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Why a Refrigerant Leak Can Mess With Your Home Heating

December 28th, 2020
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When you hear the term”refrigerant” you are likely to think of air conditioning systems rather than heaters. Refrigerant is that trusty transfer medium that carries heat out of your home–so what does it have to do with keeping you warm in the winter? It’s a good question with a great answer: your heat pump uses refrigerant!

That’s right, your heat pump, which you know can both cool and heat your home, does its job through the use of refrigerant. So when your system springs a refrigerant leak, it is just as much of a problem now as it was four months back. Let us give you some more details about the issue with a heat pump refrigerant leak so you know why you should schedule a heater repair in Winder, GA with us.

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Gift Yourself an Effective Heater

December 14th, 2020
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All the focus right now is going to be on getting gifts for your loved ones. It is okay to get yourself a little, or big, something too! Investing in a good heating system for your home can be a great gift that everyone will enjoy.

A new heater can allow you to enjoy an end to this year and a start to the next one that is enjoyed in optimal comfort. If this sounds like a great idea to you, then read on to discover how to tell if you need a replacement and what your options are.

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How to Help Your Heating System Without Increasing Your Bills

November 30th, 2020

Shorts weather is gone. It is now jeans, thick socks, cozy sweater, scarf, and possibly a beanie to top it all off weather. While your outfit may depend on your tolerance to the cold, one thing that is going to be pretty standard across the board is that we all want to keep our homes warm and cozy this time of year. But how can you do that without creating a big bill at the end of the month?

Everyone here at American Comfort Heating and Cooling wants you to know that we are here to help with your comfort and your peace of mind as well. That means that you can come to us for great ideas on how to get the most out of your heating in Lawrenceville, GA without spending your life savings. Check out our helpful tips and services below.

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3 Reasons Your Heater Needs Repairs

November 16th, 2020
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The temperatures in Atlanta aren’t exactly frigid like they might be for our northern neighbors. However, things are cooling off which means it is important to ensure your heater is in good condition. If your furnace isn’t up to snuff though, you will want to schedule an HVAC service in Atlanta, GA to address the problem.

What we are talking about of course is heater repair services. A malfunctioning heating system isn’t going to offer the comfort that a system that is in prime condition would. That is why you should schedule repairs as soon as you notice the need for them.

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5 Reasons to Schedule Heater Maintenance

November 2nd, 2020
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Have you noticed that your thermometer is started to take a downward turn? It can be a great relief from the heat that we’ve been experiencing. However, it can also serve as a reminder that it is time to schedule maintenance for your residential heater to ensure that it is ready for whatever the winter season is going to bring.

Getting maintenance done on your heating system on a regular basis each year is going to ensure that your heater is better able to get the job of keeping your home warm done. But let us give you a bit more detail about why this heater service in Atlanta, GA is so important.

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5 End-of-Season AC Repairs

October 19th, 2020
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When you go on a long road trip across multiple states and then loop back to return home, do you just leave your car to rest for several months after putting it in park? We certainly hope you’d say no. When you put a machine like your car through a heavy amount of use, it is likely a good idea to have a professional give it a look to make sure it doesn’t need any major repairs.

The same mindset should apply to your air conditioner. We are all starting to prepare for the cooler temperatures that the fall season will bring with it. While this does mean that your air conditioner is going to be “resting” for a few months, it doesn’t mean that it might not need an air conditioning repair in Winder, GA before you shut it down. Heavy use throughout the summer may have created problems that you should address before you shut your AC down for the next several months.

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Does Your Heat Pump Need Help?

October 5th, 2020
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Your heat pump is ultimately your best defense against having to deal with an uncomfortable home. With its many perks, your heat pump has the ability to provide incredible year-round comfort without costing you the entirety of your life savings. But this doesn’t mean that this system is infallible.

A heat pump, just like an air conditioner or furnace, can and will develop repair needs. That’s just the reality of it. If you need heat pump repair in Winder, GA it is going to be beneficial to get the issue taken care of in a timely manner. These are some of the repairs that your heat pump may need.

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5 Tips to Help You Save Energy

September 21st, 2020
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Keeping your home comfortable shouldn’t mean that you have to destroy your life savings. Especially with how much extra time many of us are spending at home, affordable comfort is vital. A good Gainesville, GA HVAC system should be able to provide you with comfortable home cooling while ensuring your monthly bills don’t spike.

If you have noticed that your monthly bills are increasing but your home comfort isn’t where it is meant to be, this isn’t something to ignore. Thankfully, we have some great tips to help you save energy and save some cash too without compromising your comfort.

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Why You Need to Check Your AC Filter

September 7th, 2020

Have you ever thought about what goes on inside your air conditioning in Atlanta, GA? If not, we don’t blame you, not a lot of individuals do! That’s our job. However, our job is also to give you the tools to make sure your AC system works well. That is why we want to tell you more about the best defense against dirt-based problems in your AC unit: your air filter.

Believe it or not, this little membrane has a big job to do. Let us tell you a bit more about why your air filter is so important to your comfort and your air conditioner’s operation.

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The Problem With a Dirty Evaporator Coil

August 24th, 2020
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Do you know what the evaporator coil in your air conditioner does? This part of your system is responsible for cycling refrigerant so that it can absorb heat from the air blown over the coils. This coil is quite vital to the cooling process. With that said, it makes sense that when something goes wrong with the coil, it will impact the comfort in your home.

But, wait, can dirt really have that big of an impact on your air conditioner? The truth is, yes, when dirt starts to collect on your evaporator coil it is going to hinder the cooling process. Here is the reason why a dirty evaporator coil is such a problem and how to avoid it.

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