Follow these tips from the Center of Disease Control to help keep your Sarasota or Manatee home mold-free and healthy this summer.
Questions or concerns about mold growth? Call Airrific to discuss mold removal options.
Your AC system may not be as efficient as you think.
Air conditioning efficiency is measured according to a Seasonal Energy Efficiency Rating (SEER). Current government standards require a minimum SEER of 10. Sadly, manufacturers can say that rating is "high efficiency", even though it's the lowest efficiency you can buy today. Units with a SEER of 11 or 12 can be labeled "super high efficiency and those over 12 can be labeled "ultra-high".
Unfortunately, there are many other factors that can adversely affect an AC system's efficiency -- causing an increase in energy costs and a potential decrease in cooling comfort. For instance, air duct leaks can lead to losses of 30% or higher. Other issues include improper refrigerant charge, dirty outdoor or indoor coils, impeded or low air flow and recirculation can raise your bills (and your blood pressure).
Now that the hot and humid days are upon us in Sarasota and Manatee Counties, be sure to have an authorized AC expert check things out from top to bottom. Give Airrific Air Conditioning and Heating a call today and we'll come right over.
Is the AC in your Sarasota or Manatee County home running hot and cold?
Have you ever noticed how the temperature in one room in your home might be "just right," while all the others are way too cold or hot? Or, how your air conditioning system is cooling your entire house at night, when all you really need conditioned are the bedrooms? What a waste of comfort...and cost.
Home zoning is the ultimate in personal home comfort. Zoning allows you to set and control the temperature of each distinct living area to suit your needs. No more hot or cold spots. And, no more wasted energy costs resulting from "conditioning" unnecessary areas of the house. Learn how home zoning works here.
Are you suffering from allergies in your Sarasota or Manatee County home?
If so, you should look into improving the air filtration in your air conditioning system. Typical disposable air filters aren't going to help. You'll see some improvement by using a pleated allergy filter. Its increased surface area is able to catch large allergens like mold and pollen. Better still, are electronic air cleaners. They can eliminate most pollen and mold spores, up to 94% of smaller particles and up to 80% of airborne viruses. But, High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filters are the ultimate in air filtration. They can remove particles down to 2 microns and can eliminate 99.7% of all particles in the air. Learn more here.
Which air filtration system is best for you? Contact Airrific for a free indoor quality estimate today and start breathing easier tomorrow.
How do you know when it's time to replace your home's AC System?
If you're operating an air conditioning system in Sarasota or Manatee county that's 12 years old or more and it's frequently breaking down, it's time to say bye-bye. Replacing it with newer technology can save you up to 60% on your operating costs. So, it will actually pay for itself in a relatively short time. If the system is between 8 and 12 years old, consider replacing it if it breaks down unless it costs less than $200 to fix. If the system is over 5 years of age, it's usually OK to repair it unless it's a compressor failure and the compressor is out of warranty. Anything newer than 5 years is best to fix. In fact, most AC manufacturers have a 5-10 year warranty on parts for systems this new.
Airrific Air Conditioning and Heating has been in business over 20 years. Our experienced AC technicians will help you determine which decision is best for you. Click here to learn more.
Here are some energy saving ways to avoid mold problems in your Sarasota or Manatee County home while you're away.
First, close your curtains and blinds to help block the heat from the sun. Then, if you have a programmable thermostat, set it to run the AC at 72 degrees for two hours each day just before sunrise and 88 degrees the rest of the time. This will remove a major amount of moisture from the cooler morning air when the relative humidity is higher and your air conditioner is running more efficiently. Keep your thermostat at a constant 75 degrees if it's not programmable. Also, consider installing a dehumidistat. This energy saving device is designed to control humidity and mildew during our humid summer months. Learn some other mold prevention tips here.
If you want to have a programmable thermostat or dehumidistat installed, contact Airrific today. We'll be happy to help you out before you leave.
Sarasota and Manatee AC Refrigerant Costs Are Going Through the Roof.
Everyone’s been talking about the huge jump in gas prices for their cars. But did you know that Freon refrigerant used in most home and business air conditioners has skyrocketed from about $40 per pound to around $90 per pound in recent months? Considering a typical AC unit can hold about 5 to 10 pounds of refrigerant, it could cost upwards of $900 if it leaks out. Even a small leak can result in a big expense.
Be sure to have a qualified AC contractor check your air conditioning system for leaks before it’s too late. Airrific Air Conditioning and Heating conducts a comprehensive Precision 40-Point Tune-Up process to keep your air conditioning system running at its very best. Contact us today and start saving money tomorrow.
If you're in Sarasota or Manatee, get your air ducts cleaned every 2 years.
You wouldn't drink water out of a dirty cup. Yet, chances are, you're breathing unhealthy air out of dirty air ducts. As air passes through your ductwork, particles of dust, dander and pollen settle to the bottom and accumulate. Micro-organisms like mold, bacteria, fungus and dust mites thrive in this dark environment. The air exiting the ducts brings these particles and micro-organisms into your rooms and into your lungs.
Be sure to have a reputable AC contractor clean your ductwork every 2 years. Airrific uses a special HEPA machine to vacuum inside of all the ductwork. We also remove the return and supply vents and hand-wash them in a degreaser solution. Lastly, we use an anti-microbial fog treatment in the duct system to kill any remaining organisms and sanitize the system. Contact Airrific Air Conditioning and Heating today and ask us for a free estimate.
Now is the time to get your air conditioning system tuned up.
This week marks the start of Spring. If you live in Sarasota or Manatee County, it also marks the best time to have your air conditioning system checked out...before the really hot and humid weather gets here. Your AC system is the most expensive appliance you own. Keeping it regularly maintained will save you money on your electric bill and save you money on unexpected repairs.
Make sure you know what you're paying for before you hire an AC contractor to do the job. All of our trained technicians at Airrific follow our unique 40-point precision tune-up process. It includes everything that can possibly be done to check and keep your air conditioning system running at its very best. Click here to learn more.
Do you know that trillions of allergens find their way into your home on a daily basis? Dust, pollen, pet/hair dander, dust mites and bacteria are just a few of these irritants. Indoor air quality, or IAQ refers to air within homes and around buildings especially as it relates to personal health. Sometimes the air within homes and buildings can be more polluted than the outdoor air around it. Indoor pollution sources that release gases or particles into the air are the primary cause of air quality in homes. Inadequate ventilation can increase indoor air pollutant levels by bringing in enough outdoor air to dilute emissions from indoor air sources and not by carrying indoor air pollutants our of the home.
It is important to ventilate properly and keep secondhand smoke outside your house. Vacuuming and dusting regularly also help improve the air quality within your home. The bathroom can be the dampest area of your home, it is important to ventilate bathrooms during use and dry damp surfaces to prevent mold.
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