Bayonet Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning Blog: Archive for the ‘Air Conditioning’ Category

What’s the Best AC For My Florida Vacation Home?

Monday, June 5th, 2023

Many homeowners in Florida only live in their homes for part of the year and rent them out when they’re not living there. There are also people who own investment properties that serve as vacation rentals on home-sharing sites.

When it’s time to make a decision about what type of air conditioner to purchase, sometimes you need to take into account the people who’ll be renting out your home.

There’s nothing that can hurt a property on a rental site like a bad review that mentions a poorly functioning, inadequate air conditioner–especially in Florida. Let’s go over factors to consider when choosing an AC for a home that’s either a part-time home for you or a rental property 365 days out of the year.

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5 Common AC Repair Needs & What’s Behind Them

Monday, May 15th, 2023

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The hot weather has arrived in full force and by now, you’ve got a good idea of how well your air conditioner is performing. How would you rate its service? Does everything seem fine and dandy, or do you have some concerns about its performance?

Although calling for air conditioning repair is never fun, it helps to have an inkling of what could be wrong. When your AC needs help, it’ll let you know in obvious ways. Let’s go over the 5 common AC repair needs and what’s usually behind them. That way, you can have an idea of what to expect on your service call.

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How AC Maintenance Reduces AC Repairs

Monday, April 17th, 2023

When it comes to AC maintenance, it shouldn’t be much of a surprise to learn that getting it done can lead to a substantial reduction in repairs and breakdowns. Just like a car, it makes sense that complex machines that aren’t regularly maintained are more likely to suffer from poor performance.

In fact, roughly 70-80% of the repairs and breakdowns we see are for air conditioners that haven’t received regular annual maintenance. It may seem counterintuitive that we’re advising you to get maintenance so we’ll see you less often for AC repair in Orlando, FL. But that’s what we’d prefer to happen with our local homeowners.

There are two kinds of maintenance: the things you can do yourself as a homeowner and the things we’ll do on a routine maintenance visit. Let’s go over these now.

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Why AC Maintenance Is Essential in Florida

Monday, March 20th, 2023

When was the last time you had your car’s oil changed? We’d bet that as soon as you hit the mileage on the sticker on your dashboard you took it right in for service. That’s because you know that getting the oil changed regularly is an investment not only in how your car runs in the short-term, but how long it’ll last in the long run.

So, when was the last time you had AC maintenance? If you can’t remember, then it’s time to rectify that. Just like a car, your air conditioner needs routine maintenance to run at peak performance. Luckily for you, we have a plan for AC maintenance in Palm Harbor, FL that’ll keep your AC running at peak performance.

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These Spooky Sounds Mean Your AC Is In Trouble

Monday, October 17th, 2022

AC-outdoor-unit Is your AC system making scary noises, just in time for Halloween? Systems that have been stressed by heavy summer usage may start to emit moans and groans when the fall weather arrives.

If your AC unit sounds like it is possessed, now is the perfect time to schedule expert service to address the problem. Here are 5 scary sounds that indicate your air conditioner needs to be checked out.

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5 Ways To Improve AC Effectiveness and Efficiency

Monday, October 3rd, 2022

Living in Florida means that having a good AC system in your home is highly important. It also means that you need your system to work optimally on even the hottest of days—and in our area, that means that your AC has a big task to accomplish.

If you’re looking for air conditioning in Palm Harbor, FL that works effectively and efficiently, you can put some of the following best practices into place. Using these tips can help you reduce your energy use without undermining your system’s performance.

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If You Haven’t Gotten an AC Tune-Up, You Can Today!

Monday, September 19th, 2022

Other regions of the country have already started to turn their focus to their heaters, but here in Florida we are still giving our air conditioners plenty of use. After all, we know that if colder weather does arrive, it still won’t be doing so for a while.

With how much use these systems get in our area, we want to make sure that they receive the care they need. That’s why it is vital for you to know that you can still get AC maintenance in Orlando, FL if you haven’t done so yet this year.

But is it worth it? And isn’t it a little late for a tune-up? We’ll answer these questions and more below.

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How a Dirty Filter Leads to AC Repairs

Monday, August 22nd, 2022

There are many different parts of your air conditioner that play important roles in helping it to get your home cooled off. But there is probably no part that is more underestimated in importance than the air filter.

No, the air filter is not going to have a major effect on your indoor air quality (though it doesn’t hurt). And no, the air filter isn’t actively involved in cooling the way your evaporator and condenser coils are. But this filter still plays an important role.

Regular filter changes can end up helping you avoid the need for expensive AC repair in Spring Hill, FL. Leaving an overly dirty filter in place on the other hand can make repair worse. Here’s what you need to know.

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The Benefits of Going With a Ductless AC

Monday, July 11th, 2022

There are plenty of different air conditioning systems out there to choose from. If you are looking to choose the next system for your home, it is helpful to know a bit about the different air conditioner options that they have.

Today, we want to talk to you about one of your options: a ductless HVAC system. These home comfort systems are great for a wide variety of homes. If you haven’t considered a ductless unit for your home, it may be a good idea to consider this one. Let’s discuss why.

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Do You Need a New Air Conditioner?

Monday, June 27th, 2022

Now is not the time when you want to discover that you need a new air conditioner. However, trying to get through a Florida summer without a truly effective air conditioner is going to be something that you probably want to avoid!

If you have an AC system that needs to be replaced, now is exactly when you want to get this task taken care of. Delaying it and trying to force your old air conditioner to perform longer than it should is going to increase your energy bills and may lead to a complete system breakdown in the hottest part of the year.

Let’s talk about what the warning signs are that you may need an AC replacement in Pasco County, FL so you can schedule this service before it costs you!

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