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When it comes to keeping your home comfortable, your air conditioning (AC) system plays a significant role. But did you know that your AC system can also help improve indoor air quality? Here’s how you can make the most of your AC system to ensure you’re breathing clean, healthy air at home. Regular Maintenance One…
With the Florida heat in full swing, your HVAC system becomes a crucial element in maintaining comfort and livability indoors. To ensure your system operates at its best during the hottest months, regular maintenance is essential. Gulf Coast Air Systems presents a comprehensive HVAC maintenance checklist to help you breeze through the Florida heat with…
New AC Tonnage Calculator estimates proper air conditioner size. What is an ac tonnage calculator? An ac tonnage calculator is a tool that generates an estimated tonnage value, based upon characteristics of the building. The tool will help you determine what size air conditioning system will provide the most effective operation for your home or…
What is the difference in R22 and 410A in air conditioning units? Why did this change? Both of these air conditioning rerefrigerants, R22 and 410A, are in common use throughout the world. R22 refrigerant is also known as Freon. In 2004, the Environmental Protection Agency began phasing out R22 air conditioning refrigerant. R22 will become…
Why does water flow out of the PVC pipe from the indoor unit? The air around us is made up of several components, Nitrogen, Oxygen, other elements but importantly “Water Vapor”. At times we “see” water vapor in the form of clouds or fog, it is always present in varying amounts and is “weather” driven….
What is the burning smell when I turn on my heat for the first time? There are many chemical substances in our air, particularly indoor air. When the heat is activated for the first time or the “first time in a long time” some of these chemical compounds along with dust particles have found their…
Whether it’s extreme heat and cold or searching for food, animals can accidentally end up becoming trapped inside your HVAC System. The result can be a very scary experience for you and especially for the animal. Listed below are some ways you can attempt to prevent this and also what to do if the animal…
