Bartels Heating & Cooling Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Air Conditioning Replacement’

What You Need to Know About AC Life Expectancy

Monday, August 26th, 2024
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Your central air conditioning system is one of the most crucial investments you can make for your comfort and well-being. But like any major appliance, it won’t last forever. Understanding the life expectancy of your AC unit and knowing when it’s time to consider an AC replacement in Middletown can help you avoid unexpected breakdowns and ensure your home remains a cool oasis during the hottest months. 

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My AC Is on But Some Parts of the House Are Too Hot!

Monday, August 12th, 2024
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We understand how crucial it is for your air conditioning system to provide consistent and comfortable temperatures throughout your entire home. If some parts of your house are too hot while others are perfectly cool, it’s time to investigate the underlying causes. We’ll delve into common reasons behind uneven cooling and what you can do to restore comfort to your home.

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A Midsummer AC Replacement? Here’s How You Can Know

Monday, July 15th, 2024
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As the summer heat reaches its peak, your air conditioning system becomes an essential part of maintaining comfort in your home. But what happens when your AC starts to show signs of trouble? You might find yourself asking, “Do I need a new air conditioner?” At Bartels Heating & Cooling, we understand how daunting this question can be. That’s why we’re here to help you determine whether it’s time for a repair or an air conditioning replacement in Hamilton.

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Options to Consider When You Need to Get a New AC

Monday, April 22nd, 2024
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When your air conditioner starts showing signs of wear or has completely broken down, choosing the right replacement can feel overwhelming. At Bartels Heating & Cooling, we understand that every home has unique needs, and there are multiple cooling systems available to suit different preferences and budgets. In this blog post, we’ll explore several options you might consider when it’s time to get a new air conditioning unit, ranging from standard central air conditioners to innovative geothermal heat pumps.

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What Can I Do If the Compressor in My AC Fails?

Monday, April 8th, 2024
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When your air conditioning system completely fails, it’s sometimes the compressor that’s at the heart of the problem. As HVAC experts, we understand the frustration and discomfort a malfunctioning AC can cause. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the critical role of the compressor in your AC unit, why a failed compressor often requires replacing the entire system, and when it might be more beneficial to opt for AC repair in Hamilton that will instead replace only the compressor.

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Why Your AC Is Unevenly Cooling Your House

Monday, July 18th, 2022
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Your central air conditioning system has a basic job: to provide a comfortable level of cooling throughout your home. Although you can expect some differences in temperature from room to room based on factors like sunlight exposure, the AC should still be able to deliver a baseline of cooling to all the rooms connected to the ventilation system. 

When you begin to notice that some parts of the house are getting hotter than others when the AC is running, you’re dealing with an uneven cooling problem. This often warns that you need professional air conditioning repair in Hamilton, OH, or possibly even a replacement AC. We’ll examine the possible sources for your AC’s uneven cooling and what can be done about it.

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Ways We Can Improve Your HVAC System in Summer

Monday, July 19th, 2021

family-in-homeAlthough you may not list “air conditioner” as one of the great pleasures of the summer, you still connect the two in your mind. You just can’t relax and enjoy the hot months without having the retreat of a comfortably cool home.

If you’re wondering if you can make your AC better, we have some suggestions. We can help your AC provide you with better and more energy-efficient cooling. The right improvements depend on the current situation you have with your AC, but here are some suggestions.

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How to Get Control Over Humidity in Your House

Monday, August 31st, 2020

woman-before-fanLate summer is often when the worst heat strikes. It also is when humidity tends to rise and make the heat feel far worse, as well as cause a spectrum of other problems (mold growth, wood warping). If you are experiencing terrible humidity this end of summer, possibly worse than you’ve run into before, there are a few services you can look into to help with the problem. Below we’ll go over some of what may help you with getting humidity down to comfortable levels (approximately 45% relative humidity).

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Why You Should Always Install New AC Equipment

Monday, September 16th, 2019

ac-junkyardBuying used, or “previously owned,” makes sense in many avenues of daily life. For example, purchasing used books is a great investment. Used furniture is often a terrific bargain, and a smartly bought used car bought can provide many years of service.

But what about purchasing a used air conditioning system? This is a situation where buying used isn’t a bargain. In fact, it can cause many problems and is a money-waster, not a saver. When you call a professional contractor for air conditioning service in Middletown, OH to install a cooling system, they’ll always install a new system because they know the benefits.

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Does a Failed Compressor Mean I Need to Get a New Air Conditioner?

Monday, September 2nd, 2019

old-ac-unitOf the different ways a central AC system might malfunction, nothing is more terrifying than news of a dead compressor. It’s like being told the engine of a car is shot. But while someone who has a classic car may feel it’s worth it to put in a new engine, there’s no such thing as a “classic” air conditioning system! Nobody collects them, nobody holds vintage air conditioning shows. When the compressor dies, an owner must face the question whether it’s more cost-effective to replace the whole AC than just replacing the compressor.

And … is it? The answer is more complicated than “yes” or “no.”

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