Cool Care Heating and Air Conditioning

4 Sounds You Don’t Want Your AC Making

June 20th, 2022

Combating the humid temperatures of summer is much easier with a functional HVAC unit on your side. Generally, homeowners will use their HVAC units a lot more during the spring and summer months. If you want to keep your air conditioner reliable, you need to become familiar with how it operates. The more you know about your HVAC unit, the easier it will be to spot potential repair issues. Regular maintenance and late-season AC maintenance are also essential for ensuring long-term performance.

When ac repair issues are present, you will probably notice a number of unfamiliar noises. As soon as these noises are detected, you need to call in professionals to take a look. Below are some sounds you don’t want your HVAC system to make.

AC Tips for Pet Owners

June 6th, 2022

Whether you’re a dog owner or a cat owns you, having a furry friend or two in the home can be very enjoyable and rewarding. But living somewhere as warm as we do, it can also be worrisome. How often and how low should your run your air conditioner to make sure they’re comfortable and stay healthy? Is there anything else you should know?

Fortunately, we have the answers you need. Read on!

How to Improve the Efficiency of Your Central Air Conditioner

May 23rd, 2022

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Staying cool through a long, hot Houston summer is no easy task, but with a reliable and effective air conditioner, it shouldn’t be too difficult to keep your home comfortable. And did you know there’s even more you can do to ensure this is the case? You can have a functional air conditioner, and take steps to see that it works even more efficiently.

Read on as we uncover some tips on just how to boost energy efficiency for your air conditioner.

Should You Go Ductless This Summer?

May 9th, 2022

Before you know it, the dog days of summer will be here. You will need to run your HVAC unit more to ensure a comfortable indoor temperature is maintained during this time of year. If you are currently using a traditional HVAC system and feel like a change is needed, then a ductless unit might be a good option. Learn more about common air conditioning services to help you prepare for the summer season.

In 1959, the team at Mitsubishi developed the first ductless mini-split heating and cooling system. Ductless mini-split units allow homeowners to cool and heat their residences without the need for ductwork. Here are some reasons why going ductless this summer is a wise move.

How to Breathe Easier At Home

April 25th, 2022

Being a homeowner is one of the most demanding jobs on the planet. As a homeowner, you need to make sure every part of your home is in pristine shape. Indoor air quality is something that the average homeowner tends to overlook.

Considering the fact that you will spend over 90% of your time indoors, removing pollutants and allergens from the air supply in your home should be a top priority. One of the best ways to boost the quality of your indoor air supply is by investing in a whole-house air purifier. Read on to find out more about the benefits associated with buying a whole-house air purifier.

“Help! My Heat Pump Won’t Switch to Cooling Mode!”

April 11th, 2022

Keeping comfortable in the home is one of the most important ways we work, rest and play – no matter what time of the year it is.

However, as the hotter seasons roll in, it’s good to know you can rely on your heat pump to keep you as cool in the summer, just as it warmed you all winter. Right?

If your heat pump doesn’t switch to cooling mode, you might feel a sense of panic as the thermometers climb in your neighborhood. However, there’s no need to fret – it’s all about finding out why your heat pump won’t switch over.

Having some knowledge of where the fault lies can help repairs go that much more smoothly. Here are a few quick things to check before you call out the professionals.

Furnaces vs. Ductless Systems: Which Is Right for Your Home?

March 28th, 2022

This may seem like a strange time of the year to think about heating system installation, but trust us when we say we have our reasons for talking about this now versus waiting until next fall.

If you’re considering a heater installation now, it likely means your old one is struggling, and whatever is causing its ills can cause air conditioner trouble too.
If your air conditioner is also struggling and you’re considering replacing this system too, then now might be the perfect time to consider going ductless!

Read on as we dive into the pros and cons of both types of HVAC systems.

It’s Not Too Late for This Important Heating Service

March 14th, 2022

It may seem silly to think too much about heating maintenance when you live in a climate like ours. But you know as well as we do that when we do need our heating systems, we need them to function as effectively and efficiently as possible.

The only way to make sure this is the case is to only trust professionals for your services–from installation and repair to, you guessed it, maintenance. Maintenance allows our professionals to thoroughly inspect, clean, and adjust the components that need it to help your system perform at its best. Read on to learn why this is so important!

Heed These 6 Signs Your Furnace Needs Repair

February 28th, 2022

Few things are more inconvenient than having your furnace give out on an especially cold winter day. Fortunately, if you know the signs to watch out for, you can catch and fix small problems with your furnace before they turn into major problems requiring a costly repair, or worse, a full replacement. When it comes to your furnace, maintenance is the best prevention.

Here are 6 signs your furnace is in need of repair:

Does the Size of Your Heater Matter?

February 14th, 2022

You know what everyone says–everything’s bigger in Texas! However, this doesn’t necessarily mean, that if you’re in the market for a new heater, you should rush out and buy the biggest one in your budget.

Although it seems logical that a bigger furnace would be more powerful, and therefore betting, the size of your furnace relative to your unique heating needs can actually be a detriment to the performance of your heating system, negatively impacting its overall performance.

A furnace installation is no small job, which is why it’s particularly important that you work with a professional before you make any final decisions. A trained and experienced heating professional will assess the size of your home so they can determine exactly which furnace will be the right choice for you. Trust us, you don’t want to have an oversized or undersized furnace in your home–read on as we explain why.