Residential and Commercial HVAC Services in North Fort Worth and Surrounding Cities

Since air conditioners cannot cool down a home in minutes, don’t allow the home to become uncomfortably hot. Air conditioners are designed to cool for a 20° change in temperature. For example, 100° air temperature would only be cooled to about 80°. Turning the AC off when leaving the house is inefficient and won’t keep the homeowners comfortable. It’s better to turn the temperature down to a manageable level so that the system does not have to work extra hard to cool the home down.

Change the air filter at least once every six months to help extend the life of the HVAC system. Changing the filter every three months is even better. All the air in a home circulates and re-circulates through the same filter. An air filter removes dust particles to keep the air the residents breathe clean, and when the filters become clogged, the system is less efficient and will cost more to operate. The system could fail if the filter is left unchanged for too long.

A tune-up is when an HVAC professional checks the critical components of the HVAC system and makes adjustments to keep it operating efficiently.

To ensure a system works efficiently, have it inspected and tuned up twice a year, preferably at the beginning of the heating and cooling seasons.

Start with the utility company; they can significantly help. Divide an energy bill by the square footage of livable space in the home. Calculate how much it costs to heat or cool each square foot. After calculating both values, ask the utility company what the area’s average cost per square foot is for that same period. Then compare.

A programmable thermostat will save a homeowner money. Programmable thermostats are designed to auto-adjust the temperature throughout the day, saving between 15 and 25% on cooling costs. When an HVAC technician installs the thermostat, ensure they place it in an area where the temperatures don’t fluctuate.

There are circumstances when A homeowner should consider replacing their HVAC system rather than replacing it, including:

• The system is more than seven years old and requires extensive repairs frequently

• The system when it stops working or fails to cool all areas of the home.

• The system runs excessively or constantly turns on or off, producing high utility bills

Most systems last about 10 to 20 years, and as the unit ages, production efficiency can lessen. The unit may be louder and need more repairs. When a unit shows its age, the homeowner can keep repairing the system or decide to replace it.

Replacing only the outdoor unit will reduce the initial investment cost; however, it could cost more in the long run in utility costs. It’s best to replace the indoor cooling coil with the outdoor unit.

Industry experts say that poorly installed ducts fail to heat or cool a home efficiently, costing the homeowner money. Before investing in a new system, call an HVAC expert to check the ducts.

Make sure that the air filter is clean. If it is not, then clean or replace it. Remove any debris or clutter from the area around the heater. Look over the heater’s service records; if, over the last year, there has not been a precision tune-up performed on the system, schedule one at the earliest opportunity.

Warm air rises and can sometimes cause a disparate difference between a home’s levels. To counteract that situation, the heating and cooling systems must be designed and installed correctly. If they were not installed to accommodate this phenomenon, some changes may be needed, including duct system modifications, an HVAC system, and zoning, including adding thermostats.

Most of the better-known brands are acceptable. The most crucial aspect of any heating and air conditioning system is not the brand but rather its proper installation. Installations that are appropriately designed and installed for easy maintenance will be winners. We work on all brands and pick the brand of equipment that best suits our customers’ needs and wants.

Modern heating and air conditioning systems are designed to be efficient. One way manufacturers achieve greater efficiency is to move more air. When more air is moved through the existing duct system, it makes a noticeable sound. If there are any holes or cracks in the duct system, it may whistle. Sound levels may be reduced by insulating ducts and plugging or sealing holes, gaps, and cracks.

When there are temperature disparities from room to room, it usually results from a poorly planned system. We can correct the situation by performing duct balancing, installing balancing dampers, a zoning system with additional thermostats, or even one or more additional HVAC systems.

Ensure enough combustion air is supplied to all natural gas appliances, including furnaces, water heaters, kitchen ranges, and gas clothes dryers. Don’t permit an automobile or truck to operate in an attached garage. Don’t operate portable propane heaters or cooking appliances in the home. Don’t operate small gasoline engines within the home or attached garage. Have us perform a combustion area zone test in the home. Install low-level Carbon Monoxide monitors with alarms in the sleeping room areas of the home.