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There was a time when you didn’t think twice about authorizing a refrigerant refill for your AC system. You just got it done. That’s when R-22 refrigerant (more commonly known as Freon) was $5 – $10 a pound. That time is now behind us. Decades ago, it was discovered that the chemicals used to make […]

When you come home on a hot and sticky day, you expect to trade those conditions for your own cool, comfortable surroundings. Then one day, things suddenly aren’t quite as cool and comfortable – if at all. That could mean a few things. First, your AC system is no longer operating at peak performance. You’ll […]

You can’t see your ductwork, right? Not unless you go looking for it. And should something inspire you to do so, what exactly would, or should you be looking for? Aha, great question, because the answer is “leaks or gaps.” And should you spot either or both – and have a Bob Boldt HVAC service […]

During the summer months, your central AC system is likely your favorite major appliance – with the fridge’s ice maker perhaps in second place. Yet the condenser – the system component of an AC system located outside of a house – isn’t exactly easy on the eyes. Don’t sweat it – there are countless ways […]

When it’s time to replace your AC system with one that works a whole lot better, chances are the first thing on your mind is getting back to the “Ah!” effect. You know, that feeling you get when you return home on a blistering hot day, but everything is just as cool and comfortable as […]

What happens if you don’t swap out your summer and winter clothing as the seasons change? Not much, other than perhaps an overcrowded closet or dresser drawers. But it’s a little more serious when you don’t keep up with cleaning or replacing your AC filter roughly once a month. Here are a few examples of […]

If you have just one thermostat, you’re no doubt paying too much to heat and cool your home. After all, is every room and area of your home occupied all the time? In our experience, that’s rarely the case. So, as the logic goes, if you’re heating or cooling every room equally but many are […]

“I’m telling you, dear, all we need is central air and we can stop worrying about the heat AND the humidity! "Have you and your spouse ever had such a conversation? Many families do, especially when planning to switch to central air for the first time. Once you do, bingo – everything you wanted, including […]

Moderation isn’t always a good thing. If you train for a marathon but never run more than five miles at a time, how can you expect to run 26+? If you strive for C’s’ in school and study just enough to achieve your goal, have you succeeded – especially if you’re capable of more? The […]

Every season has its fair share of pros and cons. Summer, for example, means fun in the sun, but sometimes to excess when conditions become hot and steamy. Spring brings milder weather but is no walk in the park for allergy sufferers. And yet, what do all four seasons have in common? Each can help […]