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What are the typical life expectancies of A/C or heating units?
HVAC systems are durable if maintained properly. They can last from 12 to 20 year. A few units that I have maintained are now approaching 30 years. However, this is rare. Here are some things you should know about replacing an air conditioner, or heater.
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What does SEER actually mean?
The Seasonal Energy Efficiency Rating (SEER), measures an air conditioner's efficiency. Units with higher numbers use less power. A HVAC system's SEER will be affected if it is correctly installed and the right amount of air conditioning. SEER roughly equates to the vehicle's claimed fuel economy. For some conditions, 30 MPH may be possible. However, this is not possible during rush hour.
What does HSPF actually mean?
Similar to SEER HSPF stands to Heating Seasonal Product Factor. It is an efficiency rating for furnaces and heaters that shows how efficient they can be. The more efficient a system is, the higher the score. HSPF is a ratio between the BTU (British Thermal Units), heat production and the watt hours of electricity consumed.
What is included with heating and cooling tune-ups?
We recommend that HVAC systems be serviced in the milder autumn and spring seasons, before the heat of Summer or the blasts from Winter. Find out the details of heater performance tuneups and air conditioner tuning-ups. Regular maintenance is also important to preserve the warranty on your heater and air conditioner. The HVAC maintenance guide is available for more information.
Why do I have to change my filter every other day?
Regular filter replacement ensures that your cooling and heating system work at their best and indoor air quality is maintained. You need to change your filters often to maintain proper airflow. Your service technician will be able to recommend filters and purification options as well as a replacement schedule.
How often should I change my filters?
We recommends you change your disposable filters at minimum once a season. Washable filters should only be cleaned once every month. We AC & Heating technician recommends a replacement schedule to achieve the highest efficiency and filtration of your system. We A/C and Heating offers maintenance checks to help maintain your system. We offer the Peace of Mind Protection Plan, which includes checking and cleaning your HVAC system twice per year. You will need to change the filters and service your filtering system as part of the service. Our service should be sufficient unless there are exceptional circumstances. We recommend that filtering equipment and filters be checked monthly. If filters are dirty or stained, they must be changed or cleaned. How to replace an air filter at home and where to buy air filters in Fort Bend County. Instructions for cleaning mini-split filters are also available.
What does MERV actually mean?
MERV is an acronym which stands for minimum efficiency reporting values. The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers, ASHRAE, created a MERV measurement scale (1-16), which is used to assess the effectiveness of filters. The higher the value, the more efficient an air filter. However, it will make it harder for your system to draw the air through the system. We recommend between 7-11 MERV filter for most situations.