Greenleaf Heating & Cooling Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Air Conditioning’

Look into Zone Control Systems

Monday, July 31st, 2017

air-conditioner-zone-controlWe’re right in the middle of the hottest period of the year here in Southern California, and high temperatures don’t usually start to drop until late September or even October some years. That puts your air conditioner to the test each and every day.

Any steps you can take to cut down on the costs involved without skimping on the cool temperatures you need should be pursued. For most of us, that means little steps like setting the thermostat a little higher than we normally would and dressing in lightweight clothes around the home.

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How to Save Money on AC Costs This Summer

Monday, July 17th, 2017

air-conditioning-efficiencyWe’ve just come out of a scorching heatwave, and with summer now here in Southern California, it won’t be the last. A good air conditioner is your best friend during these hot summer months, and you’ll likely need to run yours every day in order to keep your home cool and comfortable. Doing otherwise may constitute an actual health risk when the temperatures spike to 100 degrees and above.

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Maintenance for Your AC Saves You Money

Monday, July 3rd, 2017

air-conditioning-maintenanceWe often tout the benefits of air conditioning maintenance sessions for keeping your system running smoothly, and there are a lot of good reasons to get your air conditioner serviced regularly. That includes a list of benefits that mostly boil down to the same thing: up-front investment in exchange for long-term savings.

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Power Levels Are Important with a New AC

Monday, June 5th, 2017

air-conditioning-power-levelsIf you are interested in replacing your outdated air conditioning system with a new one, now is the ideal time to act. We’re enjoying mild weather at the moment, but that will likely change very soon, and when the heat comes, it will likely stay until October at the very soonest. Replacing an outdated system now means enjoying improved efficiency the minute summer begins, which can cut down on your monthly cooling bill a great deal.

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The Benefits of Ductless AC Systems

Monday, May 22nd, 2017

ductless-air-conditioningMost air conditioning systems in Southern California are centralized, which means they use a single unit to cool the air, then blow it into your home via a system of ducts. The vast percentage of So Cal homes were built after the advent of air conditioning, which means they are built to accommodate such ducts, and centralized systems usually do their job cheaply and efficiently. But what if your home was built earlier than that, and can’t accommodate the ducts necessary for centralized air? Or even worse, what if your home can support centralized air, but it remains an inefficient and supremely problematic system?

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3 Great Upgrades for Your Air Conditioner

Monday, May 8th, 2017

air-conditioner-outdoor-unitAs spring turns to summer, homeowners in the area are already using their air conditioner on a daily basis. You’ve probably felt the pinch in higher monthly bills, and sadly, those high bills are likely to continue for the next few months at least. But just because you’re paying more for air conditioning doesn’t mean you should pay more than is necessary. By upgrading your system this spring – adding new features without replacing the system itself – you can enjoy enhanced savings and improved performance, as well as a few other perks. Let’s take a look at 3 great upgrades that can end up benefiting you a great deal.

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What Is Ductless Air Conditioning?

Monday, April 24th, 2017

ductless-air-condtioningSummer is on its way and with it comes scorching temperatures that can turn your home into an oven. A reliable air conditioning system becomes far more than a luxury during the summer months in Southern California. Most homes in our neck of the woods used centralized air conditioning, which generates cool air in a single location, then distributes it into your home with a series of ducts.

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How to Choose a New Air Conditioner

Monday, March 27th, 2017

We’re barely into spring, and yet temperatures in Southern California are already spiking. If your old air conditioner isn’t ready to face the challenges of another scorching summer, now is the time to get it replaced. You still have a few weeks to plan the operation properly, and with the right service in your corner, you can have a new system up and running well before the summer begins in earnest. That means proper planning and as you consider your options, there are several factors you need to keep in mind.

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Friday, February 3rd, 2017

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