Homeowners want to feel safe about who they hire to repair their home. With a growing number of service scams and unscrupulous business practices, finding a company that you can depend upon can be unnerving. One way to be confident in your choice is to find a contractor that is both licensed and insured. Working […]
Spotting an AC scam can potentially save you thousands of dollars. Every day, in every state, thousands of homeowners are victims of unscrupulous salespeople, service technicians, and contractors. But in Florida and other hot weather states where people rely on air conditioning to keep life comfortable, scammers run rampant. Tips on spotting an AC scam […]
The benefits of an AC service contract become apparent to a homeowner every time their air conditioning unit goes on the fritz. Although central air conditioning systems are designed to last many years, the heat and humidity of Southwest Florida’s climate can take an unexpected toll on even the best units. This is especially true […]
You should tune up your AC twice a year — once in the spring and once in the fall. The Southwest Florida air is getting a little cooler and the humidity is dropping. Tired of being closed in for months, most of us will want to just turn off the AC and fling open the […]
It is the season for rising energy costs, especially here in Southwest Florida. At Avis Plumbing and Air Conditioning, we have some tips to help you save money without sacrificing comfort during these hot summer days. Implement these tips to keep both your temperature and your energy bill from rising this summer: It’s Time To […]
Every time you turn your air conditioner on, mold formed in it can spread throughout your home. Exposure to mold can lead to a number of health issues like allergic reactions and respiratory disorders (such as triggering asthma). That’s why air conditioning mold needs to be treated immediately. How Do You Know If There Is […]
Many people dream of living by the ocean or gulf, but there are many hidden environmental issues that can cause problems. Living in a coastal area like Southwest Florida, chances are you will eventually need to overhaul your air conditioner or you might even need to prematurely replace your air conditioner. Just like the ocean […]
According to a study by the Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, nearly 90% of Americans say they’ve rarely (or never) programmed their thermostat because they’re not sure how to do it. Truth be told, it’s really not that hard — and it’s definitely worth doing because it can save you up to 15% a year on […]
What Else Does An Air Conditioner Do? The previous 2 posts of our Air Conditioning 101 series have focused on cooling because we live in such a warm climate, but remember that the original definition of air conditioning contains more than that: an ideal air conditioner should heat, cool, clean, ventilate, humidify and dehumidify as […]
So What Exactly Goes Wrong When Air Conditioners Break? Air conditioners are complex mechanical systems that depend on a wide variety of specific conditions to work correctly, and this is why it is so important to call a professional like Avis when they break. Remember, air conditioners are designed to: to meet a certain “load” […]