http://www.aycair.com/rss.cfm All Year Cooling News en-us Wed, 08 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Wed, 08 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Published by ADVANTAGESERVICES.NET 84 Going green has been a worldwide initiative that has many homeowners and businesses alike committed to reducing their impact on the environment Its been labeled as a responsible choice and has many people wondering what they can do to jump on board whether... http://www.aycair.com/99-All-Year-Cooling-and-Going-Green AC627AB1CCBDB62EC96E702F07F6425B Wed, 08 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Is mold taking up residence in your home? Do you notice a musty odor in a certain part or parts of your home? Do you notice greenish or brownish marks on your A/C vents walls or other areas in the house? If you suspect that you have a mold problem it... http://www.aycair.com/98-Dont-Live-with-Mold ED3D2C21991E3BEF5E069713AF9FA6CA Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Floridas all-star second baseman and All Year Cooling sponsor Dan Uggla is a two-time all-star and is considered as one of the games top second basemen But hes also about to make history with one more home run Uggla currently sits at 29 home runs Ifhe... http://www.aycair.com/97-Dan-Uggla-on-the-Brink-of-History E2EF524FBF3D9FE611D5A8E90FEFDC9C Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0400 For those of you who dont know the State of Florida is offering a rebate of up to $1500 to homeowners who purchase and install a qualifying energy efficient air conditioner between August 30 and December 31 of this year The air conditioner must havean... http://www.aycair.com/96-Available-Funds-for-Florida-A-C-Rebate-Drop-$100,000-on-Day-One 26657D5FF9020D2ABEFE558796B99584 Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0400 In Friday nights 7-1 win Florida second baseman and All Year Cooling sponsor Dan Uggla hit his 29th homerun of the season His 29 homers are good for fourth in the National League and his 83 RBIs are good for ninth The two-time all-star second baseman... http://www.aycair.com/95-Dan-Uggla-Hits-29th-Homerun-Over-the-Weekend 812B4BA287F5EE0BC9D43BBF5BBE87FB Mon, 30 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0400 In the four series that he was under center Miami quarterback Chad Henne was impressive last Saturday night in leading his team to 17 points including two touchdown passes to tight end Anthony Fasano In the teams third preseason game many expect Henne... http://www.aycair.com/94-Chad-Henne-Set-to-Face-Atlanta-in-Preseason-Contest F4B9EC30AD9F68F89B29639786CB62EF Fri, 27 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0400 You should never have to replace your refrigerant If refrigerant levels in your system are low it may be indicative of a leak Before you add more refrigerant the leak needs to be fixed Avoid contractors who would simply pour more refrigerant into the... http://www.aycair.com/93-When-Should-You-Replace-Refrigerant? 98DCE83DA57B0395E163467C9DAE521B Wed, 25 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Miami quarterback and All Year Cooling sponsor Chad Henne impressed a lot of people in Saturdays preseason contest in Jacksonville Hennes final stat line read: 11/14 for 151 yards 2 touchdowns and no interceptions He finished the day with a quarterback... http://www.aycair.com/92-Chad-Henne-Looks-Good-in-Preseason-Contest 92CC227532D17E56E07902B254DFAD10 Tue, 24 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0400 One of the best ways to control your allergies is to keep a clean home These tips are not intended to replace a consultation with your doctor but taking a few simple steps around the home can go a long way in making your home more welcoming to thosewith... http://www.aycair.com/91-Tips-for-Fighting-Allergies-Around-the-Home 54229ABFCFA5649E7003B83DD4755294 Fri, 20 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0400 When customers turn to All Year Cooling for a new air conditioner theyre provided with plenty of choices Trane Rheem and Carrier are All Year Coolings featured brands but we also feature a host of other brands as well You can check out the wide array... http://www.aycair.com/90-Variety-at-All-Year-Cooling 8613985EC49EB8F757AE6439E879BB2A Thu, 19 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0400 R-value is a term used to describe the thermal resistance of insulation To put it in practical terms the deeper the insulation the higher the R-value Minimum or recommended R-values are set by building codes as well as the Department of Energy In South... http://www.aycair.com/89-What-is-R-Value? 7647966B7343C29048673252E490F736 Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Since taking over as the cleanup hitter all-star second baseman and All Year Cooling sponsor Dan Uggla has been among the National Leagues top hitters Hes now hit 27 homeruns (seventh most in the game) 81 runs (tied for sixth in the game) 75 RBIs and... http://www.aycair.com/88-Dan-Uggla-Extends-Hitting-Streak-to-Eight-Games 2A38A4A9316C49E5A833517C45D31070 Tue, 17 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0400 As part of our commitment to our customers All Year Cooling offers a free diagnosis of your air conditioner for our new customers! Well even give you a free quote of the repair costs And well do all of this even if you dont use us to repair the problem... http://www.aycair.com/86-Free-Service-Calls-for-Our-New-Customers 93DB85ED909C13838FF95CCFA94CEBD9 Mon, 16 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0400 All Year Cooling is proud to announce that Chad Henne Miamis talented young quarterback will be sponsoring our company Look for Henne in print ads radio ads and/or television commercials for All Year Cooling in the near future Henne was a second round... http://www.aycair.com/85-Miami-Quarterback-Chad-Henne-to-Sponsor-All-Year-Cooling 3EF815416F775098FE977004015C6193 Fri, 13 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0400 With a greater importance placed on indoor air quality many homeowners are looking for ways to improve the quality of their indoor air More emphasis is placed on filtration and consumers are often interested in new and unique ways to kill the various... http://www.aycair.com/84-Will-Ultraviolet-Air-Filtration-Achieve-Cleaner-Air? 68D30A9594728BC39AA24BE94B319D21 Thu, 12 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Taking on Stephen Strasburg Washingtons young phenom pitcher on Tuesday Dan Uggla finished his night 2 for 3 with a double a homerun two runs scored and four RBIs The Fish went on to win 8-2 and increased Strasburgs ERA from 232 to 307 The victory was... http://www.aycair.com/83-Dan-Uggla-Comes-Up-Big-Again FE9FC289C3FF0AF142B6D3BEAD98A923 Wed, 11 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Your air ducts are a vital part of your air conditioning system and keeping them clean is important Many experts recommend having your ducts cleaned every two to three years but that often varies depending on usage the environment and the conditionsof... http://www.aycair.com/81-How-Often-Should-You-Clean-Your-Air-Ducts? 43EC517D68B6EDD3015B3EDC9A11367B Tue, 10 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0400 This year All Year Cooling is donating the air conditioners for Habitat for Humanitys Broward County projects Were proud to have the opportunity to be associated with such an upstanding organization in Habitat for Humanity and to contribute to theirwork... http://www.aycair.com/82-All-Year-Cooling-and-Habitat-for-Humanity 9778D5D219C5080B9A6A17BEF029331C Mon, 09 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0400 It was recently announced that the Miami HEAT will open their season at Boston in the first game of the NBA season As proud sponsors of the HEAT All Year Cooling is excited for the season to get underway with the new Big Three taking on Bostons title-winning... http://www.aycair.com/78-Miami-HEAT-Opening-NBA-Season-Against-Boston 35F4A8D465E6E1EDC05F3D8AB658C551 Fri, 06 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Theyve been on the airwaves for a while now but if you havent seen Dan Ugglas All Year Cooling commercials check out this preview! The commercials have appeared during games and on local stations in South Florida Were proud and thankful to be associated... http://www.aycair.com/79-Dan-Ugglas-All-Year-Cooling-Commercials D1FE173D08E959397ADF34B1D77E88D7 Fri, 06 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0400 R-22 refrigerant was used widely throughout the HVAC industry before the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) called for its phase out Beginning January 1 2010 newly manufactured systems cannot contain R-22 refrigerant and instead must contain an approved... http://www.aycair.com/77-Why-is-R-22-Refrigerant-Being-Phased-Out? 28DD2C7955CE926456240B2FF0100BDE Thu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0400 When Dan Uggla homered on San Diegos Kevin Correia in the sixth inning on July 31 he became Floridas all-time leader in home runs The home run in San Diego gave Uggla 144 for his career surpassing former Florida third baseman Mike Lowells 143 with the... http://www.aycair.com/76-Congratulations-to-Dan-Uggla:-Floridas-All-Time-Home-Run-Leader FBD7939D674997CDB4692D34DE8633C4 Wed, 04 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Finding ways of cutting costs around the house is important for many individuals interested in saving money The good news is that you dont have to embark on some long home improvement project or spend any money at all to see your energy costs dropWhile... http://www.aycair.com/75-Slash-Your-Energy-Bills D09BF41544A3365A46C9077EBB5E35C3 Tue, 03 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Since you were little your parents have likely preached to you the importance of taking care of your things Whether it was toys your bike or your first car youve likely been taught to take care of and protect your belongings The same lessons can still... http://www.aycair.com/74-Should-You-Opt-for-a-Preventative-Maintenance-Agreement? AD61AB143223EFBC24C7D2583BE69251 Mon, 02 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Mold can have adverse health effects for many individuals The effects of mold may vary from one person to the next but those affected are not limited to the young and elderly or those with certain existing health problems While these groups are often... http://www.aycair.com/73-Test-for-Mold D2DDEA18F00665CE8623E36BD4E3C7C5 Fri, 30 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Our plan for succeeding in the air conditioning industry has been simple from day one We strive for the highest quality most ethical and trustworthy service in the entire industry This dedication to customer service and satisfaction has been our MO for... http://www.aycair.com/72-The-All-Year-Mission 32BB90E8976AAB5298D5DA10FE66F21D Wed, 28 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Cleaning your ducts may have a significant impact on your homes overall indoor air quality All Year Cooling utilizes the Rotobrush to gently brush away dirt dust and other debris on the walls of your air ducts and vacuums the debris out of the system... http://www.aycair.com/71-All-Year-Coolings-Duct-Cleaning-Service E2C420D928D4BF8CE0FF2EC19B371514 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Indoor air quality is an important part of your air conditioning system According to the EPA indoor air quality may actually be worse than outdoor air quality in some cases This will depend on several factors of course but it brings to attention theimportance... http://www.aycair.com/70-What-Can-You-Do-About-Indoor-Air-Quality? 7CBBC409EC990F19C78C75BD1E06F215 Fri, 23 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Everybody likes to save money We check for the latest deals at the market keep an eye out for the lowest gas prices in town and look for the best value when its time to make that big purchase But when the lower prices sacrifice quality and long-termvalue... http://www.aycair.com/69-Choose-Your-HVAC-Contractor-Wisely 14BFA6BB14875E45BBA028A21ED38046 Thu, 22 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0400 According to the EPA indoor air may be up to five times more polluted than outdoor air That surprises a lot of people but the fact remains that indoor air pollution may be greater than outdoor air pollution and in many cases deserves the homeowners attentionWe... http://www.aycair.com/68-Would-UV-Air-Filtration-Benefit-You? A3F390D88E4C41F2747BFA2F1B5F87DB Wed, 21 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Your air conditioner keeps you cool and comfortable in the extreme South Florida summer temperatures but its also likely the biggest energy consumer in your home Air conditioners that were installed just five or ten years ago may already be outdatedand... http://www.aycair.com/67-Is-It-Time-for-an-A-C-Upgrade? 735B90B4568125ED6C3F678819B6E058 Tue, 20 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0400 It seems like everybody is going green these days On a larger scale clean energy has been discussed a great deal in the news and government programs both federal and state have been implemented throughout the country to encourage spending on more energy... http://www.aycair.com/66-More-Tips-for-Going-Green 3295C76ACBF4CAAED33C36B1B5FC2CB1 Mon, 19 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0400 While some filtration systems require cleaning every three months depending on usage and room conditions such as Tranes Clean Effects the majority of filters require cleaning or changing every month If you are unsure of how often to change your filter... http://www.aycair.com/65-Change-or-Clean-Your-Filter-Once-a-Month FC490CA45C00B1249BBE3554A4FDF6FB Fri, 16 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0400 High levels of humidity can make it feel warmer than the thermometer indicates Floridians are familiar with the heat index which combines the temperature and the relative humidity to determine the feels like temperature outdoors Just as high levels of... http://www.aycair.com/64-Controlling-Your-Indoor-Humidity EA5D2F1C4608232E07D3AA3D998E5135 Thu, 15 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0400 As of the early morning there are no tropical cyclone formations in the Atlantic So with no tropical storms or hurricanes ready to strike why is this the perfect time to install a new generator? Because with no real urgency to install a generator companies... http://www.aycair.com/63-Now-is-the-PERFECT-Time-to-Install-a-New-Automatic-Standby-Generator 03AFDBD66E7929B125F8597834FA83A4 Tue, 13 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0400 NOAA recently released an article on their website pertaining to staying healthy in the summer heat Among those states famous for its warm weather is obviously Florida Taking the necessary steps to avoid heat related illness is very important but often... http://www.aycair.com/62-NOAAs-Recommendations-for-Staying-Healthy-in-the-Heat 44F683A84163B3523AFE57C2E008BC8C Mon, 12 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0400 As an Official Sponsor of the Miami HEAT All Year Cooling is thrilled to hear that LeBron James has decided to team with Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh in Miami With three Olympic Team members joining forces the HEAT instantly becomes a contender if notthe... http://www.aycair.com/61-LeBron-James-Joining-the-Miami-HEAT 7F39F8317FBDB1988EF4C628EBA02591 Fri, 09 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0400 In the first two parts we went over the various steps you can take around the house to lower your energy bills and discussed some home improvement projects that may prove very effective in keeping energy costs down Another great way to lower energy bills... http://www.aycair.com/59-Keep-Energy-Bills-Low-This-Summer-Part-3-3 093F65E080A295F8076B1C5722A46AA2 Thu, 08 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Dan Uggla went 3 for 3 with a double drew a walk and scored a run in Floridas 4-0 victory late Wednesday night in Los Angeles (Thursday morning for us in South Florida) Uggla has been hitting well of late boasting a 545 batting average in his last six... http://www.aycair.com/60-Dan-Uggla-Comes-Up-Big-in-Florida-Win 072B030BA126B2F4B2374F342BE9ED44 Thu, 08 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0400 In part one that was posted yesterday we went over some basic steps you can take around the house to help keep energy bills down in the hot summer months In addition to lifestyle adjustments like turning the thermostat up a couple degrees and using ceiling... http://www.aycair.com/58-Keep-Energy-Bills-Low-This-Summer-Part-2-3 66F041E16A60928B05A7E228A89C3799 Wed, 07 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Energy efficiency is important this time of the year The warm weather forces your air conditioner to work harder and the chances are that the hot outdoor temperatures have forced you to turn your air conditioner lower Fortunately there are several steps... http://www.aycair.com/57-Keep-Energy-Bills-Low-This-Summer-Part-1-3 72B32A1F754BA1C09B3695E0CB6CDE7F Tue, 06 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0400 All Year Cooling is proud to announce that it is an official sponsor of the Miami Heat! We are excited about this new partnership and look forward to our association with the Heat in the upcoming basketball season Expect promotions this season in which... http://www.aycair.com/56-All-Year-Cooling-is-an-Official-Sponsor-of-the-Miami-Heat 9F61408E3AFB633E50CDF1B20DE6F466 Fri, 02 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0400 From St Lucie County to northern Monroe County All Year Cooling dispatches a fleet of over 75 GPS-tracked vehicles to provide our customers with expert installation repairs and service Since we opened our doors in 1973 we have made customer service and... http://www.aycair.com/54-All-Year-Cooling-Serves-South-Florida-From-Top-to-Bottom A684ECEEE76FC522773286A895BC8436 Tue, 29 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Your ductwork is what carries air throughout your home Ductwork that is efficient will distribute air with greater success keep all rooms of your home consistently comfortable and help lower your energy bills Repairing air leaks and improving your ductworks... http://www.aycair.com/53-Benefits-of-Efficient-Ductwork D82C8D1619AD8176D665453CFB2E55F0 Mon, 28 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Everybody knows that your vehicle needs routine maintenance to keep it running properly and to ensure its longevity What many do not realize is that your air conditioner greatly benefits from routine maintenance visits as well All Year Coolings preventative... http://www.aycair.com/52-Its-Hot.-Your-A-C-is-Working-Hard.-Keep-it-Running-with-Preventative-Maintenance. 9A1158154DFA42CADDBD0694A4E9BDC8 Fri, 25 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0400 As a thank you to our Facebook followers All Year Cooling is giving away an iPad to one lucky individual once we reach 500 fans Thats right; the first 500 individuals to Like All Year Cooling on Facebook will automatically be entered to win a free iPad!... http://www.aycair.com/51-Like-All-Year-Cooling-on-Facebook-and-Be-Entered-to-Win-an-iPad 2838023A778DFAECDC212708F721B788 Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Several types of mold exist that may create health risks for you and/or your family This entry is not intended to be alarmist but rather to inform our customers of how to determine if they have mold and how to prevent mold from becoming a problemTheair... http://www.aycair.com/50-All-Year-Coolings-Free-Visual-Mold-Evaluation-and-How-to-Prevent-Mold C0C7C76D30BD3DCAEFC96F40275BDC0A Wed, 23 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Yesterday marked the first day of summer but temperatures have consistently reached into the 90s for some time now Today at AYC headquarters in Plantation Florida outdoor temperatures are 91 degrees with a heat index of 99 degrees One of the most common... http://www.aycair.com/49-Its-Officially-Summer-Lower-Your-Cooling-Costs F457C545A9DED88F18ECEE47145A72C0 Tue, 22 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Old inefficient filtration is often to blame for poor indoor air quality Correct Filters are up to 600% more effective in trapping dust and up to 30% more effective in trapping harmful particles than many standard filters A patented sealing technology... http://www.aycair.com/48-Cleaner-Air-with-Correct-Filters 642E92EFB79421734881B53E1E1B18B6 Mon, 21 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0400 High humidity is nothing new in South Florida Our high humidity levels are what makes it feel like 98 degrees when thermometers read ten degrees cooler as it does now at AYC headquarters in Plantation What a lot of people do not realize is that humidity... http://www.aycair.com/47-Lower-Indoor-Humidity-this-Summer 67C6A1E7CE56D3D6FA748AB6D9AF3FD7 Fri, 18 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0400 To put it simply ENERGY STAR is an internationally recognized standard for energy efficiency The program began in the early nineties as a means of reducing energy consumption among consumers and for curbing greenhouse gas emissions Since its beginnings... http://www.aycair.com/46-What-is-ENERGY-STAR? D9D4F495E875A2E075A1A4A6E1B9770F Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0400 As the energy efficiency movement continues to grow consumers will look for new ways to reduce their energy consumption and cut their monthly energy bills Two-stage cooling is a popular choice among consumers looking to improve the energy efficiencyof... http://www.aycair.com/45-What-You-Should-Know-About-Single--and-Two-Stage-Air-Conditioning 6C8349CC7260AE62E3B1396831A8398F Wed, 16 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0400 The high today is 92 degrees and according to Weathercom it currently feels like 100 degrees outside Tomorrow the high is one degree greater Residents in South Florida do not have to be told just how hot the summer can be and are generally very savvy... http://www.aycair.com/44-The-Hot-Months-Have-Arrived-Is-it-Time-to-Insulate-Your-Home? F7177163C833DFF4B38FC8D2872F1EC6 Tue, 15 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0400 When it comes to air conditioning and indoor air quality All Year Cooling has you covered We offer a wide array of services and products to keep your air conditioner operating at peak performance and to keep the air you breathe clean and healthy Preventative... http://www.aycair.com/43-AYCs-Large-Selection-of-Air-Conditioning-and-Indoor-Air-Quality-Services 17E62166FC8586DFA4D1BC0E1742C08B Mon, 14 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Last night in the ninth inning of a close game with a division rival Dan Uggla stepped up to the plate and hit one over the fence in Philadelphia His solo homerun was his 14th of the year and put the Fish up 2-0 to secure the win The victory comes after... http://www.aycair.com/42-Dan-Uggla-Homers-in-Ninth-to-Secure-Win A1D0C6E83F027327D8461063F4AC58A6 Fri, 11 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0400 A reliable air conditioner is obviously important to stay cool this summer but there are further steps you can take to ensure that you and your family keep cool this summer without breaking the bank Taking the time to seal windows and doors with caulking... http://www.aycair.com/41-Beat-the-Heat-this-Summer 3416A75F4CEA9109507CACD8E2F2AEFC Thu, 10 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0400 When you purchased your air conditioner you were probably given a manufacturer parts warranty as well as coverage for your compressor These are valuable tools that protect you in the event of an unexpected breakdown or system malfunction that requires... http://www.aycair.com/40-Why-Choose-an-Extended-Labor-Warranty? D645920E395FEDAD7BBBED0ECA3FE2E0 Wed, 09 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0400 As anybody living in South Florida should be aware the hurricane season has arrived Around this time every year responsible residents begin accumulating supplies in case a storm comes our way sometime between June 1 and November 30 Water ice batteries... http://www.aycair.com/39-Hurricane-Season-is-Here D67D8AB4F4C10BF22AA353E27879133C Tue, 08 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0400 All Year Cooling is proud to announce that Dan Uggla a two-time All-Star second baseman will be sponsoring our company! Youll soon see Uggla in television ads on the radio and in print advertisements around South Florida promoting All Year Coolings unmatched... http://www.aycair.com/38-Dan-Uggla-to-Sponsor-All-Year-Cooling A5771BCE93E200C36F7CD9DFD0E5DEAA Fri, 04 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0400 As of January 1 of this year in accordance with the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) newly manufactured air conditioners may not use R-22 refrigerant R-22 is considered an ozone-harming HCFC and is being phased out over the next decadeIn... http://www.aycair.com/37-The-R-22-Refrigerant-Phase-Out-and-You A5BFC9E07964F8DDDEB95FC584CD965D Wed, 02 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Indoor air quality is an important issue that has been given added attention in recent years This report from the EPA indicates that median indoor concentrations are one to five times the median outdoor concentrations of many hazardous air pollutants... http://www.aycair.com/36-UV-Air-Filtration-and-the-Fight-Against-Poor-Indoor-Air-Quality 19CA14E7EA6328A42E0EB13D585E4C22 Tue, 01 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0400 All Year Cooling stands behind every installation we perform Quality installation and customer service are the foundations upon which our company is built Our guarantee states that if a customer encounters a problem resulting from our installation we... http://www.aycair.com/35-All-Year-Coolings-Guarantee 1C383CD30B7C298AB50293ADFECB7B18 Thu, 27 May 2010 00:00:00 -0400 If your air conditioner decides to go kaput this summer no doubt it will be on the hottest day of July or August Anybody who has ever sat in a warm humid house in the hottest months can attest to the importance of avoiding this dreadful scenario Dont... http://www.aycair.com/34-Preventative-Maintenance:-Avoid-A-C-Breakdowns-this-Summer E369853DF766FA44E1ED0FF613F563BD Wed, 26 May 2010 00:00:00 -0400 For most South Florida residents the summertime means higher energy bills The higher summer temperatures make your air conditioner work harder and more often to cool down your home and keep it that way but there are a few things you can do around your... http://www.aycair.com/33-Summer-Energy-Saving-Tips-for-South-Florida 182BE0C5CDCD5072BB1864CDEE4D3D6E Tue, 25 May 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Choosing a good air conditioning contractor is a great first step in upgrading your air conditioning system To reach maximum efficiency an air conditioner must be installed correctly Make sure you choose a contractor whose technicians are well-trained... http://www.aycair.com/32-Choosing-the-Right-Air-Conditioning-Contractor 6364D3F0F495B6AB9DCF8D3B5C6E0B01 Mon, 24 May 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Its a problem that all consumers will inevitably face An expensive piece of equipment begins to show its age and youre left to decide whether to fix the problem or replace the old equipment altogether Before you rush to any hasty decisions take a few... http://www.aycair.com/31-Should-You-Repair-or-Replace-Your-Air-Conditioner? C16A5320FA475530D9583C34FD356EF5 Fri, 21 May 2010 00:00:00 -0400 All Year Cooling is on board with the worldwide movement to go green We try our best to recycle as much as we can from the cardboard box an air conditioner is shipped in to the old unit were replacingWe even have a Green Efforts Team in place responsible... http://www.aycair.com/30-All-Year-Coolings-Green-Initiatives 34173CB38F07F89DDBEBC2AC9128303F Thu, 20 May 2010 00:00:00 -0400 HR 5019 also known as the HOME STAR Energy Retrofit Act of 2010 (Cash for Caulkers) passed the House of Representatives on May 6 The House version of the bill must be reconciled with the Senate version and the reconciled bill must be passed by both houses... http://www.aycair.com/29-House-Passes-HOME-STAR-Energy-Retrofit-Act-of-2010 6EA9AB1BAA0EFB9E19094440C317E21B Mon, 17 May 2010 00:00:00 -0400 The following are some common air conditioning terms that will make life easier when considering replacing an old a/cSEER: Stands for seasonal energy efficiency ratio This is the cooling output (measured in Btu) over the course of a cooling season divided... http://www.aycair.com/27-Air-Conditioning-Terminology-101 02E74F10E0327AD868D138F2B4FDD6F0 Thu, 13 May 2010 00:00:00 -0400 As part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 homeowners who purchase a new air conditioner before December 31 2010 may qualify for a federal tax credit of up to $1500 The credit is calculated as 30% of the cost of the air conditioner... http://www.aycair.com/28-Which-Air-Conditioners-Qualify-for-the-Federal-Government-Tax-Credit? 33E75FF09DD601BBE69F351039152189 Thu, 13 May 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Your filter is an important part of your air conditioning system It takes tiny particles of dust and dirt out of the air so you and your family can breathe better Some filters are built to catch viruses and bacteria for added protectionYou should always... http://www.aycair.com/22-How-Often-Should-You-Change-Your-Filter? B6D767D2F8ED5D21A44B0E5886680CB9 Thu, 06 May 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Who among us wouldnt want to save money? Your energy bill is probably one of your highest monthly bills so its a good place to start cutting costs There are a lot of things you can do to keep energy costs low like turning off lights when you leave the... http://www.aycair.com/21-Cut-Cooling-Costs-and-Save-Energy 3C59DC048E8850243BE8079A5C74D079 Wed, 05 May 2010 00:00:00 -0400 A new air conditioner is likely one of the most expensive investments youll make for your home so youll want to make sure you choose the appropriate modelFirst of all make sure that you choose an air conditioner of the appropriate size for your homeAll... http://www.aycair.com/20-Choose-Your-New-Air-Conditioner 98F13708210194C475687BE6106A3B84 Tue, 04 May 2010 00:00:00 -0400 The belief that bigger is better does not apply to choosing an air conditioner Most can see how an air conditioner that is too small will provide inadequate cooling and comfort An air conditioner that is too small will be working overtime to keep the... http://www.aycair.com/19-Do-Not-Choose-an-Oversized-Air-Conditioner 1F0E3DAD99908345F7439F8FFABDFFC4 Mon, 03 May 2010 00:00:00 -0400 In their 10 Tips for Hiring a Heating and Cooling Contractor Energy Star recommends to Study up This means looking up licensing and insurance requirements for contractors and knowing the model number of your current equipment to help the contractor... http://www.aycair.com/13-Energy-Stars-Guide-to-Hiring-a-Heating-and-Cooling-Contractor C51CE410C124A10E0DB5E4B97FC2AF39 Thu, 29 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400 As of January 1 2010 newly manufactured air conditioners cannot contain R-22 refrigerant Instead they must contain alternatives such as R-410A also called Puron by some manufacturersThe reason or this is that R-22 is considered an HCFC that is harmful... http://www.aycair.com/14-Why-is-R-22-Refrigerant-Being-Phased-Out? AAB3238922BCC25A6F606EB525FFDC56 Wed, 28 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400 For our new customers we will provide a free diagnosis of a malfunction or problem as well as a free quote of the repair costs This is a service that nobody else in the area offers which we are proud to say sets us apart from the competitionWhats more... http://www.aycair.com/15-Free-Service-Calls-from-All-Year-Cooling 9BF31C7FF062936A96D3C8BD1F8F2FF3 Tue, 27 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400 These days it seems like everybody is going green Recycling was the original green movement but there are other things you can do around the house to reduce your impact on the environmentFor instance switch to CFL (compact fluorescent) light bulbs They... http://www.aycair.com/16-Go-Green-Around-the-House C74D97B01EAE257E44AA9D5BADE97BAF Mon, 26 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400 All Year Cooling utilizes AttiCat blown-in insulation from Owens Corning This is a fiberglass insulation that does not settle so that it maintains its insulating power The fiberglass material contains tiny air pockets that resist the passage of heatflowThere... http://www.aycair.com/17-What-You-Should-Know-About-Blown-In-Insulation 70EFDF2EC9B086079795C442636B55FB Fri, 23 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Youve probably heard of a two-stage air conditioner but if youre like a lot of consumers you have no idea what it is and what benefits it offers over a single-stage air conditioner and how it can reduce your energy billsThe two-stages refer to the speed... http://www.aycair.com/26-What-Benefits-Does-a-Two-Stage-Air-Conditioner-Offer? 4E732CED3463D06DE0CA9A15B6153677 Fri, 23 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400 The EPA recommends having air ducts cleaned if there is substantial mold growth inside hard surface (eg sheet metal) ducts or other components of your heating and cooling system Or if ducts are infested with vermin or if ducts are clogged with excessive... http://www.aycair.com/18-When-to-Clean-Your-Air-Ducts 6F4922F45568161A8CDF4AD2299F6D23 Thu, 22 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400 So you keep your air conditioner on 76 degrees while youre at home because any higher and you just cant stand it A lot of people dont realize though that turning their air conditioner up just two degrees to 78 may reduce their energy bills by about 10%The... http://www.aycair.com/25-Turn-it-Up-Just-Two-Degrees 8E296A067A37563370DED05F5A3BF3EC Wed, 21 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Nobody likes getting scammed It can cost you both time and money and is quite the unpleasant experience Unfortunately there are a lot of unscrupulous air conditioning contractors and other contractors out there with a mind only for making money at the... http://www.aycair.com/24-Beware-of-Dishonest-Contractors 1FF1DE774005F8DA13F42943881C655F Tue, 20 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Summer is fast approaching and a lot of homeowners condominium owners and apartment dwellers are wondering what they can do to reduce their energy bills Anybody who has spent a summer in South Florida realizes that this is the time when energy billscan... http://www.aycair.com/23-Why-Choose-a-Programmable-Thermostat? 37693CFC748049E45D87B8C7D8B9AACD Mon, 19 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400