Air Conditioning
Crystal Air & Water, Inc is your #1 HVAC contractor in Gainesville, FL, and the surrounding communities. We are the leading company for all of your air conditioning needs. If you need repairs, maintenance, or a brand new system installed, the technicians at Crystal Air & Water, Inc are the qualified and professional crew for the job.
We provide the highest quality service for your air conditioner. We also aim to educate and inform our customers. Informed decisions are good decisions. We want you to feel confident we are qualified to perform the service for which you are hiring us.
How Much Money Can a New Air Conditioner Save You?
Our SEER2 (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio 2) energy savings calculator can help determine how much you could save on your utility bills. Simply enter your current unit’s SEER value and compare it to a newer, more efficient SEER2 unit. You can even customize it to better match your home’s system for a more accurate calculation.
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Air Conditioning Basics
The four main components to your air conditioner are:
Condenser: The condenser is the outside metal unit and where the gas from the compressor is condensed into a liquid. The gas entering the condenser is very hot. The temperature is then lowered, so the gas can convert back to a liquid.
Compressor: The compressor is inside the condenser. It circulates the pressurized refrigerant, to concentrate the heat, and changes the low pressure gas to high pressure.
Evaporator: The evaporator is the part of the system inside the home. In simple language, it absorbs the heat from your home.
Expansion Valve: The expansion valve controls the amount of refrigerant in your system.
All of these pieces are connected by a copper tube that handles refrigerant, creating a closed loop. Heat is collected in the evaporator, sent outside to the condenser. The heat is removed, and the cool air is recirculated back into your home.
AC Facts
An Air Conditioner Doesn’t Create Cool Air.
What happens in the AC process is actually the removal of heat from the air. Your AC uses a chemical called refrigerant to remove heat and transfer it outside. The warm air runs through the lines and coils in your unit and goes from liquid to gas and back again. During this process, the refrigerant removes the heat and transfers it elsewhere so that when the air comes out the other side, it is cool.
Your AC Will Remove Humidity.
Lower humidity helps the overall comfort level in your home by making you feel cooler, even if the temperature is the same.
Your Air Filter Needs To Be Checked And Replaced Every Three To Six Months.
(depending on the manufacturer’s recommendations)
A dirty air filter restricts your air flow, which reduces efficiency, costing you money, and over time can put stress on your unit and could cause a costly repair.
Maintenance, Maintenance, Maintenance.
Your air conditioner needs regular checkups to keep it running in tip-top shape. Having regular annual preventative maintenance will bring your system longer life and fewer breakdowns over all.
SEER
The Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) measures air conditioning and heat pump cooling efficiency, which is calculated by the cooling output for a typical cooling season divided by the total electric energy input during the same time frame. A higher SEER rating means greater energy efficiency.
At Crystal Air & Water, Inc, we provide all the services you need to keep your AC running in top-notch shape. Call us at 352-333-0460 for repairs, maintenance, or new-system installation.
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Air Conditioner Maintenance in Lake Butler, FL 32054
Air Conditioner Repair in Gainesville, FL 32605
“Fantastic service from start to finish. Crystal Air was prompt, professional, and real life saver on hot summer day. I will continue to use them for all of my heating and cooling needs. Excellent experience, with an excellent company.”
– Sam G.
Air Conditioner Repair in Gainesville, FL 32605
“I called needing help with my A/C (commercial unit) and the tech arrived within the hour and was done with the full service within the hour after arrival! I was pleasantly surprised and pleased! He gave many suggestions, of which we agreed to, and the difference in our unit was apparent literally within minutes! Excellent customer service and professional appearance and attitude. Love them!”
– Rachele K.
Air Conditioner Maintenance in Gainesville, FL 32606
“Excellent in all interactions, highly recommend to all!”
– Stephen K.
Air Conditioner Repair in Newberry, FL 32669
“Our AC stopped working over the weekend on a Saturday, my husband just began care with Haven Hospice and we had to get the AC fixed. Mike was quick to respond and fixed our unit quickly. I am very satisfied with his work and work rapport. He was also great with explaining everything to me.”
– Frances R.
Air Conditioner Repair in Gainesville, FL 32607
“Kirk, it is such a pleasure to use your company. Recently repaired my A/C. Price was $1400 less than estimate. Your serviceman could have charged us the full amount but his extra effort saved the day. So great to have such an honest company working with us. My best regards, Ted”
– Ted W.
Air Conditioner Installation in Gainesville, FL 32601
“I highly recommend Crystal Air & Water. All of the technicians doing the work were highly knowledgeable and professional. I would especially like to call attention to Keith. He is extremely personable and took the time to answer my questions about the installation and provided guidance on what I should do to maintain the new HVAC system. I definitely felt like I was in good hands with Keith and Crystal Air & Water.”
– Craig P.
Air Conditioner Maintenance in Alachua, FL 32615
“Brian always does such a great job. He is friendly and a true professional. Any issue that comes up he explains thoroughly and also lets you know how he will take care of it. He is the only technician I want to service my air conditioner. Very happy customer.”
– Ellen D.
Air Conditioner Maintenance in Gainesville, FL 32606
“Our thermostat stopped working late in the evening. The after-hours technician, Mike S, responded immediately and was so very helpful. With the incredible customer service we received from Mike we were able to resolve the problem over the phone and avoid the cost of an after-hours service fee. It was a level of customer service that is rarely found these days. Thank you, Mike! We have used Crystal Air & Water for many years. It has definitely been the right choice.”
– Barbara B.
Air Conditioner Repair in Gainesville, FL 32609
“Our air conditioner had an issue that was difficult to diagnose due to symptoms that were not constant. My wife has breathing issues that make the AC an absolute must. Seth brought the basic maintenance issues up to date, working in the hot, high August heat, humidity , between rain showers. He then consulted with Ronnie for confirmation of the solution, and they got our unit up and running. These guys worked hard. A real lifesaver for us. We have been with The Penguin for over 13 years, and they have never let us down. Great service, always fair prices. Thanks to all at Crystal Air & Water.”
– John S.
Crystal Air & Water, Inc proudly provides HVAC service to Alachua, Archer, Gainesville, Hawthorne, High Springs, Melrose, Micanopy, Newberry, Starke, Williston and the surrounding Flordia communities. Visit our service area page for more coverage details, call us at 352-333-0460, or request service online today.