
Air Conditioning 102
Installation, cost considerations, refrigerants and common myths about your A/C unit
How long does it take to install an air conditioner?
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Cost Savings of a New Air Conditioner
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Changes in HVAC Refrigerants: What You Need to Know
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Bad Air Conditioner Installation - Signs to Look Out For
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The Definitive List of Air Conditioning Myths
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Air Conditioners and Aesthetics: Your Questions Answered
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What is HVAC Commissioning and Why is it Important?
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For those with a good understanding of basic cooling principles, this track digs deeper into service, repair, and advanced concepts that can help you get the most from you’re A/C system.
Air conditioner installation is a detailed, complicated process. Understanding the proper steps can help you choose the best HVAC installer to get the most out of your new system. In this article, we walk through every step in detail, highlighting air conditioning installation best practices.

A typical air conditioner installation can take anywhere from 4 to 8 hours to complete. In some instances, this can take longer depending on the scope of the project. In this video, we’ll go over the entire process of installing an air conditioner and from start to finish.
Cost isn’t everything, but it matters for every HVAC project. How much will that new air conditioner really save you? We discuss cost savings, efficiency and other factors to help you choose the best AC unit for your next home cooling project.

Refrigerant is the life blood of every HVAC system. But what is it and what does it mean for the average homeowner? Stay tuned to find out.
Air conditioner installation is complicated, and ideally each installation is unique and tailored to a home’s needs. This doesn’t happen a lot of the time. We’ll walk you through signs to watch for, to make sure you’re getting (and got) a superb A/C installation.

Air conditioners are a staple in modern homes, but many homeowners misunderstand several common concepts regarding air conditioning equipment. We’ve collected every common myth we’ve ever encountered to debunk them all and provide you with accurate AC information for your home.

Should you be worrying about rust and corrosion of your air conditioner? What about nearby bushes or other yard work? What can be done to beautify your system without sacrificing performance?

Did you know there is a startup process for your newly installed HVAC equipment? This process is called commissioning. In fact, there's a decent chance your furnace, air conditioner or heat pump system wasn't commissioned when it was originally installed.

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Full System vs. Half System for Your HVAC Equipment
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Indoor Air Quality: HVAC Humidity Problems & Solutions
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Indoor Air Quality: Air Filtration & Air Purifying HVAC Products
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Dirty Sock Syndrome: Causes & Solutions
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HVAC Installation and the Weather
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What Is an HVAC System and How Does It Work?
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Cost of Waiting to Repair or Replace HVAC Equipment
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One-Stage, Two-Stage & Variable-Speed ACs: Differences & Benefits
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Air Conditioner, Heat Pump, Furnace & Air Handler: What’s the Difference?
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The R22 Ban: How It Affects You
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Air conditioners and furnaces can be replaced on their own or together, and there are pros and cons to pairing them when upgrading your HVAC system.