blowing cold, there are many possible factors that could have caused this. In many cases, all your A/C needs is more refrigerant! If this is the cause of your problem, then it’s time you call your local HVAC repairman
Why Is My AC Not Blowing Cold Air?
The office staff members answering customer calls at ACE Home Services often check off this concern: “Why is my ac not blowing cold air?”, which gets our HVAC technicians in the truck and on their way. Among HVAC companies in Phoenix, this is the most frequent call for help. In the high heat of summer,
