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How To Keep Your Cooling Costs Down This Summer

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As summer approaches in San Francisco, CA, many of us dread the spike in energy bills that come with trying to stay cool. Despite the city’s moderate climate, there are days where the temperature climbs, and the need for air conditioning becomes inevitable. However, keeping your home cool doesn’t have to break the bank. In this post, we’ll explore practical and effective strategies to reduce your cooling costs while maintaining comfort through the hotter months.

Signs Your HVAC Has an Airflow Problem

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An HVAC system is integral to maintaining a comfortable living environment in both homes and businesses. However, even the best systems can encounter airflow problems, which can happen at any time of the year. Recognizing the signs of airflow issues early on is crucial to minimizing indoor discomfort and associated repairs. Here’s a look at some of them.

Possible Reasons Your Building’s HVAC Is Noisy

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As a business owner or commercial property manager, having a quiet and efficient HVAC system is essential for the comfort of your building’s occupants. But when it starts to make unusual noises, it not only disrupts the work environment but could also signal underlying issues that require attention. In this blog, Schmitt Heating and Air Conditioning will outline potential causes of HVAC noises and provide solutions to ensure your system functions quietly and efficiently.

Which Commercial AC Is Right for You?

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Commercial air conditioners are often larger than residential ones since they need to cool more expansive spaces. These high-powered units are ideal for shops, warehouses and other establishments. The right heating and air conditioning system can ensure the comfort of the occupants of your building. It will also protect the equipment necessary for your business. Here are tips to help you choose a commercial AC.

4 Common Signs of a Faulty or Failing AC Sensor

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Air conditioning systems have sensors that read the temperature of the air that enters the evaporator coil. They help your equipment reach your desired temperature and effectively cool your living space. When these sensors malfunction, your home’s comfort could suffer.

Debunking Popular Summer Home Cooling Myths

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Keeping your home cool and comfortable becomes a top priority as the heat of the summer season starts to rise. But did you know that several cooling misconceptions could be causing you to waste energy and money? Read on as Schmitt Heating and Air Conditioning debunks common home cooling myths.

How to Tell if Your AC Has a Refrigerant Leak

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Your air conditioner has a substance called a refrigerant, which serves as the system’s “blood”. It is an integral component of the unit, playing an important role in the cooling process. Unfortunately, prevailing issues from within the equipment can cause it to leak out, leading to extensive damage and inadequate cooling if not addressed properly.

HVAC Considerations for Your Home Addition

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Investing in an addition allows you to create a better, more spacious home while meeting the changing needs of your growing family. Like most renovations, it requires careful thought and planning. Apart from learning about the potential timeline and budget to get it done, you’ll have to consider the type of HVAC setup that will best fit your home addition. This decision, after all, will have an impact on your home’s overall heating and cooling needs.

HVAC Maintenance Resolutions for 2023

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With the new year comes new opportunities in doing things like getting more home maintenance done this year, HVAC maintenance in particular. In today’s post, Schmitt Heating & Air Conditioning shares some heating and cooling maintenance habits that you should start getting into this year.

Clearance for Outdoor HVAC Units: Why Does It Matter?

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For your heat pump or air conditioning system to work effectively, its outdoor unit, which houses the compressor, must have enough clearance on all sides. The ideal distance between it and the exterior wall, fence or shrubbery is at least 24 inches. Local HVAC service contractor Schmitt Heating & Air Conditioning explains its importance in today’s blog.