Air Conditioning

Top 5 Air Distribution Issues in Commercial Office Buildings (And How to Fix Them)

Walk through any Nashville office building in July, and you’ll find a familiar scene: one department wearing sweaters while another three doors down is sweating. Poor air distribution doesn’t just create uncomfortable employees, it dri…

How To Choose the Right HVAC System for a Large Space

Maintaining a commercial building is complex, and business owners often need professional advice on how to choose the right HVAC systems for a large space. Although every project is different, maximizing comfort, energy efficiency, and reliability…

Why Your AC Isn’t Cooling Your Business Properly

When your air conditioner fails to cool your business space during the hot and humid months, it can be incredibly frustrating – not to mention the impact it can have on overall comfort and productivity. Here are seven common reasons why your AC mi…

Common AC Problem: Inadequate Cooling

During the summer, your air conditioner (AC) works harder and longer. That high demand may cause a problem to rear its ugly head. In this multi-part post, we’ll take a look at some of the most common AC problems, talk about the possible causes, a…

Common AC Problem: AC Doesn’t Cycle On

Common AC Problem: AC Blows Hot Air

Common AC Problem: AC Runs Continuously

Common AC Problem: Unit Shuts Off Repeatedly

Common AC Problem: Noises

Common AC Problem: External Fan Not Working

Why is AC Capacity Measured in Tons? And What is a BTU?

When sizing up a new air conditioner, heat pump, or HVAC unit, it is common to hear the pros throw around terms involving tonnage, saying for example, you need a 3-ton or 4-ton unit. For reference, 4 tons is about the weight of an adult elephant!…

Should I Turn Off My AC While On Vacation?

Cooling an empty house – either when you’re gone during the day at work, or when you’re away for an extended vacation – seems like a bad idea since it uses electricity and energy, and wastes money. So, it’s natural to assume that the best way to s…

Beware of Fake Refrigerants

Counterfeit and illegally imported refrigerants have existed in the HVAC industry for years. With R-22 increasing in price due to the government phase out (see previous post An Update on the Refrigerant R-22), people are doing anything they can to…

Causes of Refrigerant Leaks

Perhaps you’ve read or listened to one of our earlier posts entitled “Fix the Refrigerant Leak Now!” so you know how expensive refrigerant leaks can be! With the phasing out of R-22, a “shot of Freon” (as it is often …