An air conditioning unit provides a pleasant environment for bees to set up a hive, especially during the summer. The safety and shade that AC units provide are ideal conditions for bees. So in this post, I’ll go over why bees are attracted to ACs as well as how to deter them from gaining a … Read more
Tesla’s Powerwall has been making waves in the home energy storage market. But many people are wondering if it can be used to power air conditioners. The answer is yes – Tesla Powerwall can run an air conditioner! But this depends on the amount of energy your AC consumes. This blog post will discuss how … Read more
Air conditioners have many different smells based on how it is operating. Some air conditioner smells are bad which means that something could be wrong with it, while others are pleasant. In this post, I’ll go over many reasons why your AC is spitting out foul smells and what you can do to fix it. … Read more
If you have an air conditioner that starts up for a few seconds and then stops, it could be for several reasons. Some may be easy to fix, while others require a professional’s touch. Below are some causes of the problem and how to troubleshoot them. If an air conditioner keeps turning on and off … Read more
Window air conditioners are a common household appliance during the summer months. Most people are unaware of the inner workings of their window AC unit and are surprised when they find styrofoam inside. The styrofoam in an AC is used as insulation to keep the cool air inside and the warm air outside. Without the … Read more
When installing or repairing an air conditioner, one of the most important things to get right is the wiring. Choosing the wrong wire size can lead to problems, from tripping breakers to overheating and even fire. So is 10/2 or 10/3 the best wire to use for an air conditioner? What are the differences between … Read more
Your air conditioner is working great, but you notice that the suction line is sweating. You’re not sure if this is normal or if there’s something wrong with your AC unit. It’s normal for an AC unit to sweat on the suction line. This happens when the refrigerant in the system starts to change state … Read more
If you are wondering whether an air conditioner can be installed under a deck, you are in the right place. While installing an air conditioner under a deck is possible, first, let’s talk about what kind of air conditioner you’re planning to use. Are you going to get a window unit? Maybe a portable one? … Read more
Is your air conditioner blowing hot air inside and cold air outside? If so, then you are in the right place. Summer comes with high temperatures and the last thing you want to do is turn on your ac system and discover that it’s not blowing warm air inside instead of cool air. There are … Read more
Is your ac unit freezing up and wondering whether an overcharged ac unit will freeze up? Overcharging your AC unit with a refrigerant will not directly cause it to freeze up. But there are things that can indirectly cause your ac unit to freeze up. In this article we are going to look at things … Read more