4 Things You Need To Know About Your AC

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For homeowners in the sunshine state, an air conditioner is a necessity. But, how much do you really know about this important piece of equipment? Here are four things you should know about your air conditioning system.

What a ‘ton’ of cooling is…

Before air conditioning was invented, cooling was done by saving big blocks of ice. So, the term ton came from how they used to rate their capacity by the equivalent amount of ice melted in a day.

It’s not the heat, it’s the humidity…

Humidity was the spark that started the need for air conditioning. Lack of humidity control can lead to mold growth, and other moisture-related problems.

Ventilation is more important than you think…

Air conditioners should heat, cool, clean, ventilate, humidify, and dehumidify. Without adequate ventilation, indoor air pollution can lead to a significant amount of health and comfort problems.

You should lighten your load…

Noticing problems with your AC unit? You can repair the system by reducing the size of it’s job. Reducing internal AC loads is simple — shut off unused electrical appliances, lights, and equipments.

If you bump into plumbing, cooling, or electrical problems in your home, don’t hesitate to call the professionals at Jupiter-Tequesta! Our technicians are here to help you get things back up and running!

Visit our website to learn more about our services, or give us a call to speak with a representative directly:

Tequesta: (561) 747-5740

Palm Beach: (561) 626-6822

Martin: (772) 546-2822

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