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Need To Upgrade Heating Equipment? A Central A/C System Will Influence Your Choice
by Greg Leisgang on May 17, 2012
A heating system is a long-term investment. You need to do all your homework to ensure that you have the right unit for your home. It will serve you for many years. Of course you'll look for an energy-efficient system, one with a high AFUE rating and the Energy Star label… read more »
Freon Changes Result In Trickle-Down Effect: What You Need To Know About Rising Prices
by Greg Leisgang on May 10, 2012
You already know that air conditioning your home is a sizable expense. But this year it may take an even bigger chunk of change. That's because the price of Freon refrigerant is expected to spike.… read more »
Seasonal Spring Tune-Up: A Necessary Service To Ensure Performance
by Greg Leisgang on April 25, 2012
No reasonably cautious person would take a vehicle on a long-distance road trip without a rudimentary check of the basics: engine, oil and other fluids, tires and exhaust. Likewise, a seasonal spring tune-up is necessary to ensure that your air conditioning system goes the distance this year, too.… read more »
Use These Guidelines For Winterizing Your Air Conditioner
by Greg Leisgang on November 4, 2011
In the fall, along with the other steps you take to winterize your home, you should also take certain precautions to prepare your air conditioner for the cold weather ahead. Properly winterizing your air conditioner using the following simple tips can protect it from potential damage, helping to ensure that it starts up smoothly again next spring.… read more »
Do Lifetime Costs Matter When Purchasing A Heating And Cooling System?
by Greg Leisgang on October 13, 2011
When you are shopping around for a new heating and cooling system, you may be tempted to use the upfront cost of the equipment as a major deciding factor. Because your HVAC systems have such a huge influence on your day-to-day comfort and your energy expenditures for years to come – often as many as 20 years – it's important to realize that upfront costs may not mean as much as you think when compared to the lifetime costs involved.… read more »
Repair Or Replace? Get Insider Secrets From JonLe Heating & Cooling
by Greg Leisgang on September 27, 2011
Your heating and cooling system plays an integral part in your daily life. It provides comfort and safety, protecting your family and belongings from the dramatic changes in Southern Ohio's climate. If your system is acting up, we’ve got a few questions you can use to discern whether it’s time to repair or replace it.… read more »
Upgrading Your Cooling Equipment? HVAC Lingo You Should Know
by Greg Leisgang on September 22, 2011
If your air conditioner hasn't been quite up to the task this Cincinnati summer, it may be time for an upgrade. Before you decide which new equipment is right for your home, it may be useful to understand a few key air conditioning concepts.… read more »
Are Heating And Cooling Needs Established By Degree Days? Find Out How To Assess Efficiency
by Greg Leisgang on August 29, 2011
During a hot Cincinnati summer, your air-conditioning system has to work harder on days when the average temperature is higher. The same is true in winter; the colder it is outside, the longer your heating system has to run to achieve the desired temperature inside your home. The difference between the average outdoor temperature and the desired indoor temperature is used to calculate degree days.… read more »
Summer Is In High Gear: Use These Operational Tips To Boost Your Air-Conditioning System
by Greg Leisgang on August 12, 2011
It's summertime in Cincinnati! As much as you may be enjoying the warmer temperatures, you are probably not enjoying the higher utility bill that comes with running your air conditioning system more frequently. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to help keep costs low, without sacrificing home comfort.… read more »
Why Should I Have Annual Service Performed On My Heating And Cooling Equipment?
by Greg Leisgang on July 28, 2011
Your heating and cooling equipment is a significant investment, and the best way to get the most for your money is to keep it in good shape. To that end, professional maintenance is an investment that pays off -- by warding off costly repairs and reducing energy waste -- and helps ensure that you experience uninterrupted home comfort.… read more »
Please explain the recent change in energy efficiency regulations for air conditioning equipment.
The new regulations, which went into effect in January 2007, raised the minimum efficiency required for new air conditioning equipment, specifically from 10 SEER to 13 SEER. (The efficiency of central air systems is regulated by the U.S. Department of Energy. Systems are tested and assigned a Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio.).
Manufacturers are no longer making 10-SEER systems. While the regulation is relatively new, we've recommended 13-SEER equipment and higher for years.
