Your comfort comes first.

Home / Blog

Design Comfort Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Air Conditioner’

Is It Ever Too Late to Install an Air Conditioner?

Monday, September 13th, 2021

The short answer to the question of “is it ever too late to install an air conditioner” is usually no, but right now we’d say it depends.

As you may or may not be aware of, the pandemic has caused a shortage in HVAC equipment across the country, which does make it a bit more challenging for homeowners to find the perfect system. But with a trained professional’s help, you can certainly explore your options and find the right system for your home with a little bit of patience and time. The good news is, temperatures are cooling down! So you actually have quite a while before you need your new air conditioner.

Read on as we uncover factors to consider when installing a new air conditioner.

Tags: Air Conditioner, Salt Lake City
Posted in Air Conditioning | Comments Off on Is It Ever Too Late to Install an Air Conditioner?

AC Problems: 3 Causes of Short Cycling

Monday, August 31st, 2020

Would we love you to install an AC in your home that would never give you trouble of any kind? Of course. Are we able to do so? No. And that’s why we won’t promise you that. We’re just too honest to make such claims. A bit of advice? If you find another contractor that will make such claims—find yourself another contractor! AC repairs in Salt Lake City, UT, are par for the course.

While routine maintenance will keep the majority of repairs at bay, you still need to act fast if you notice any problems with your AC. Don’t wait for a total breakdown before scheduling service. Short cycling, for instance, won’t render your system inoperable. It may not even be a sign of serious issues. It could be, though, and with summers as hot as ours, safe is always better than sorry.

Tags: AC, AC Repair, Air Conditioner, Air Conditioning Repair, Salt Lake City
Posted in Air Conditioning | Comments Off on AC Problems: 3 Causes of Short Cycling

“How Do I Choose the Right AC Repair Technician?”

Monday, August 19th, 2019

If you’re like most homeowners, you aren’t just going to let anyone into your home. You don’t know the background of a stranger, nor even what their intentions are. So, why would you hire an AC repair technician without looking into their company, their credentials, and their credibility?

Read on to learn what kind of qualities you should look for when choosing an AC repair technician. Whether it’s a small repair need or your system has completely broken down, you want a contractor you can trust to give you the information you need to make an educated decision about what to do next.

Tags: Air Conditioner, Holladay, HVAC Contractor
Posted in Air Conditioning | Comments Off on “How Do I Choose the Right AC Repair Technician?”

AC Parts FAQ: What Are Capacitors?

Monday, April 11th, 2016

For a system that plays such an important part in your life, chances are that you don’t really know your air conditioning system all that well. Sure, you adjust your thermostat with some regularity, and you see your outdoor unit sitting out there day and day out. For all of the parts that you do see and interact with, though, there are countless others that you’ll never encounter directly. The capacitors in your air conditioner, for instance, are hidden away in the outdoor unit. While you may not see them, though, the importance of their function is immense.

Tags: Air Conditioner, Holladay
Posted in Air Conditioning | Comments Off on AC Parts FAQ: What Are Capacitors?

Why the End of Summer Is a Good Time to Service Your Air Conditioner

Monday, September 7th, 2015

Now that summer is just about drawing to a close, you may be ready to pack your air conditioner in for the year and to move onto the heating season. Before you put your air conditioner out to pasture for the colder time of the year, though, we recommend that you have it serviced. Servicing your air conditioner at the close of the summer season has a few benefits to offer, even if it is not something that most homeowners would think to do on their own. If you have any questions regarding our AC services in Salt Lake City, UT, just give us a call. With the help of the professional technicians at Design Comfort, you can expect nothing shy of a truly outstanding performance from your whole-home cooling system.

Tags: Air Conditioner, Air Conditioning, Salt Lake City
Posted in Air Conditioning | Comments Off on Why the End of Summer Is a Good Time to Service Your Air Conditioner

The Virtues of Preventative Air Conditioning Maintenance

Monday, August 10th, 2015

After investing in a new central air conditioning system, you need to take certain steps in order to ensure that it remains in the best working condition possible. By far the best way in which to do so is to schedule routine air conditioning maintenance in Salt Lake City, UT. While you can help to keep your system up and running properly by changing your air filters regularly and keeping the outdoor unit clear of debris, there is no alternative to the maintenance services that a trained professional can offer. To guarantee that your AC maintenance is completed with the utmost care by a consummate professional, you need only schedule service with the pros on the Design Comfort team.

Tags: Air Conditioner, air conditioning maintenance, Salt Lake City
Posted in Air Conditioning | Comments Off on The Virtues of Preventative Air Conditioning Maintenance

Why Have Your AC Serviced at the End of Summer?

Monday, July 20th, 2015

You probably already know just how important it is that your air conditioner is properly and routinely maintained. Professional air conditioning maintenance in West Jordan, UT is, after all, the single best way in which to keep your system up and running at peak performance levels. Generally, many homeowners will choose to have their system serviced prior to the onset of the summer season. Should you miss the chance, though, or if you simply choose not to have your system serviced in the spring, you should know that the end of the summer season is also a perfectly acceptable time for scheduling this vital service. Contact Design Comfort in order to do so.

Tags: Air Conditioner, air conditioning maintenance, West Jordan
Posted in Air Conditioning | Comments Off on Why Have Your AC Serviced at the End of Summer?

Is it Time to Replace My Air Conditioner?

Monday, June 1st, 2015

We may not have reached the hottest time of the year just yet, but the time is right to take stock of your air conditioning system. Give it some serious thought, a truthful evaluation, and be honest with yourself; if you suspect that the time may be right for an air conditioning replacement in Salt Lake City, UT, give Design Comfort a call today. Not only do we carry a great selection of residential cooling systems from which to choose, but we are also more than happy to install yours with the greatest of care. Protect your comfort this summer by scheduling your air conditioning replacement with the pros on our staff.

Tags: Air Conditioner, Air Conditioning Replacement, Salt Lake City
Posted in Air Conditioning | Comments Off on Is it Time to Replace My Air Conditioner?

3 Signs of Leaking Refrigerant in Your Air Conditioner

Monday, May 4th, 2015

Air conditioners rely on refrigerant to do their job: mixtures of chemicals that circulate through your system and make it possible to cool the air. Every air conditioner relies upon a specific type of refrigerant in specifics amounts. When that amount drops due to a leak or breach in your system, it can cause a number of serious problems. Your air conditioner will struggle to do its job, creating more strain on the system while raising both your monthly bills and the possibility of repairs. Here in Salt Lake City, UT, summer is just around the corner, and the sooner you deal with leaking refrigerant, the better. But how can you tell if this is the problem? Here are 3 signs of leaking refrigerant in your air conditioner to look out for.

Tags: Air Conditioner, Air Conditioning Repair, Salt Lake City
Posted in Air Conditioning | Comments Off on 3 Signs of Leaking Refrigerant in Your Air Conditioner

What Happens if You Put Your Air Filter in the Wrong Way?

Wednesday, July 27th, 2011

Air filters are important pieces in your overall home comfort system. They keep unwanted debris and sediment out of your indoor air and they help your system run smoothly for years to come. However, if you’re not careful, an air filter put in backwards can lead to quite a few problems with your heating and cooling system.

The Most Common Problems

The most common problem you will face with a backwards facing filter is simple inefficiency. If your furnace is forced to blow air through the non-porous end of a filter, it will take more energy to do so. The blower will be overworked and you will pay more money for your heating. The same is doubly true for an air conditioner which has multiple filters in place to keep outdoor contaminants out of your indoor air.

Beyond the cost of improper filtering, you will likely suffer from a decrease in indoor air quality. The filter is designed to remove a lot of unwanted debris, but only when installed in a certain direction. If you set your filter up backwards, the normally collective end of the device will not face the air supply. In effect, your filter will help keep debris in the air.

This results in a clogged filter and improperly cleaned air when it reaches your lungs. If you have a home indoor air quality system it will help to supplement this problem for a while, but the clog will eventually become too much for your system.

Avoiding the Problem

There are two ways to avoid improper installation. First, you can have a professional install the system for you. Whenever you need a new filter ask someone to come and take care of it. When they do, though, pay close attention to how they set the filter and any other steps they take. By carefully watching you can ideally learn what it takes to do this step yourself and hopefully keep your system running smoothly for years to come.

Tags: Air Conditioner, Air Filter, thermostat
Posted in Energy Savings | Comments Off on What Happens if You Put Your Air Filter in the Wrong Way?