The Meaning of Different Thermostat Settings

July 19, 2021

During the summer months in central Arkansas, the temperatures can get extremely warm. At this time, it’s important to understand how to make the best use of your air conditioning system. One way to do that is by understanding the various settings or modes on your AC. Not only will you be able to improve comfort levels for yourself and your family, but you will also be able to boost energy efficiency. Understanding the Settings Air conditioning systems have an “on” and an “auto” setting. There is not much difference between these settings in terms

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How To Clean Air Conditioning Unit

June 21, 2021

Arkansas has hot summers, and we want to help you keep your air conditioner working well throughout the entire season. If you clean your unit now, it will go a long way toward ensuring smooth operation so that you don’t have problems sneak up on you later. The Indoor Unit The first step to cleaning your air conditioner is to ensure that the electricity to the system is turned off at the electrical box. After shutting off the breaker, you may lose lights in the same area, so have a flashlight handy. Next, you can start

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Does Humidity Affect My Air Conditioner?

May 24, 2021

The summers get hot and humid around Sherwood, AR. This could affect how well your air conditioner does its job of keeping your home cool and comfortable. Here are a few things that you should know about how humidity could affect your air conditioner during the hot months. Signs That Your AC Is Struggling During times of extreme heat and humidity, it is normal for your air conditioner to work harder to cool and dehumidify your home. You may see higher than normal electric bills as a result. Common signs that your AC cannot keep up

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Who Invented Air Conditioning?

April 13, 2021

Air conditioning is a much older technology than many would expect. While it wasn’t common in homes until the past few decades, the first modern air conditioner was developed in 1901 by Willis Carrier. Early Air Conditioning Carrier wasn’t the first to experiment with indoor cooling. Both the Ancient Egyptians and the Romans used passive technologies to help keep indoor spaces cooler. In 1558, Giambattista della Porta described how to lower the temperature of ice, and others used these methods to further experiment with how to lower indoor temperatures. Compressor breakthroughs

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