Which Central Air Conditioning System is the Best Spring TX

Thinking about a new central air conditioning system or the one you have is beyond repairs and needing to replace it?  To make sure that you and your family are comfortable, it is always best to gain as much information possible.

 

What makes up an entire AC system is a condenser unit, a part that handles the air, and an evaporator coil, plus the ductwork system that the air blows through and distributes it throughout the house.

You traditionally find the condenser unit outside and then the evaporator and part that handles the air are located indoors.  The ductwork is set up throughout the house ending in different vents and registers in each room.

 

The basic run down of how the AC unit work is that the air blows across the evaporator coil where refrigerant turns into a gas from a liquid by absorbing the heat from the air as well as the moisture.  From there it flows into the condenser and compressor in the outdoor unit where it releases the heat and turns back into a gas.

Then the air that is now heat free is now cool and is pushed back into the house and spread through the air duct system distributing the now cool air throughout the house, cooling the house till it reaches the temperature set on the thermostat.

 

Now that you have become familiar with the different parts of the central air conditioning unit, now is figuring out the size of unit you need and price range.  Along with this is finding out the features, warranty provided, energy efficiency, and much more.

 

Finding a unit that is energy efficient is nearly everyone’s top priority.  Energy costs have risen as and it does take quite a bit of energy to run an air conditioner.  The ideal wants the maximum cooling for the least cost.

It is always best too that if you are replacing an older system, that you replace both the unit outside as well as inside so that way you do not loose any of the high efficiency the new unit will offer.

 

One way to figure out the efficiency of a system is by the rating system that the U.S. Department of Energy came up with.  It’s called the SEER rating, Seasonal Energy Efficiency Rating.  The higher the SEER number, then the higher efficiency the unit has and the less it will cost to cool your home.

Usually, a unit with a rating between 15 to 17 are the best ones to invest in, though most systems you will find to have a SEER no longer than 13.

 

Most people think that the bigger the better, but this is not accurate.  If you get a unit that is too large for your home, this can raise the cost in your energy bill by kicking on and off too often than needed and do a poor job of dehumidifying the air.

How figuring out the size that works for your home is its ability to cool the air.  Most figures that the size relates to the physical size, which it is not.  This is measured by BTU’s, which is British Thermal Unit, per hour and in tons.

 

If you are in doubt, do not hesitate a local, trusted professional like Houston Admiral with all your questions and concerns.  Contact us today.

 

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Superior AC Service Installation Hunters Creek Village, TX

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Residential Repair/Service/Installation

AIR CONDITIONING SERVICE AND REPAIR
Be careful who performs your air conditioning repairs. At Houston Admiral, we treat your home with respect. We use drop cloths and booties inside your home so after every air conditioning repair, your home looks exactly the same as when we arrived.

When you need air conditioning service, we provide it. At Houston Admiral we do our best fix and repair your air conditioner, rather than trying to sell you a new air conditioner, like many air conditioning contractors.

AIR CONDITIONER INSTALLATION
Houston Admiral will help you select the best air conditioner for your budget. Bigger is not always better. At Houston Admiral we will analyze your home to ensure that the right size air conditioner is selected for optimum cooling and comfort.

Houston Admiral has wide range of experience with many different brands of air conditioners.

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Selecting a Reputable Contractor Bear Creek, TX

Selecting a Reputable Contractor Bear Creek TX

 

INSURANCE AND LIABILITY

When considering a HVAC contractor, ask to see documentation that they are licensed by the State of Texas and carry general liability insurance to protect your property. An air conditioning contractor should always have these types of insurance and this will save you from a claim against your homeowner’s policy in case of an accident.

Houston Admiral Air Conditioning & Heating is fully Licensed, insured and bonded. Our company will proudly serve you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week – including weekends and holidays!

Let Houston Admiral Air Conditioning & Heating take care of all your HVAC needs. We not only want to be your first choice, but your ONLY choice for air conditioning and heating needs in Houston.

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Repair or Replace Air Conditioner Bear Creek, TX

Repair or Replace Air Conditioner Bear Creek TX

Repair or Replace
Repair or Replace? This is always a difficult decision. On one hand you don’t want to spend money on a new system, but on the other hand, you don’t want to throw good money after bad. Which way should you go? It really boils down to the condition and age of the air conditioning system.

If you have been keeping your equipment properly maintained by a licensed air conditioning technician, then perhaps the current repair is isolated to a single, simple problem and not indicative of a major or potentially recurring issue. In this case it might make sense to repair and fix the problem. However, with any equipment it is important to consider its efficiency and the impact that wear and tear has on that efficiency and on your monthly electric bill.

Importance of Efficiency
The Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) rates the efficiency of an air conditioning unit. A unit somewhere around 10 years old would probably have been an 8 SEER unit at time of purchase. Over time this unit will wear down and operate somewhere around the 5-6 SEER level. The higher the SEER rating, the higher the efficiency of the unit. In 2006 the minimum SEER rating for an Air Conditioning unit was raised to 13 SEER. 

Upgrading to a newer Air Conditioning unit is surprisingly affordable based on the efficiency level of modern equipment. The money saved on your electric bill from upgrading will pay for the unit itself. So transitioning from an 8 SEER unit to a new 18 SEER unit will allow better performance at your current budget.

Should I Finance?
Monthly finance charges never sound like a good thing. What if there was a way to stick with your current budget and have a brand new A/C Unit? Well using a higher SEER unit this is a very real possibility. The amount of savings generated from your lower monthly electric bill could very well take care of any finance charge. Imagine – a cooler house, with a better unit, at your current budget.

It all adds up
When your A/C unit starts giving you trouble, the A/C Technician is usually your first call. But when you begin calling them day after day the bills add up and you are left with the same outdated inefficient unit. A new unit produces cooler air, with less energy. Less energy means a lower utility bill. Which means you could be paying for a new unit, rather than life support for your old one.

Doing your part in Going Green
Using a higher SEER unit saves energy. Saving energy saves the environment. Using technologies such as the eco friendly R410A refrigerant will also minimize the overall environmental impact. Therefore, you can feel good about saving both the planet and money on your energy bill with your new air conditioner.

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R410 Refrigerant Copperfield, TX

R410 Refrigerant Copperfield TX
Homeowners may have various types of appliances including window units, dehumidifiers, central air conditioners, air-to-air heat pumps, ground-source heat pumps, and ductless air-conditioners that contain HCFC-22 (also called R-22) or its blends. The following information will help homeowners make informed decisions when purchasing, servicing, or disposing of air conditioners or other equipment.

How can I find out if my home air-conditioner contains R-22?
Most air-conditioners have a nameplate on the unit that identifies the refrigerant it contains and other information, such as safety certifications and electrical ratings. For a central air-conditioner, the nameplate is usually on the outdoor condensing unit.

If a nameplate is not provided, there are several other ways that you may be able to obtain the information. You could check your owner’s manual for the information. The person/company that sold or services your air conditioner would likely know what refrigerant it uses. Or, if you know the manufacturer and model number, you could call the manufacturer or check its web site.

Am I allowed to purchase a new home air-conditioner that contains R-22?
Self-contained systems manufactured before January 1, 2010, may be purchased. These are typically window units.
New split air-conditioning systems that use R-22 and must be installed onsite (e.g. central air-conditioning units) may not be sold after December 31, 2009. After January 1, 2010, R-22 may not be produced for new AC/refrigeration systems and instead will be limited to the servicing of existing systems.

Consumers should be aware that supplies of R-22 will also be more limited after 2010. As R-22 is being phased out, non-ozone-depleting alternative refrigerants continue to be introduced. In addition to the refrigerant type, you should consider energy efficiency, along with performance, reliability, and cost in deciding which type of air-conditioner to purchase.

Will I be required to stop using R-22 in my home air-conditioner or other equipment?
No. You will not be required to stop using R-22 and you will not be required to replace existing equipment just to switch to a new refrigerant. The lengthy phase out period provides time to switch to ozone-friendly refrigerants when you normally would replace your air-conditioner or other equipment.

This transition is important because supplies of R-22 will be more limited after 2010, which may cause the price of R-22 to increase. Starting in 2020, new R-22 may no longer be produced, so consumers will need to rely solely on recycled or reclaimed quantities to service any systems still operating after that date.

What if I own an air conditioner that needs R-22 added after 2010?
You may continue to have your equipment containing R-22 serviced after 2010, although only a limited amount of new R-22 will be manufactured (to meet the servicing needs of equipment manufactured before January 1, 2010).

After 2020, production of R-22 will be prohibited and only recovered, recycled, or reclaimed supplies of R-22 will be available for servicing existing equipment. So, in the future, R-22 supplies will be more limited and costs may rise.

I own an air-conditioning unit that contains R-22 and I want to minimize its impacts on the ozone layer.
What can I do?

If you have equipment that contains R-22, the most important thing you can do is to maintain your unit properly. Major leaks rarely develop in units that are properly installed and maintained; however, appropriate servicing is necessary to minimize potential environmental damage and maintenance costs.

For more information on what regular service your unit requires, please consult your owner’s manual or contact the company that sold or services your unit.

It is important to select a reliable service contractor. Technicians must have EPA certification to service equipment containing R-22. It is illegal to intentionally vent (release) any refrigerant when making repairs. Therefore, technicians are required to use refrigerant recovery equipment during service.

Also, request that service technicians locate and repair leaks instead of “topping off” leaking systems. This will help ensure that your system operates at its optimal level, which reduces emissions of refrigerant and saves you money by reducing your household energy use and avoiding additional repairs in the future.

What You Should Know about Refrigerants When Purchasing or Repairing a Residential A/C System or Heat Pump
Background: Ban on Production and Imports of Ozone-Depleting Refrigerants
In 1987 the Montreal Protocol, an international environmental agreement, established requirements that began the worldwide phase out of ozone-depleting CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons). These requirements were later modified, leading to the phase out in 1996 of CFC production in all developed nations.

In 1992 the Montreal Protocol was amended to establish a schedule for the phase out of HCFCs (hydro chlorofluorocarbons). HCFCs are less damaging to the ozone layer than CFCs, but still contain ozone-destroying chlorine. The Montreal Protocol as amended is carried out in the U.S. through Title VI of the Clean Air Act, which is implemented by EPA.

HCFC-22 (also known as R-22) has been the refrigerant of choice for residential heat pump and air-conditioning systems for more than four decades. Unfortunately for the environment, releases of R-22, such as those from leaks, contribute to ozone depletion. In addition, R-22 is a greenhouse gas and the manufacture of R-22 results in a by-product (HFC-23) that contributes significantly to global warming.

 As the manufacture of R-22 is phased out over the coming years as part of the agreement to end production of HCFCs, manufacturers of residential air conditioning systems are offering equipment that uses ozone-friendly refrigerants. Many homeowners may be misinformed about how much longer R-22 will be available to service their central A/C systems and heat pumps.

This fact sheet provides information about the transition away from R-22, the future availability of R-22, and the new refrigerants that are replacing R-22. This document also assists consumers in deciding what to consider when purchasing a new A/C system or heat pump, or when having an existing system repaired.

Phase out Schedule for HCFCs Including R-22
Under the terms of the Montreal Protocol, the U.S. agreed to meet certain obligations by specific dates that will affect the residential heat pump and air-conditioning industry:

January 1, 2004:
The Montreal Protocol required the U.S. to reduce its consumption of HCFCs by 35% below the U.S. baseline cap. As of January 1, 2003, EPA banned production and import of HCFC-141b, the most ozone-destructive HCFC. This action allowed the United States to meet its obligations under the Montreal Protocol. EPA was able to issue 100% of company baseline allowances for production and import of HCFC-22 and HCFC-142b.

January 1, 2010:
The Montreal Protocol requires the U.S. to reduce its consumption of HCFCs by 75% below the U.S. baseline. Allowance holders may only produce or import HCFC-22 to service existing equipment. Virgin R-22 may not be used in new equipment. As a result, heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) system manufacturers may not produce new air conditioners and heat pumps containing R-22.

January 1, 2015:
The Montreal Protocol requires the U.S. to reduce its consumption of HCFCs by 90% below the U.S. baseline.

January 1, 2020:
The Montreal Protocol requires the U.S. to reduce its consumption of HCFCs by 99.5% below the U.S. baseline. Refrigerant that has been recovered and recycled/reclaimed will be allowed beyond 2020 to service existing systems, but chemical manufacturers will no longer be able to produce R-22 to service existing air conditioners and heat pumps.

If you are interested for more information, please contact Houston Admiral Air Conditioning.

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