When in the midst of the hottest weather of the year, the last thing that you want is to discover that your air conditioning system is not functioning precisely as it ought to. However, you must remember that no air conditioning system is guaranteed to operate at peak performance levels at all times. Your air conditioner is a mechanical system, and the occasional operational problem is inevitable. It is always best to have any such problems resolved as soon as possible, of course, which is why it is so important that you learn to recognize early warning signs of AC trouble, such as when you have a refrigerant leak in your system.
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How to Spot a Refrigerant Leak This Summer
Monday, March 28th, 2016Is Your Ductwork Operating Properly?
Monday, March 21st, 2016When you think of HVAC system failures, you probably think of mechanical issues, refrigerant leaks, and other problems that affect your heating and air conditioning units directly. However, you cannot overlook the negative impact that your ductwork can have on your comfort, your budget, and your equipment itself if that ductwork is not in fine working condition. We strongly urge you to contact a member of our staff if and when you need any ductwork services in Washington, D.C. We excel in all manner of air duct services, and we’ll make sure that you are able to deliver conditioned air throughout your home effectively and reliably.
Is Now a Good Time for Air Conditioning Maintenance?
Monday, March 21st, 2016We’ve got a warm day here and there sprinkled throughout the next couple of weeks, but we certainly aren’t going to be running our air conditioners nonstop in the immediate future. Don’t let that fact lead to complacency, though. You don’t want the onset of the summer heat to catch you off guard, nor your air conditioner unprepared. If it has been a full cooling season since you last scheduled routine air conditioning maintenance in Washington, D.C., then now is the time to do so. Keeping up with an annual maintenance program is a necessity if you hope to cool your home as efficiently and reliably as possible.
Consider a Heat Pump Before Replacing That Heater!
Monday, March 14th, 2016The weather is a bit unpredictable at this time of the year, with temperatures proving to be fairly hot one day, and then dropping well below comfortable levels the next. Even so, most people in this area have their eyes on summer, and now is a great time to consider replacing the heating system that you’re relying on less and less as the season progresses.
If you are considering replacing your heater as even you look forward to the summer season, then take a few moments to familiarize yourself with the heat pump. Heat pumps offer not only a great heating performance, but can actually be used to maintain comfortable temperatures year-round.
When You Need Ductwork, You Need to Call Us
Monday, October 19th, 2015We live in an area where there are a lot of older homes, many of which were not outfitted with ductwork upon construction, let alone planned in a manner conducive to the installation of ductwork. Modern comfort expectations dictate that we are able to successfully heat and cool our properties, though, and ductwork remains the most common means by which to distribute heated and cooled air throughout such properties. With that in mind, we suggest that you schedule any and all ductwork services in Arlington, VA with us. In doing so, you ensure that the job is done right. Polar Bear Air Conditioning & Heating Inc. is the company to call for quality ductwork throughout the area.
Problems That a Dirty Air Filter Can Cause
Monday, October 5th, 2015It is imperative that you schedule routine air conditioning maintenance in Washington, D.C. if you want your air conditioner to function properly. You must remember, though, that counting on your AC technician to clean or replace your air filter during this annual service is just not sufficient. Yes, he or she will do this during the maintenance visit. However, your air filter needs to be changed much more frequently than just once a year. That is why it is so important that you remember to do so on your own as needed.
Ideally, you should change your heater every month or once every six weeks. This will vary with environment conditions and usage habits, though. Essentially, you should be simply be changing your air filter when it’s dirty. Contact Polar Bear Air Conditioning & Heating Inc. with any questions that you may have.
What Does a SEER Rating Mean?
Monday, September 14th, 2015Choosing an air conditioning system for installation in one’s home can be very time consuming. For most homeowners, a new air conditioner is a pretty major expense. As is the case with any other investment that you’d make, you want to be sure that your air conditioner will give you the most return possible on your initial investment. That is why, in addition to the different types of systems available, you must also consider the SEER of the models that you are interested in. This rating provides you with valuable information regarding the energy efficiency offered by your new air conditioning system in Arlington. Contact Polar Bear Air Conditioning & Heating Inc. to learn more about high-efficiency air conditioning systems available for installation in your home.
Is This the Year for an AC Replacement?
Monday, August 24th, 2015Much as we’d like to tell you otherwise, there will come a time when your air conditioner will either break down completely, or just not be worth repairing any longer. When that time comes, remember to schedule your air conditioning replacement in Washington, DC with us. Of course, before you can do so, you must first learn to recognize that the time has come for an AC replacement. A complete failure is a pretty obvious sign, naturally, but you ideally will not wait until your system fails entirely before replacing it. Keep the tips below in mind, and contact Polar Bear Air Conditioning & Heating Inc. if you suspect that the time for a replacement air conditioner has arrived.
Why Schedule Necessary Air Conditioning Repairs Right Now?
Monday, August 17th, 2015You may be thinking that your air conditioner, though struggling a bit, is fine to get you through to the end of the summer season. Maybe you are thinking that you can get away with delaying any necessary air conditioning repairs in Washington, DC until next summer. We are here to advise you against this type of attitude. Simply put, you cannot afford to let your air conditioner limp its way along throughout the rest of the current cooling season. No matter how minor you may believe a problem with your home cooling system to be, it is in your best interest, and in that of the system itself, to have necessary repairs completed ASAP. To do so, just call upon the AC repair professionals here at Polar Bear Air Conditioning & Heating Inc.
Should I Be Changing My Air Filter Regularly?
Monday, August 3rd, 2015During routine air conditioning maintenance in Washington, DC, your maintenance technician will clean or replace your air filter. This is not the only time during the year that this should be happening, though. Your air filter should likely be changed once every three months, depending upon make and model, as well as conditions within your own home. You don’t necessarily have to change it on your own, but somebody really does need to do it. Many homeowners are surprised to learn that the consequences of failing to change their air filters can be quite tangible and, in some instances, serious. Contact Polar Bear Air Conditioning & Heating Inc. to learn more.