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5 Ways to Cool Your Home More Evenly

By Steele Brothers Heating Inc | August 15, 2022 | Comments Off on 5 Ways to Cool Your Home More Evenly
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You may love nothing more than to come home to a cool, comfortable home at the end of a hot day. However, you may notice that your living room feels cooler than your bedroom, or that one side of the house always feels warmer than another. These issues can cause frustration as you struggle to…

Is Your AC Refrigerant Leaking?

By Steele Brothers Heating Inc | August 1, 2022 | Comments Off on Is Your AC Refrigerant Leaking?
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An efficient air conditioning unit is critical for a comfortable and healthy space during hot weather. However, your AC is only as efficient and reliable as its components. And among the key elements that keep your AC in check is the refrigerant. Leaky refrigerant will compromise the cooling efficiency of your AC, and failure to…

4 Tips for Improved Indoor Air Quality in Summer

By Steele Brothers Heating Inc | July 15, 2022 | Comments Off on 4 Tips for Improved Indoor Air Quality in Summer
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Summer brings numerous indoor air quality issues, such as high humidity and allergy triggers. While you may be preoccupied with beating the heat during this season, pay attention to summer pollutants and ask your HVAC expert about promoting healthy indoor air. Explore some tips to enhance indoor air quality today.

Size, Cooling Zones, Installation, and Mini-Split AC Systems

By Steele Brothers Heating Inc | July 1, 2022 | Comments Off on Size, Cooling Zones, Installation, and Mini-Split AC Systems
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Do you want to explore the ductless AC options of mini-split cooling systems? Whether your home isn’t air conditioned or you want to choose a new way to cool the interior area, mini-split systems provide an easy, efficient, and often economical way to keep the summer-time heat at bay. Before you install a mini-split air…

Summer Home Improvement Project? The Top 3 AC Upgrades

By Steele Brothers Heating Inc | June 1, 2022 | Comments Off on Summer Home Improvement Project? The Top 3 AC Upgrades
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Are you ready to upgrade your home’s HVAC system this summer? Your electricity bills are suddenly higher than in past summers and the system seems old. You know you want to repair, replace, or change some of your systems — but you’re not sure where to start. Before you bring in contractors for estimates, take…

Top AC Problems in Summer

By Steele Brothers Heating Inc | May 27, 2022 | Comments Off on Top AC Problems in Summer
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Over the summer, HVAC experts get busy as homeowners call with different AC issues. By knowing the common AC issues when the weather is hot and dry, you can quickly detect problems with your unit before it malfunctions. Check out some AC problems you may encounter over the summer below. Clogged Air Filters                                                                                         The air…

Summer Home Improvement Project? The Top 3 AC Upgrades

By Steele Brothers Heating Inc | May 27, 2022 | Comments Off on Summer Home Improvement Project? The Top 3 AC Upgrades
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Are you ready to upgrade your home’s HVAC system this summer? Your electricity bills are suddenly higher than in past summers and the system seems old. You know you want to repair, replace, or change some of your systems — but you’re not sure where to start. Before you bring in contractors for estimates, take…

Strange AC Noises and What They Could Mean

By Steele Brothers Heating Inc | May 2, 2022 | Comments Off on Strange AC Noises and What They Could Mean

If you’ve ever been in your house on a hot day and heard a strange noise coming from your AC unit, you’re not alone. Many homeowners experience this issue at some point. Many are not familiar with the inner workings of their AC unit, so strange and unfamiliar sounds can be cause for concern. While…

Electricity, Ozone, the Earth, and Eco-Conscious Air Conditioning Ideas

By Steele Brothers Heating Inc | April 27, 2022 | Comments Off on Electricity, Ozone, the Earth, and Eco-Conscious Air Conditioning Ideas

Are you an eco-conscious homeowner who also wants to cool their home? Going green doesn’t have to mean sweltering away in the summer heat. Whether your home isn’t air conditioned, uses energy-zapping window units, or has an older, inefficient system, take a look at what you need to know about your residential AC choices and…

4 Air Conditioner Problems Caused by the Thermal Expansion Valve

By Steele Brothers Heating Inc | April 5, 2022 | Comments Off on 4 Air Conditioner Problems Caused by the Thermal Expansion Valve

A central air conditioning unit has many elements and parts general homeowners don’t typically think about. If you do own an air conditioning unit, one of the parts you should be aware of is the thermal expansion valve. The valve is exclusively used to regulate the refrigerant pumped into an air conditioner and the superheat…