Category: Air Conditioning

No doubt a lot of words come to mind when you think of your central AC system, but we’re betting that “plenum” isn’t one of them. Poor plenums of the world…so frequently overlooked by homeowners but doing so much to Read More

Do you ever look at your home’s exterior from the front and think: “Looks great except for one thing.”? That’s not uncommon. Nor is it when that one thing is your AC condensing unit. Beautiful landscaping everywhere else, lush lawn, Read More

It finally happened. That central air conditioning system you relied on for as long as you can remember finally oozed out its last ounce of cool air. And on one of the hottest and most humid days of the summer. Read More

Let’s briefly examine the whole concept of self-maintenance, focusing on those things you do just because you know it’s right. You cut your grass, for example, because if not you’ll have some very unhappy neighbors while losing a large measure Read More

The Benefits of Annual AC Maintenance “Ah, spring.”  A couple months later: “Summer’s finally here!”  A couple days later: “Quick, someone turn on the AC!” That’s a New York and Connecticut summer for you. Long-drawn out winters, summers that feel Read More

With or without central air conditioning, keeping cool during the dog days of summer requires a concerted effort and maybe even a little creativity. After all, not everyone has central air. Even if you do, AC systems sometimes break down Read More

Other than having a cold, what sorts of things are most likely to get you coughing and sneezing up a storm?  Actually, that’s a pretty long list, including plucking your eyebrow, sunshine, working out, scented candles, vacuuming your floors, a Read More

Starting in October or so, many outside air conditioning units will be decked out in their winter wear. They’ll be covered in some fashion, perhaps have brick or two on top to keep the cover in place, and/or be tied Read More