HVAC questions our neighbors ask
Questions people actually ask before they book, answered properly rather than in a sentence. New ones are added every month, so if what you want is not here yet it may be shortly. If it is urgent, call and ask.
5 questions answered so far.
Do I need a whole home dehumidifier in St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana?
If the house feels clammy while the thermostat says it is cool, that is the case a dehumidifier answers. The signs are musty odors, condensation on windows, walls or ceilings, and air that feels heavy in rooms the air conditioning is clearly reaching. An air conditioner removes some moisture as it cools. In a climate this humid, some is often not enough.
What are the signs my air conditioner is leaking refrigerant?
Three signs show up most: ice or frost forming on the evaporator coils, airflow that has gone weak or stopped feeling cold, and an energy bill climbing without any change in how you use the system. Water pooling around the indoor unit belongs on the same list. Any of them is worth a [service call](https://albersairconditioning.com/ac-service-repair/), because refrigerant does not get used up in normal running.
Is a ductless mini split right for my home?
A [ductless mini split](https://albersairconditioning.com/ductless-mini-splits/) suits the room your central system never quite reaches: a finished garage, a new addition, a converted attic, a room that stays warm while the rest of the house is comfortable. It cools that space on its own thermostat without adding ductwork, and most systems heat as well as cool, so the room stays usable in January too.
What does an HVAC maintenance plan cover?
A maintenance plan covers the scheduled work a system needs to keep running, rather than the repairs it needs once something breaks. The Albers Air [annual membership](https://albersairconditioning.com/membership-plan/) includes two premium tune ups a year, same day priority service, no after hours fees, filter replacements, an indoor air quality check, an annual ductwork inspection, a blower and coil deep cleaning, and ten percent off repairs.
Should I repair or replace my air conditioner?
Repair is usually the answer when the system is cooling well between faults and the part that failed is a single component. Replacement starts to make sense when the unit still runs on R-22 refrigerant, when the same fault keeps coming back, or when the bill for one repair approaches the cost of a new system. A technician who has the unit open can tell you which case you are in.
