Here’s some silent time lapse footage of Josh and Tim from Thomson Air Conditioning changing out an air conditioning condenser in Laguna Niguel, CA.
It’s not every day that you get to watch a residential AC job from start to finish, so here it is!
Now that temperatures start to rise we all start to look forward to warmer and sunny days. The weather becomes our friend again and brings spring and summer long. Though it might still be a bit early to go on holiday, most of us are dreaming of planning our next vacation with the family. Once we have clear blue skies, everything shines under better light, and those plans start to take a better shape.
We at Thomson Air Conditioning want to make your life as easy and as comfortable as possible for you and your family by giving you some tips on what to do before going on a holiday. Whether you’re going on a little getaway next weekend or if you’ve been making plans to go somewhere since last winter, these recommendations will not only let you enjoy your time more but it will also guarantee that everything at home stays just the way you left it.
A popular belief would be to turn the whole system off, however, we advise turning up the thermostat without turning the AC off. If you have a programmable thermostat you’re in luck. You can set it up to 80 degrees, and have it go as low as 70 degrees the day before you come back. This will not only help you save some energy, but it will also keep your AC in good shape. By not turning it off, you ensure that air keeps circulating throughout your house, and avoid condensation within the system.
Nothing worse than coming back from a lovely getaway and realizing you have to get an air conditioning Repair in Los Alamitos, CA. However, It’s still worth having it maintained by professionals before the summer starts so that you don’t have to spend a single day in unbearable heat due to an emergency repair.
It’s not like the temperatures are so low anymore for you to be concerned about having the pipes frozen, so checking for leaks or abnormalities might spare you a headache in the future. We advise closing the main water supply before leaving since there might be small leaks that you overlook and could turn out to cause extensive damage in the house. It will only take a couple of seconds and you will be saving thousands of dollars in repairs if something happens.
We can’t control the weather, but we can control how we react to it, or at least take some measures to prevent a stressful situation. Before leaving, you can get a pot with hot water, or a bucket full of water and pour it down the pump to check if it’s flowing through properly. A storm could come to your area and your basement could get flooded. We don’t want that, you don’t want that, nobody wants that. So why not take a couple of seconds to check everything is in order? You’ve waited long enough to get a break, a moment or two won’t make a big difference in your plans but it might help your home.
We at Thomson Air Conditioning pride ourselves on offering the best quality service. Whether you need an installation, replacement, or air conditioning Repair in Los Alamitos, CA, we’re always willing to help out and ensure that, neither you nor your family has to spend a day without being perfectly comfortable at your home. Give us a call at (562) 201-3014 today. Also, check out our blog on 9 HVAC Troubleshooting Tips to Keep You Warm This Winter for more useful advice!
Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value, or MERV for short, is a filter rating system invented by the American Society of Heating, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) to simplify filter efficiency ratings for the public.
The higher the MERV rating, the higher the efficiency of the air filter.
Simply stated, a MERV 12 filter will remove smaller particles from the air than a MERV 8 filter. For the consumer, this means that you now have the ability to effectively compare one filter to another. In general, any MERV 8 or 11 filter will perform about the same as any other MERV 8 or 11 filter, respectively.
The MERV rating only applies to efficiency. Additions such as carbon, Lysol anti-bacterial treatment, and Arm & Hammer baking soda are value-added benefits and are not an expression of the MERV rating system. If allergies or asthma are your concern, we suggest you choose a MERV 8 filter or higher.
Want to learn more about air conditioning efficiency? Check out our blog: What Is A SEER Rating?
Furnaces are rated by the Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency (AFUE) ratio, which is the percent of heat produced for every dollar of fuel consumed, or how efficiently a furnace converts gas into heating energy. Its AFUE rating is measured as a percentage.
Like the miles-per-gallon rating on your automobile, the higher the AFUE rating, the lower your fuel costs. An AFUE of 90% means that 90% of the energy in the fuel becomes heat for the home and the other 10% escapes up the chimney and elsewhere. According to the EPA- AFUE doesn’t include the heat losses of the duct system or piping, which can be as much as 35% of the energy for output of the furnace when ducts are located in the attic, garage, or other partially conditioned or unconditioned space. All furnaces manufactured today must meet at least 80% AFUE in the south and 90% AFUE in the North.
If your furnace is 1015 years old, it very well may fall below the current furnace minimum and waste energy – costing you money.
When shopping for high-efficiency furnaces and boilers, look for the ENERGY STAR® label. If you live in a cold climate, it usually makes sense to invest in the highest-efficiency system. In milder climates with lower annual heating costs, the extra investment required to go from 80% to 90% to 95% efficiency may be hard to justify.
This doesn’t mean that you should only select a furnace solely based on its AFUE rating. The efficiency rating is just one factor to consider when looking for a new furnace. Need to replace your heater? Learn more about the cost of furnace replacement here.
There’s nothing quite like having air conditioning issues in your home. Few issues that come up around a home are as annoying, frustrating and inconvenient as a broken or malfunctioning air-conditioning system. Unfortunately, we are all likely to deal with these issues at one point or another in our lives. The trouble is, once it happens to you, how do you know who to trust to be able to fix your issue quickly, responsibly and efficiently? Who is, in short, an expert in HVAC repair services in Hawaiian Gardens, CA? Let’s take a look at a few things to look out for when choosing a HVAC repair company.
Always do your due diligence when looking into the right company for your HVAC repair service needs. Check out review sites online, talk to neighbors and friends about their experiences, and check out the company’s website itself. Doing a bit of research upfront will most likely save you tons of headache down the road. Choosing the wrong company to entrust your repairs to can end up costing you big in the long run. Don’t make that mistake – get educated!
We all want a great deal. That’s true for just about anything, but the truth is, the lowest bidder is definitely not always the best choice, especially as it pertains to HVAC repair services. Instead, focus on how much value a company delivers for their services. The systems that keep you comfortable in your home are very complex, and because of that, you’ll want to ensure that you are entrusting their well-being to quality repair servicemen and women. Make sure your installers are fully insured, NATE certified and knowledgeable about your specific needs. You’ll thank yourself later!
A quality modern HVAC services company knows that replacement equipment needs to be set up to serve your family not just for today, but also for tomorrow as well. Find a company that offers future-proof solutions that meet the environmentally friendly standards of the future. “Green” HVAC systems are here now, and everyone is jumping onboard for the health and protection of our planet! Don’t get left behind; find a certified HVAC repair service that provides forward thinking solutions for you and your family.
Make sure when looking for the right company, to collect a written quote detailing the work to be done. Many less honest establishments will say one thing and do another if you let them, but this can easily be countered by having a written estimate of the work to be completed. An honest, upstanding company should have no problem providing this to you because they truly believe in their service and know it will go according to plan.
If you have a pressing need for HVAC repair services in Hawaiian Gardens, CA, give the experts at Thomson Air Conditioning HVAC a call today. We’ve been in business since 2005 delivering exceptional customer experience all along the way. We have over 250 5-star reviews on Yelp, and that number is growing every single day. Give us a call today to find out why.
COIL ADDED TO EXISTING EQUIPMENT
REWORKED FURNACE INSTALLATION
SIDE BY SIDE AMANA CONDENSERS
TWIN CONDENSERS
When we got the call for this add AC in Fountain Valley CA we couldn’t resist. We had been contracted to do a similar job for another unit in their home, and were ecstatic to go back and double their cooling capacity!
Here’s a brief overview of the work performed:
Modern central heating and air conditioning systems generally have the filter located as close to the blower unit as possible. The filter(s) can be located at the base of the air handler/furnace unit, in the cold air return duct located in your ceiling, or on your wall.
Dispose of the dirty filter in a bag to contain the dust.
Install the new or cleaned and dried air filter with the airflow arrow pointing toward the blower. Record the date and wash or change the filter within the recommended period. If you experience higher dust levels in your home due to changes in outside air, construction, or dry weather, you may need to change or wash your filter more frequently than the recommended period. For questions or concerns about the location or installation of the filter contact the HVAC manufacturer or give us a call. As a reputable HVAC contractor, we can make recommendations that are right for both you and your system.
Trying to keep your home cozy this winter? Here are some tips to get you started right away from us at Thomson Air Conditioning, offering residential HVAC services in Long Beach, CA. From easy steps like maximizing sunlight to sealing ductwork, we’ve put together a list of five great strategies to help you get more warmth into your home:
Older homes, especially in our area, were built for the warmer days of the year. Builders skimped on insulation, especially around basements and attics. We’ve heard stories of homeowners discovering newspaper and sawdust used as insulation in homes from the 1920s to 1960s before fiberglass insulation became more common. Consider adding insulation if you plan to stay in your home long-term, it will help store the heat this winter and keep paying off in the summer by keeping outside heat from getting inside when you run your AC.
You won’t have to adjust the heat all the time and will save money while keeping your home comfortable by installing a programmable thermostat. Energystar.gov says you can save about $180 a year by properly setting your thermostat. We recommend setting it to 68 degrees while you’re active around the house, and then between 60 and 62 degrees at night while you sleep. Studies show you actually sleep better with temperatures a little lower in the evening, and this will help cut your energy bill, too. When you’re away on vacation for a few days or more, turn the setting down to 55 degrees.
If you have furniture over your vents, it will be harder for your furnace to distribute heat around your home. It can also affect your furnace’s pressure and make some rooms feel chilly while others get more heat. At least for the winter, rearrange furniture so your system doesn’t have to work harder than necessary trying to compensate for these airflow blockers.
Even on a cold winter’s day, the sun still provides free heat to your home. Maximize this by openings windows in the morning. Close shutters, curtains, and blinds at night to keep that heat from escaping.
If you have ceiling fans in your home, don’t make the mistake of thinking they are just for summer use. You could be using them to keep your home cozy this winter. In the summer, fans circulate hot air up and away from the family, but you can use your fan in the winter, too. Switch the direction of your fan’s blades to push hot air down toward common areas by locating the reversal switch on the side of your fan. This simple tip could really help bring the warmth down, especially if you have high or vaulted ceilings where heat is getting trapped.
We hope you and your family have a comfortable winter. At Thomson Air Conditioning we offer residential HVAC services in Long Beach, CA, and surrounding areas at a reasonable rate. If you’re considering ways to improve your home’s efficiency, check out the Cost Benefits of Energy-Efficient Heating Systems to see how upgrading can save you money in the long run. Call us today to schedule a visit at (562) 201-3014. Check out our blog on 7 Causes of Temperature Imbalances in the Home for expert insights!
