Spacepak Air Conditioning Systems

Posted on June 18, 2013 by HVAC News — No Comments ↓

Spacepak air conditioning systems, what you need to know!

Spacepak air conditioning systems are nice and expensive”. The Spacepak air conditioning systems do make air conditioning less of a challenge then the convention steel duct-work. These specialty a/c systems are for use when your home or business that is fitted with boiler heat system. Spacepak are also used in historical building that needs air conditioning systems.

This system is a Unico high velocity air conditioning system installed in Hinsdale IL. we prefer these system over Spacepak

Other uses for Spacepak air conditioning systems are laundry facilities and other areas where spot cooling is necessary. The Spacepak air conditioning system uses can be endless with the right imagination.

Keeping it Real!

Spacepak air conditioning systems is not the catch all of specialty air conditioning systems, but aid in providing central air conditioning and spot cooling applications. We have installed many high velocity Spacepak systems and regardless what the brochures and online information says; minor construction always seems to be needed.

In the Chicago land area, many Chicago homes are bungalows; those homes are perfect for Spacepak. Take some two and three story Beverley homes on Long wood drive, or the historic homes on the north side and north shore. The Spacepak systems installations always require some construction or maybe two systems at best.

These systems work well and are pretty quiet. Out of 100 or so Spacepak systems we installed dating back 15 years only one motor has failed. And only a few Spacepak duct-works opened up losing air flow. Those were both easy fixes. Cost associated with these fixes was comparable to any HVAC repair.

Like any mechanical equipment maintenance is required. If the consumers of Spacepak air conditioning systems choose not to perform these maintenance’s, then surely the Spacepak systems will fail sooner then later. Therefore when shopping out these Spacepak air conditioning systems be sure to keep in mind maintenance.

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Heating Air Conditioning Contractor

Posted on June 17, 2013 by HVAC News — No Comments ↓

Heating air conditioning contractor servicing the Chicago land and north west Indiana.

Heating air conditioning contractors are a dime a dozen. So therefore what are looking for when you’re searching for a heating air conditioning contractor?Are you looking for status? For example, a big box heating and air conditioning contractor? Are you looking at reviews online for heating air conditioning contractor? If so what stands out to you the most about the reviews? Cost of service, dependability or location?

In the Chicago land area a good heating air conditioning contractor will offer sales pricing on new heating air conditioning equipment, such as furnaces and boilers, as well as central air conditioning systems including specialty systems such as Space pack and Unico air conditioning.

Remember watch the way the sales ads are written. If you see a sales price for a new furnace and air conditioning system stating starting at $3600.00 the key phase is starting at”. This sales pitch is to get the salesmen into the door. Watch what happens to the price once the salesman is in your home” they soar way beyond the gimmick price”.

Call some companies and ask them to quote you over the phone, it’s not fair to do this because a proper estimate can’t be given. However if you explain your HVAC system and know the square foot of your home and decent heating air conditioning contractor should be able to give you a ball park price.
We do this all the time and when we do go out to the home; our prices are close most of the time. There have been occasions where the homeowner was wrong in their phone assessment, which should be expected.

My advice to the consumer, when searching for a heating air conditioning contractor, is to call and ask as them as many questions they you may have prior to inviting them to your home. If the heating air conditioning contractor is forthright over the phone then they will be so in your home.
Good Luck

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Heating Air Conditioning

Posted on June 16, 2013 by HVAC News — No Comments ↓

Heating Air conditioning are two words synonymous with comfort heating and comfort air conditioning.

Heating Air conditioning Chicago is a search term a consumer in the market for heating and air conditioning my use. Whether it’s for new equipment, repair service or the all-important maintenance check.

Heating air conditioning also refers to your furnace or boiler and maybe your heat pump if you prefer. Air conditioning refers to your central air conditioning or your roof top air conditioning unit, it also could be a through the wall condenser or even a window or wall air conditioning system.

Heating air conditioning is components in your home or building that you rely on to provide either heat or cool during that season. Heating, provides you with warm winters, and air conditioning, provides you with cool summers.

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AC Furnace Repair Near ME

Posted on June 14, 2013 by HVAC News — No Comments ↓

AC Furnace Repair Near ME, I’m always looking for a reputable and reasonable priced AC furnace repair company near me.

AC furnace repair near me has a list to choose from longer then my arm, whom do I choose? I have found that companies that have reasonable service call rates and offers flat rate pricing seems to be my best choice.

Many AC furnace repair companies say one thing over the phone and do an entirely different approach when at my home. Recently we called a local AC furnace repair company near me and it was refreshing that most everything told to us over the phone was true and accurate. Read more ›

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Storm Damaged Central AC

Posted on June 12, 2013 by HVAC News — No Comments ↓

Storm damaged Central AC have been wide spread throughout the Chicago land area due to storms past and of course the storms to come.

Storm Damaged central ac and today’s forecast for 6-12-2013, the weather forecasters are warning us of heavy rain storms with lightning and thunder. Your central a/c may be at risk.

If you have experienced a storm damaged central Ac, the first call should be to your insurance company and then the second call should be to Around the Town HVAC.
Is there a way to protect your central air conditioning during storms? Yes, turn it off during the peak of the storm. As long as no electrical energy is being consumed at your central a/c then the chances of a lightning strike decreases tenfold.

storm damaged central air, If a lightning strike can do this to your roof, imagine what it can do to your a/c system.

Freon Leak Alternatives

Posted on June 11, 2013 by HVAC News — No Comments ↓

Freon Leak Alternatives

R-22HCFC Freon leak alternatives seem to be the question of the day for many home owners. Freon leaks especially R-22 HCFC refrigerants are a bigger issue then having no cool air in your home.

Freon leaks, why does this happen to my air conditioning system? Good question, Freon leaks can occur by friction of copper and aluminum, or copper and metal rubbing together.
During normal operation of an air conditioning system Freon is pumped through the copper piping. This occurs when the compressor is running and this creates a slight vibration.

Another source of vibration that can cause pinhole Freon leaks is when the blower motor of the furnace or air handler is running. Any time metal on metal vibrates to one another the odds of metal fatigue is greater. Read more ›

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Summer Weather is Coming Chicago

Posted on June 9, 2013 by HVAC News — No Comments ↓

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Is your Air Conditioner Ready?

“It’s not the heat, it’s the humidity” is one of those oft-heard sayings during the summer in places where the air is humid. Another is, “It’s 90 degrees and the humidity is 90 per cent!” And where the weather is not humid, “It’s hot — but it’s a dry heat!”

How much truth is there to those?

To try to quantify what the air “feels like” in a single number, the apparent temperature, or heat index, has come to be widely implemented over the years. In the old days, there was what’s known as the temperature-humidity index, or THI, but that was largely abandoned, probably because its values weren’t very meaningful. Meanwhile, Canada uses the “humidex.”

All these things are ways to try to get around simply using the temperature and the dewpoint separately rather than combined, because not enough people are familiar enough with the use of dewpoint in the communication of how humid the air is.

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Contact Around the Town HVAC today to schedule an Air Conditioning Cleaning and Maintenance Check.

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Central A/C Repair Service – Around the Town HVAC

Posted on June 3, 2013 by HVAC News

Central a/c repair service in the Chicago land area has been steady due to the age of central air conditioning systems and fatigue.

Central a/c repair service work and the correlation between the age of the central air conditioning system, location of the a/c unit as well as maintenance comes to bare.

The average age of central air conditioning systems in the Chicago land area is between 10 and 15 years old. This doesn’t sound old for a/c systems. However the lack or Central a/c repair service and the locations of your central air conditioning system have a lot to do with the short life of the a/c unit in the Chicago land area.

In Las Vegas, compressor change outs are as common as trading in your car every four to five years. The extreme heat and the roof top installations of the a/c systems and heat pumps have much to do with that phenomenon.

That’s why in the Chicago land area we HVAC contractors suggest maintenance service twice yearly. Have your furnace and a/c system checked. As you may know or not know, both furnace and a/c systems work hand in hand with each other. If there is a problem with the furnace then it’s a good chance your a/c system will suffer as well.

Central a/c’s installed under decks and on high rise roofs also impedes the longevity of your air conditioning system.
If you are in need of central a/c repair service in the Chicago land area first check your furnace filter and make sure it’s clean. If the a/c unit is in view, inspect the outdoor unit. Look into the grills and see if the a/c condenser is clogged with cottonwood and other dirt and grime. If all seem well then by all means call for central a/c repair service. 312-243-9896.

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Feature-packed Amana Air Conditioner a Best Buy

Posted on June 1, 2013 by HVAC News

Central air conditioner saleide variety of central air conditioning systems such as; Trane, Amana or Trane if you prefer.

High-efficiency 16 SEER air conditioner selected for best warranty coverage and Amana’s reputation for reliability
HOUSTON, May 16, 2013 – The Amana® brand SSX16 Air Conditioner has been recognized as a Consumers Digest Best Buy.

Amana ’s SSX16 earned “Best Buy” standing for “Amana ’s reputation for reliability” and “the best warranty…of any model we found,” noted Consumers Digest in its May/June 2013 issue.

Out of the box, a long list of features is packed into the Amana SSX16 Air Conditioner. It starts inside with a high-performance scroll compressor that works in tandem with a high-efficiency condenser coil made of enhanced, corrugated aluminum fins and rifled refrigeration-grade copper tubing. The design not only adds durability, it maximizes surface area for more efficient heat transfer using chlorine-free R-410A refrigerant.

“We’re honored to have the Amana brand SSX16 Air Conditioner named as a Consumers Digest Best Buy,” says J. Kelly Hearnsberger, Director of Product Marketing, Goodman Global Group, Inc. “The SSX16 really exemplifies how Amana endeavors to make outstanding indoor comfort products with a price that makes for a great, long-term value to most homeowners. The SSX16 delivers high-performance, energy-efficient indoor comfort in a durable, quiet design, all backed by long warranties.”

To ensure quiet performance, the Amana SSX16 has several sounddampening features, including a three-bladed fan and uniquely designed, louvered sound-control top. A foam sound blanket made of high-quality materials covers the compressor to further reduce fan-related noise.

The liquid-line filter drier is factory-installed to increase compressor life. The SSX16 also features high- and low-pressure switches and sweat connection service valves that provide easy access to gauge ports.

“These high-quality components work to keep homeowners cool on the hottest days,” Hearnsberger explains.

A heavy-gauge galvanized steel, louvered cabinet protects the coil. Weather and time are resisted with Amana’s appliance-quality, powder-coated finish.

The warranty noted by Consumers Digest covers the Amana SSX16 air conditioner with a Lifetime Compressor Limited Warranty and a 10-year Parts Limited Warranty. If the compressor ever fails, a new one will be provided to the original purchaser of the air conditioner as long as they live in the same single family residence.

“With up to 16 SEER performance, the Amana SSX16 can help homeowners lower their utility bills while enhancing their indoor comfort during the hottest months for years to come,” Hearnsberger says.

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New Central Air Conditioner Sales

Posted on May 28, 2013 by HVAC News

New Central Air Conditioner Sales Chicago

Memorial Day has come and gone and the summer festivities are about to POP. Beaches will open graduation parties will commence, and the heat of summer to swelter.
New central air conditioner sales will also pop up everywhere in the newspapers, websites on TV ads and anyplace advertisers can get them seen. How do you know if the new central air conditioner sales you see are good sales?

When shopping new central air conditioner sales it’s always good to get 3 estimates, anymore then that is a waste of time. Compare apples to apples with your 3 estimates. Make sure the salesmen are documenting everything they’re promising you for the new central air conditioner sales. Watch for the bait and switch, we have seen air conditioning sales companies offer one central air conditioner and install another, Be Aware!

New central air conditioner sales Brand. Consumers ask which central air conditioner is best? The true answer is as follows; the best central air conditioner on the market today is the central air conditioner that is installed correctly and maintained properly. A good operational air conditioner does not only fall on the installing air conditioner contractor, it also falls on the shoulders of the homeowners through maintenance.

When you shop consumer guides on the web for that info, what you are seeing is the amount of central air conditioners that are sold. You will see good reviews from the cheaper brands central air conditioners and you will also see bad reviews from the supposed best central air conditioners. I reiterate that the best central air conditioner on the market today is the one that is installed correctly and maintained properly.

Having your central air conditioner replaced due to costly repairs sometimes leaves you at a disadvantage because when you are hot, shopping new central air conditioner sales is difficult. Just know this; if you need to replace your central air conditioner because of costly repairs make sure your estimate from the repair company at your home has all details. Brand names are not necessary.
Look at warranty and licensing, timeline of new air conditioner, make sure the air conditioner proposed is the air conditioner you get, all central air conditioners are labeled on the name plate and sticker on the air conditioner.

All in all having a new central air conditioner installed should be an easy task even when it’s an emergency.
Feel free to Call Big Ed if your air conditioner fails and you have another air conditioner contractor at your home, ask Ed any questions and He will guide you.

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