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Summer’s Coming – A/C System Basics 101 and Pesky Drain Lines! | Boca Raton Air Conditioning Repair With the South Florida summer weather just around the corner, we though it may be helpful to provide a quick overview on A/C system basics as well as background on what is commonly a cause of frustration for […]

New DOE Energy Efficiency Ratings On January 1, 2023, the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) new minimum efficiency standards for residential split A/C systems went into effect.  These new regulations are part of the DOE’s ongoing initiative to reduce overall energy consumption in the United States.  Additionally, the DOE test procedures have evolved to be

Is it an A/C System or a Pool Heat Pump? What type of system consists of a thermostat, compressor, evaporator coil, fan, expansion valve, and circulates refrigerant types such as R410A? Many people would reply with the answer being a residential air conditioning system. While this is certainly correct, there is a second equally correct

How to Extend the Life of Your A/C System Air Conditioning (A/C) systems are somewhat significant investments that we cannot live without in sunny and hot South Florida.  Because the A/C systems in our living spaces are so indispensable, it is important to understand how to best take care of them.  Let’s briefly break down

A smart thermostat is a digital thermostat that offers a Wi-Fi connection and that you can use to control your home’s A/C system.  Through a free app that is downloaded to your smartphone, computer, or tablet, you can monitor your energy usage and if needed, adjust your home temperature.  Smart thermostats offer an assortment of features that keep your

Comparing your AC system to the Human Body. Many of our customers’ lives are filled with work, play, a variety of interests, and overall just enjoying the South Florida lifestyle.  Taking the time to study, research and become knowledgeable on Air Conditioning technology is understandably not a priority.  However, as we enter another hot South

Do HVAC U.V. Lights Actually Work? The idea of killing off the germs in your home just by shining a light into your air ducts admittedly sounds a little too good to be true, but HVAC U.V. lights really can improve your home’s air quality. In fact, these lights have been used for decades in

Similarities of Pool Heat Pump and Air Conditioning Technologies What type of system consists of a thermostat, compressor, evaporator coil, fan, expansion valve, and circulates refrigerant such as R410A?  Many people would reply with the answer being residential air conditioning systems.  While this is certainly correct, there is a second equally correct response – residential

Are Preventative Maintenance Programs for A/C Systems Worth It?

Key Use Models and Benefits of Ductless Mini-Split A/C Systems. Many years ago, the invention of central air conditioning was a game-changing innovation that transformed everyone’s daily lives.  Of course, in South Florida, it’s now unimaginable to live without air conditioning to keep comfortable and cool.  With the further advancement of technology over the years,