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Carrier Air Conditioners in Long Island

admin — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 15:31:55 +0000

The Infinity™ Series central air conditioner is engineered to be the best, with our highest SEER rating (up to 21). When combined with the advanced Infinity System, it is our most energy-efficient heating and cooling system, based on stringent ARI cost standards. Carrier heat pumps are central air conditioners that can also heat your whole home. Paired with a gas furnace, they offer energy-use options and extra heating options…we call this combination Hybrid Heat. Remember, the higher the SEER and HSPF ratings of a cooling system, the more efficient it will be.

At The Pipe Doctor, a Long Island air conditioning company, they provide Carrier air conditioners and can replace or repair any make or model. If you are looking for any type of air conditioning system or Carrier, please contact them today by calling 516-295-2448.

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The Pipe Doctor
1 Club Drive, Suite 4GR
Woodmere, NY 11598
Phone: 516-295-2448

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Lennox Air Conditioners

admin — Wed, 06 May 2009 19:59:57 +0000

More than a matter of degree, how your air feels involves a combination of factors, like how much moisture is in the air. Energy efficiency also comes into play, especially when you consider how you feel every month when you see your utility bill. If it’s high, you’re anything but comfortable. Lennox Air Conditioning Systems have made homes more comfortable. Lennox Heat Pump, the PowerSaver®, continues in that tradition.

Dave Lennox Signature® Collection XC21 Air Conditioner

SilentComfort™ technology—delivers the ultimate in quiet, consistent cooling
Sound levels as low as 69 dB—approximately 13 times quieter than a standard air conditioner
Precision-balanced, direct-drive fan—delivers ultraquiet operation with a patent-pending fan design
SilentComfort fan grille—provides vortex suppression to reduce sound of airflow exiting unit
Insulated compressor compartment—minimizes operating sounds with innovative, industry-leading materials and sound-isolating mounts

Lennox Air Conditioning Contractors

Long Island Air Conditioning – Homan & Homan is a family owned and operated Long Island HVAC contractor and has been since 1984. We are fully licensed and insured. Since 1984 we have serviced and installed HVAC systems to over 2000 customers, so you can be sure that you are getting an experienced installation and service crew.

How To Cut Air Conditioning Costs In Half

admin — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 18:59:39 +0000

In today’s world, most people have invested in one form of an air conditioner or another. We have either window air conditioners in our homes or central air conditioners. They keep us cool in the extreme summer heat without fail; however, have you ever set back and looked at the costs of running an air conditioner? When compared to the common household fan the amount of electricity required to run an air conditioner is phenomenal.

When using an air conditioner there are many different factors that can directly affect the cost of running it. These factors include the geographical location of your home, where you live and the amount of work the air conditioner has to do greatly influence the cost. If you live in an area that has mild summers and extremely cold winters, obviously your air conditioner will not have to work as hard. However, if you live in an area, that has warm winters and boiling summers the air conditioner will have to work double time to maintain comfort.

The difference in weather conditions from year to year will affect the costs as well. This is basically geared towards the difference in costs per year. One summer might be cooler than the next, which will lead to a greater bill.

The efficiency rating of your air conditioner plays an important role in the amount of electricity used. Most all appliances in today’s world are rated, when you purchase an air conditioner it will have a tag telling you the amount of electricity that appliance uses. Look for air conditioners that use minimal electricity, which will save you money each year. If you have a model that is 10 years or older, it is definitely time to consider a new one.

Another important factor is the size of the air conditioner versus the house-cooling load. All air conditioners come in different sizes, and each will state the amount of space it is designed to cool. For example, an apartment could do with just one or two window air conditioners, while a three-bedroom house could not. Closely consider the amount of space you need to cool when considering an air conditioner. While larger air conditioners will cost more money, it will typically save you money in the long run on usage.

The setting on your thermostat greatly effects the cost. A higher setting will result in the air conditioner running less, while lowering the setting will cause it to run more often. One electric company suggests keeping the thermostat above 78 degrees. This can save you 10 to 20% on cooling costs.

Finally, the local cost of electricity influences the general cost of running your air conditioner. This is something you have no control over, however, you can control your own cost by saving energy.

Here is a general look at the difference of running an air conditioner vs. running a Ceiling or oscillating fan, at medium speed.

Running a central air conditioner that is three ton (and of average efficiency) for 8 hours per day for 15 days per month, with the average rate per kWh (kilowatt per hour) being 0.17, the average cost per month for the air conditioner alone will be $97.92. Amazing isn’t it? This does not even include washer, dryer, lights, refrigerator, or stove, only the air conditioner.

On the other hand, running a ceiling fan or oscillating fan at medium speed, for 8 hours per day, for a full 30 days, at an average rate per kWh of 0.035 is only $1.43. With this comparison you could run 68 ½ fans for a full month before you would reach the cost of the central air conditioning unit.

There are many other things you can do to lower you electric bill. Things such as, inspect, clean, or replace your air conditioner filters monthly. When you are not in your home, raise the temperature on your thermostat, keeping in mind pets when you do. Lower the temperature of your water heater to 120 degrees, wash only full loads in your dishwasher or clothes washer, and use the energy saving cycle on the dryer.

Other steps you can take include, replacing incandescent bulbs with fluorescent lamps, this could save up to 75% on lighting costs. You should also caulk all replacement windows, doors, and pipes to prevent air leaks in or out, use weather stripping around windows, doors and pipes as well. Have your ducts tested for air leaks; leaking ducts can reduce the efficiency of your air conditioner by up to 20%.

Having A More Efficient Air Conditioner

admin — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 18:46:28 +0000

One of the most inexpensive and effective ways to reduce your air conditioning costs is to adjust your thermostat setting. The savings can be significant when you set your thermostat at 78 degrees Fahrenheit or higher. For each degree you raise your thermostat setting, you reduce seasonal cooling costs by 6 to 8 percent. Energy efficiency and your air conditioning is important in keeping your family cool as well lowering your utility bills. Listed below are more advice on having an energy efficient air conditioner.

Setting the temperature a little higher of around 78-80 degrees Fahrenheit , will you save 6 to 8 percent of your cooling costs for each degree above 78, and most people will be comfortable.

Use a ceiling fan or portable fan to supplement your air conditioning. A fan can make you feel three to four degrees cooler (and only costs a half-cent per hour to operate) so you can set your thermostat a few degrees higher and save on cooling costs. Use in occupied rooms since fans cool people, not rooms.

Turn off the air conditioning or set the thermostat up a few degrees when you leave home.

Be sure your air conditioner is not blocked. A free flowing air conditioner operates most efficiently Be sure the return air grill inside your house is not blocked by furniture or other items. Filters should be checked monthly.

When air conditioning is on, keep doors and windows closed Turn off kitchen or bathroom exhaust fans when your air conditioning is operating.

Caulk and weather-strip leaky windows and doors.

Shade your home from direct sunlight. Use shades, drapes, awnings, trees and shrubs to block the hot sun from heating up your home.

If you suspect your air conditioning system is not cooling properly, have it checked promptly. A unit that is having operational problems can cause extremely high bills.

If your air conditioning equipment is older and less efficient, compensate by being extra careful about temperature settings, hours of operation and filter condition.

Your Air Conditioner and You

admin — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 18:38:00 +0000

On a warm summer afternoon, air conditioners can, literally, be lifesavers! I know of people who don’t mind dashing across the street just to make it into an air-conditioned room quickly. Staying cool is one thing – but let us remind you that staying safe and healthy is more important. Air conditioners have a role to play in this respect, because air conditioners not only bring the room temperature down, but they also filter outside air as they enter the home. A good air conditioning unit will have a top quality, lasting and smart air filtering system that ensures that only clean air gets into the room.

What you’re looking for is an air conditioning unit that has a built-in air cleaner in it. In fact, the normal, conventional air conditioning unit cannot filter out everything well enough for your whole family. If you’re someone who cares about the long-term effects of breathing in dust particles, fumes, and smoke from the outside INSIDE your own home, then it’d be best if you invest in a high quality air conditioning unit that comes with an air cleaner.

A good air conditioner in the home or office is even more important if you or a family member has allergies or chronic breathing difficulties. Apart from having a good air conditioner, you should also open the doors and windows once in a while to let contaminated air out of the place. On top of that, pay special attention to your housekeeping habits.

To maximize the lifespan of the air conditioner and ensure that the air filtration system is in top form, you’ll need to regularly maintain and upkeep the air conditioner. Don’t wait for the air conditioner to break down or when you sense that there’s a dip in air quality inside the house to clean and maintain the air conditioner. Experts in the air conditioning field recommends that you change the filter to your air conditioner every month – some people, don’t be surprised, change their air conditioner filters only once every few years.

Changing and cleaning the filter of your air conditioner helps ensure that the air conditioner can continue to filter out the bad air from outside and deliver only the cleanest air possible into your home. Bottom line is…if you want clean air in your home, you’ve got to change and clean the air conditioner filter regularly. A badly maintained filter not only cleans air ineffectively, it also consumed more energy, cools the air down poorly and shortens the life of the air conditioner.