Yost & Campbell Heating, Cooling & Generators Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Air Conditioning’

Improve AC Performance with Timely Upgrades

Monday, March 13th, 2017

Air_Conditioning_Air_Conditioner_Repairing_Service_Cold_Temperature_Work_Tool-meMost homes in the area need a functioning air conditioner to make it through the summer. Air conditioning is more than just a luxury when the temperatures shoot towards 100 degrees and higher, and the more a prudent homeowner can do to ensure efficient and stress-free air conditioning performance, the better. Now is the time to act, since the weather will remain comparatively cool for a few more weeks and allow residents to schedule service at their leisure.

In addition to more immediate concerns, such as setting up service to check for any problems in need of immediate corrections, an upgrade to the air conditioner can do wonders for its performance and cost effectiveness. Upgrades can be installed in the existing system without much trouble, providing new features as well as greater efficiency. Every home is different and what works for one may not work for another. A few examples of AC upgrades can provide a good basis to begin consideration.

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How to Get Your Air Conditioner Ready for Spring

Monday, February 13th, 2017

Air_Conditioning_dreamstime_xl_16226383It may seem odd to think about air conditioning in the middle of February, but warm weather will be here sooner than it seems and proper preparation can save homeowners a great deal of money. Homeowners who can anticipate any problems with their air conditioning systems and take a few simple steps to get their systems ready will find the frequency of problems diminishing in the summer. A properly prepared air conditioner will also save money on monthly bills and suffer less strain overall.

Some steps require professional service, while others can be conducted by the homeowners themselves.

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Now Is the Time to Schedule Maintenance on Your Heating System

Tuesday, September 6th, 2016

Labor Day marks the unofficial end of summer, and while Yonkers, NY may have a few warmer days left, autumn weather will be here quickly. Most heating systems in the area have likely sat unused for months, which can cause significant problems when they are turned on during the first cool day of fall. Dust can build up inside the system, clogging burners and creating friction on any moving parts. Wear and tear can be exacerbated by long periods of disuse, and no homeowner wants to discover a major component malfunction just when temperatures are going down.

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Factors to Consider with a New Air Conditioner

Monday, August 15th, 2016

August is usually the time when prudent homeowners in Yonkers, NY take a long hard look at their air conditioners and determine whether a replacement is in order. If your old system is ready to go, you’ll likely want to plan for a replacement in the off-season, when you won’t have need of air conditioning and can plan the operation at leisure. Now is the time to start thinking about key aspects to a new system you might need. A good AC service can give sound advice on which models work best for your home, but there are a few general guidelines for you to start thinking about right now.

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How to Improve Your Air Conditioner’s Efficiency

Monday, August 8th, 2016

Your air conditioner is called upon to perform every day during our hot Westchester, NY summers. We usually have to pay extra in monthly bills to cover the additional work required by the high temperatures. But that can blind us to the fact that we may be paying too much sometimes. You can take steps to improve your air conditioner’s efficiency that could do wonders for the bottom line. Here’s a quick list of some of them for you to consider.

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What to Do When Your Air Conditioner Won’t Turn On

Monday, August 1st, 2016

Some signs of air conditioning trouble are subtle and hard to spot. This isn’t one of them. When you air conditioner won’t turn on, or shuts off unexpectedly in the middle of a cycle, you know you’ve got problems. White Plains, NY gets very hot in the summer, and only a few hours without air conditioning can be worse than uncomfortable: it can result in heat stroke or other health issues for your family. When the system breaks down, you need to make sure you keep as cool as possible until we can arrive to perform air conditioning repairs. Here are some concrete steps to take whenever your AC shuts off unexpectedly.

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Keep Those Summer AC Bills in Check

Monday, July 18th, 2016

Summers in Westchester, NY can be surprisingly hot and muggy, and your air conditioner needs to perform every day in order to keep your house cool and comfortable. But doing so can cost you an arm and a leg in monthly bills, and even raises the specter of a breakdown, resulting in a very expensive repair bill. You can keep those summer bills in check with a few handy tips. Some of them you can do completely on your own, while others require the services of a professional. We’ve provided a brief list of them below.

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Sizing Matters with Your Air Conditioner

Monday, July 4th, 2016

Summer has arrived in Yonkers, NY and if you’re thinking about replacing an old air conditioner, now is the time to do it. A new system can use its energy much more efficiently than an old one, and the savings would likely start as soon as you have your new unit installed. As you make those preparations, however, pay close attention to the power levels of your new one. It needs to be sized very carefully to fit the needs of your home.

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3 Ways to Spot Trouble with Your Air Conditioner

Monday, June 27th, 2016

Summers in Westchester, NY are hot and muggy, and you need your air conditioning system to function as expected pretty much every day between now and September. When trouble arises, you need to call on a qualified air conditioning service to get it fixed, but how can you tell if there’s trouble afoot? You’re not an air conditioning expert, and unless the system flat-out refuses to turn on (which is a fairly common indicator in and of itself), you may have no idea that there’s any trouble until it’s too late. You can get a jump on any serious issues by looking for signs of trouble before it shuts the system down. It can make a huge difference if you know what to look for.

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Tuesday, May 31st, 2016

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