Today’s air conditioner (AC) is based on a prototype invented in 1902 by Willis Carrier, an engineer from Buffalo, New York. Unlike earlier forms of cooling, Carrier’s model controlled the temperature by removing heat and humidity from the air. Below are some air conditioning basics.
Continue ReadingTypically, you spend up to 30 percent less to cool and up to 60 percent less to heat when you upgrade from your traditional air system, according to ENERGY STAR®.
Continue ReadingLet our qualified technicians at Crystal Air & Water, Inc. inspect, clean, and, if necessary, repair your heating and cooling system. Your HVAC equipment will operate at peak efficiency and with minimal sound after a tune-up. You will notice the enhanced comfort and improved bedtime atmosphere in your Gainesville home.
Continue ReadingIf so, you can probably thank your air conditioner.
Continue ReadingYour air conditioner lives in your home full time—why not get acquainted with it? Understanding your air conditioner is vital to keeping in working order.
Continue ReadingToday’s air conditioner (AC) is based on a prototype invented in 1902 by Willis Carrier, an engineer from Buffalo, New York. Here are some air conditioning basics. Unlike earlier forms of cooling, Carrier’s model controlled the temperature by removing heat and humidity from the air.
Continue ReadingIf your thermostat wall does not have a c-wire, or common wire, your thermostat is most likely not hooked up to your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system for its power and requires batteries. When your screen is blank, it could indicate you need to replace the batteries.
Continue ReadingAs the summer months approach, we are all looking to save some pennies where we can. So why not start with your costly utility bills?
The US Department of Energy (DOE) says air conditioning can account for 35 to 40 percent of your utility bill here in Florida. At Crystal Air & Water Inc., we take energy efficiency seriously.
Continue ReadingBut now, you can get ready for a new era of home comfort, with lower utility bills and improved indoor air quality (IAQ). Did you know upgrading your AC can reduce your electricity bill by up to 50 percent, according to the US Department of Energy (DOE)?
Continue ReadingImproving the indoor air quality (IAQ) at your Hawthorne home or business makes sense on so many levels. Consider your health, your comfort, and your household budget. It’s hard to imagine a more important investment than improving the air you breathe!
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