The oil vs. gas debate has been going on for a long time with regards to household heating options. Oil certainly has a lot going for it. People should really think about all of the benefits associated with using oil to keep their homes warm. 1. Oil is less risky to store in a household [...]
Homes around the Rhode Island area are heated both by natural gas and home heating oil. However, these two fuels are quite different. They have different qualities, standards and economic considerations. When choosing between these two, it is best to be informed about the choice. First of all, oil is far more plentiful globally and [...]
An air conditioner can consume a lot of energy. Therefore, selecting the right air conditioning system can make a big influence on your energy bills. While central air conditioning systems are the most common across the United States, ductless split systems are becoming more popular and gaining ground. So, when it is time to replace an [...]
Are you looking for information about why your air conditioner is making noises? An AC unit can make noise just because it is a large machine with many moving parts. However, if your air conditioner is noisier than usual, it can be a symptom of a serious problem. Diagnosing and troubleshooting the problem will likely take [...]
While it may seem hard to believe, there are still some hot days ahead before the cold of winter arrives. This makes it important that your central air conditioning system is in proper working order to keep you and your family cool during the coming weeks, and to have your system replaced if it is [...]
For some people, when they hear "ductless split systems", they are thinking of something along the lines of multiple window air conditioner units. However, a ductless split system is exactly what the name implies, a decentralized air conditioning system that does not use ducts. These systems still make use of an outdoor condenser unit. But, instead [...]
Summer can be brutal. Proper maintenance not only ensures that your AC unit will remain functional longer, but also helps keep your energy bills reasonable throughout the hottest weeks of the year. The filters, coils, and fins of an air conditioning unit require regular maintenance to keep the unit functioning efficiently as long as it's [...]
Summer weather is here and you may discover your unit is leaking water. A small amount of water may be normal, depending on how hard your system is working. But significant leakage, or a problem that lasts longer than a day, could signal a bigger problem. There are four main reasons a central air conditioning [...]
Have you had your AC unit for a few years now and suspect a tuneup is in order? You would probably be right, especially if your AC unit has never gotten a tuneup before. When you do get a tuneup for your AC unit, you can thwart potentially huge repair expenses and enjoy better air conditioning. [...]
We often get this service question from mainly new ductless slip system owners. They will sometimes confuse either a light mist or steam for smoke coming from the unit. Some homeowner may even panic that their system is burning up because this can happen when the unit's fan stops. If you have discovered that your ductless slip system [...]