What Is a Packaged Air Conditioner?
Most air conditioning units, especially those used in homes, are comprised of two separate units. One unit is installed inside the house, where it is hooked up to the ductwork and power source. The other unit is installed outside the house, and is connected to the inside unit by a conduit that includes a refrigerant …
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Jul 17 2018
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Tips on How to Install a Ductless System on Your Own (Spoilers: Don’t!)
Okay, we gave away a lot of the content of this post in the title. You see, we can’t give you any tips on how to handle putting in a ductless air conditioning and heating system yourself because this job must be left to air conditioning professionals. But aren’t ductless mini splits easier to install than …
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July Employee of the Month – Paul Bird
Congratulations to our July Employee of the Month, Lead Installer, Paul Bird! He has demonstrated an eagerness to excel in his field and willingness to broaden his knowledge. Paul has been with Russell’s for one and a half years and has always shown signs of being a true leader by stepping in beyond his regular …
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Keep AC Costs Down During a Heat Wave
Summer is here, and your air conditioner is most likely running full-time for the season. Believe it or not, there are ways to keep your air conditioning costs down, even when we experience a long stretch of very warm weather. Helping to cut costs doesn’t just help your wallet; it also helps your air conditioning …
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How SEER Ratings Affect Air Conditioning Size
SEER stands for Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio, and it measures the efficiency of your air conditioning system. The higher the rating, the more efficient the air conditioner. Systems made since 2006 need to have a SEER rating of at least 13, but some units can go as high as 24. This can have a profound …
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How Do Zone Control Systems Work?
Have you ever noticed how pets always know the good spots in the house, depending on the time of day? We have all encountered hot and cold spots throughout our homes, but what if you could eliminate these uneven spots of cooling, and be able to achieve the comfort you want throughout your home? This …
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Steps to Take During an Emergency Air Conditioning Installation
When your aging air conditioner dies on you during the summer, it’s a serious situation. You will need to schedule an emergency replacement for it right away if it is clear that it will not be able to operate again. Make sure that you hire only the best technicians you can find for the job …
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What Are My Air Conditioning Options Here in Redlands?
We are officially in summer, with temperatures hovering close to 100 degrees just about every day – not the time of year when you want to be without air conditioning. Is it time to replace an outdated system or purchase new for the first time? Whatever your reason for needing air conditioning installation service in …
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September Doesn’t Mean Your Air Conditioner Gets a Break!
Labor Day is over, and that means that it’s the unofficial start of the fall. But early fall doesn’t mean much of a change in the temperature here in the desert areas of Southern California. In fact, September is often the hottest month of the year for us. We won’t really need to start thinking about our …
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Watch out for Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Your Home
Last week we addressed an issue that can affect furnaces that still use a standing pilot light: the flame changing to a color other than blue, which often means the pilot light is burning something besides methane, which can lead to the release of toxic chemicals. Sometimes, it can also indicate that the furnace is leaking …
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