Use these five tips to keep your Orlando air conditioning unit in great shape all summer long!
Tweak Your Thermostat Settings:
Find a comfortable setting on your thermostat and keep it there. You want to set your air conditioning unit at just the right spot to beat the hot summer heat in Orlando but not so cold that it makes your AC work overtime. Most Central Florida residents keep their thermostats locked in between 72 and 78 degrees. Every degree closer to 72 is going to cost you a noticeable amount on your monthly bill. Sure, we all want to beat the heat but it’s also a good idea not to break the bank in the process.
Creative Use Of Window Shades:
Shading the sun-facing portions of your home can reduce the stress on your air conditioning unit. Though a study by the Florida Solar Energy Center showed ‘minimal savings’ with this technique, by using shade to your advantage you can take some of the stress off your air conditioning unit. Escaping the Orlando sun in the shade is always a welcome practice and a good idea for homeowners looking to stay cool.
Fight Off Humidity:
Though you may be tempted to open your windows and let in a cool Central Florida breeze, any changes in the humidity inside your home could lead to unnecessary stress on your AC unit. Humidifiers can add to this problem as well. So, keep the windows closed and make sure all doors are well-sealed to ensure that your air conditioning unit has the best chance in the ongoing battle against summer temperatures in Orlando.
Keep Your Air Filter Clean:
Changing your air conditioner filter is a simple task but ignoring it and letting dust, dirt and air pollutants clog up your filter can lead to sluggish AC performance. Make sure you take note of the type and size of your filter and check it at least once a month. During the hottest portion of the Orlando summer, it might be a good idea to check your filter every week. When removing the old filter, take note of how the new filter fits in your system. Marking the old filter with a marker can give you a guide when installing the new unit.
Keep Heat-Producing Appliances Away From Your Thermostat:
Always remember to remove any heat-producing lights or appliances from the area surrounding your thermostat. The heat from these devices could cause your thermostat to work much harder than it should. By keeping the area around the thermostat free of outside heating influences, you’ll have an accurate reading of the temperature inside your home.
Use these 5 tips to keep your house cool through the hot Orlando summers and you may just save some money in the process. For additional information on air conditioning services in the Orlando area, visit Crumsac.com or the Central Florida air conditioning blog.
Crums Climate Control has been an active player for the rescued animals efforts. For years now, Crum’s has been a proud sponsor of Pet Rescue by Judy. A non-profit organization dedicated to the rescue of cats and dogs with a “No-Kill” policy.
Their vision helps to prevent animals from needing to be rescued through the education of proper animal care and strategies to avoid animal overpopulation. In addition to education they provide the required medical services and temporary housing for the pets rescue.
Mr. Brian Wrong (owner of Crums) a pet lover and a dog owner himself, personally makes sure that the needs of the Pet Rescue gets supported in all their efforts along with his team.
We encourage you to do the same for this great cause and take your part in saving a life. Next time your daughter or son asks you for a pet… please take time to visit your local shelter. There hundreds of dogs that are full of years of joy.
Most air-conditioners and heat pumps sold around the world use a refrigerant called R-22. Emissions of R-22 are considered by some experts to be a significant factor in depleting the ozone layer that protects animals and people from harmful rays from the sun.
Families now have the choice to ask for an air-conditioner or heat pump that uses a more efficient and environmentally friendlier refrigerant called 410A or R-410A when buying a new system for their home.
Replacing Your Old Air Conditioner or Building a New Home?
You should select a new system that doesn’t use ozone-depleting refrigerants.
Why? Because by selecting R-410A you eliminate the possibility that refrigerant leaking from your system might contribute to the hole in the ozone layer, and you’ll also be investing in a comfort system that will last you for many years to come.
In preparations for a new marketing campaign, we produced a commercial that will begin airing on television Thanksgiving day (Thursday, November 26th). Shooting went well at Channel 9, WFTV on their large blue screen soundstage. After only a few takes, owner Brian Wrong breezed through the script, and happily got across our message on film. Starting on November 26th, check back on the website and tune in on Channel 9, Channel 27, and Channel 6 to see the new commercial spot!
We’re celebrating Thanksgiving with a bang this year at Crums Climate Control!
We had such a great year in 2009 that we are hosting our biggest sale ever for Thanksgiving Day ONLY. Prices will be slashed by 40% on eligible Trane™ air conditioning systems. You will also receive Crums’ same great service, our 10-Year parts and labor warranty from the manufacturer, no interest financing with no payments for 12 months, and our one year 100% Money Back Satisfaction Guarantee.
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (NBCAM). Since the program began in 1985, mammography rates have more than doubled for women age 50 and older and breast cancer deaths have declined.
This is exciting progress, but there are still women who do not take advantage of early detection at all and others who do not get screening mammograms and clinical breast exams at regular intervals.
The key to mammography screening is that it be done routinely – once is not enough.
For more information about NBCAM, please visit www.nbcam.org.
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) gathers and reports information on business reliability, alerts the public to frauds against consumers and businesses, provides information on ethical business practices, and acts as a mutually trusted intermediary between consumers and businesses to resolve disputes. News media frequently turn to the CBBB and local BBBs as expert sources of news about scams and consumer issues.
BBB assigns grades from A to F with pluses and minuses. A+ is the highest grade and F is the lowest. The grade represents BBB’s degree of confidence that the business is operating in a trustworthy manner and will make a good faith effort to resolve any customer concerns.
The HVAC/R demand for R-22 refrigerant remains strong. The anticipated transition to EPA approved alternatives like R-410A has been slower than expected. The result is an estimated 27.5 million pound R-22 shortfall. Plan now to retrofit existing cooling equipment and transition away from R-22 with the help of alternative refrigerants, such as R-410A. All Crums air conditioning units use the environmentally-friendly R-410A.
Air conditioner filters are one of the most important protective measures built into your AC unit. They increase the life of your AC by keeping it cleaner and in better operating condition, and they also work wonders when it comes to improving the air quality in your home. Crums suggests you change out your air conditioner filter every thirty days, though some advances in technology claim that you can let some filters sit for 90 days before they need to be replaced. As a general rule, the only sure way to know when your filter needs attention is to inspect it regularly. If the filter is covered in a thick dust, it’s time to either clean or change out your filter. A clogged filter does neither you nor your AC unit any good, and can actually increase your utility bills over time, since your unit has to work overtime to get the air it needs to cool your home.
When purchasing an air conditioning filter it’s important to know what your options are so you best meet your filtering needs.
Fiberglass Filter: If you’re on a budget, your standard, thirty day fiberglass filter is better than nothing. But don’t let this one sit. It will clog quickly, and after a month’s use it will be doing you and your system more harm than good.
Electrostatic Filters: These are also disposable filters that should be changed monthly, though manufacturers claim that air flow through them creates an electrostatic charge that does a better job of trapping dust and other airborne contaminants. These are generally better choices if you or someone in your family suffers from any breathing problems such as asthma or allergies.
Electronic Filters: Electronic filters are the top-dog as far as air conditioner filters go. They are hooked up to an electrical power source and do the best job of filtering contaminants from the air. They are also the most maintenance free filters, and can be cleaned for re-use, saving you the trouble of purchasing a new filter for every change.
These are just a small sampling of the most popular air conditioner filters on the market. There are a number of other filters out there, all offering their own special benefits. Lysol treated filters claim to work wonders when it comes to reducing airborne bacteria, and microparticle and HEPA filters are supposed to be optimal as far as cleaning and purifying the air you breathe. There are even activated carbon filters to promote odor control in your home if that’s a problem.
NATE (North American Technician Excellence) was founded in 1997 and is the nation’s largest independent, third-party non-profit certification organization for heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVACR) technicians. NATE-certified technicians are skilled professionals who have proven their knowledge in the HVACR industry by passing specialized NATE certification tests. We’re dedicated to educating consumers on the importance of choosing certified HVACR professionals.
With over 26,000 NATE-certified technicians, NATE is the only technician certification organization governed, owned, operated, developed and supported by the HVACR industry. And as part of a coalition of industry-recognized partners, you’ll have greater peace of mind knowing your contractor is sending the right person out for the job.
Crums Climate Control is proud to employ only NATE certified technicians so you are assured that your service and/or installation is done by the best in the business.
Greg Dawson of the Orlando Sentinel’s Consumer File blog recently posted an article regarding Crums Climate Control’s customer service. A few years ago, we had some problems with a few troubled employees who betrayed the trust of our customers. We did some internal investigations and weeded out the troublemakers, and we are dedicated to providing our customers with an unsurpassed level of service to ensure your satisfaction with our company and our products.
