Do you have to vent all portable air conditioners out a window?

• <div><p>No. With a ventless portable AC system, you don’t need to vent anything out the window—but it will be harder to circulate the hot air from the room without one, so you’ll need to come up with another solution, like placing a fan near a warm spot and facing it towards and open water to push the hot air out.</p></div>

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Reviewed in August 2019
We are retired and installing new ducts and central air conditioning was a big decision for us as far as investment. We had worked with Moore Heating and A/C here in Anchorage, AK before. We had wonderful service with them installing a new furnace so we decided to give them a try. Moore has a...
Moore Heating and Cooling
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Reviewed in April 2018
Todd provided my service today and he was superb. The office called me to let me know that he would soon be out for my appt. Todd also called to confirm about 10 minutes before arrival. He first checked the furnace filter and then noted that my water heater was leaking at cold water inlet. He...
Western Heating & Air Conditioning Inc
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Reviewed in August 2017
Shawn bid on a high efficiency boiler and hot water heater at my home. I took three other bids and he came in the lowest after a free estimate consult. During the estimate he came off as confident and knew what he was doing. I accepted his bid and he came out and put in the boiler and water...
First Class Plumbing And Heating LLC
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Reviewed in July 2015
I live in a little "dip" that GCI refuses to recognize. People in this neighborhood have problems with dropped calls with their GCI cell phones. This area is where the Anchorage Senior Center is located. In my building people have to go outside to use their phones, when friends come to my...
GCI CABLE INC
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Reviewed in June 2015
The technician arrived on time as usual and greeted me with a smile. He had a "trainee" with him that day to show him the ropes. Replaced the air filter and ran a diagnostic and operational check on the system. Everything went great. I use these guys exclusively. Had them do plumbing and replace...
Always On Call Mountain Mechanical Corp
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Reviewed in December 2014
We had just moved into this house and wanted the HVAC system and dryer vent pipe cleaned. The crew and equipment showed up at about 10 am and completed the work at 400 pm. Our house consisted of gas forced air heating system with 16 supply registers and 7 return registers. The house is four...
Alaska Power Vac LLC
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Reviewed in April 2014
The people at Eveready have done many jobs for us over the years but this was the most difficult. They had to replace a heater a/c unit in a upstairs, very tight, attic space. They did a great job. Kept us informed and aware of any problems they encountered along the way. Overall a pleasant...
Ever-Ready Plumbing Heat and Air
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Reviewed in January 2014
Dan from Sunset Air explained the unit operation in detail before we purchased it. About a week later, after the unit came into his shop, his crew installed the unit on day one and then an air conditioning technician came in on day two to charge the coolant and turn the unit up. The second...
SUNSET AIR INC
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Reviewed in February 2013
Called on a Friday and Alpha Omega sent some one out right away to clear clogged sink, tub and shower drain line. All three drains are connected to the same main drain line and each time we used water anywhere on that side of the house the sink would fill and tub would back up. Randall did his...
Alpha Omega Plumbing Repair
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Reviewed in June 2012
My furnace and water heater was due for its yearly maintenance. And I was having problems with my heater not working properly. I'd come home and the place would be freezing. So I called Anchorage Plumbing & Heating and I'm glad I did. The guys (Mark and Jared) came in cleaned the burners...
Anchorage Plumbing and Heating
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601 N Bunker Hill St

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Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 92% of Angi customers

We are a family owned business with locations in Palmer & Wasilla AK. We service all of the Mat-Su Valley. From repairing your Heating System / Water Heater or replacing them with new equipment, we can solve your problem. We specialize in High Efficiency Units. We also sell and install water treatment systems. Available 24/7 year around, for your plumbing and heating emergencies.

"I called in the morning about a leak under my sink and someone was immediately dispatched to my house! NO WAITING FOR A FEW DAYS! J.D. was very professional and friendly as he fixed the pipe and explained what had caused it. I highly recommend this company!"

Deborah W on November 2023

"I called in the morning about a leak under my sink and someone was immediately dispatched to my house! NO WAITING FOR A FEW DAYS! J.D. was very professional and friendly as he fixed the pipe and explained what had caused it. I highly recommend this company!"

Deborah W on November 2023

Moore Heating and Cooling

Moore Heating and Cooling

Customers say: Super punctual

Recommended by 94% of Angi customers

Moore Heating and Cooling is your go-to expert for all your heating and cooling service and repair needs in Anchorage. With our exceptional expertise and dedication to customer satisfaction, we stand out from the competition. Contact us today to experience top-notch service!

"Very responsive and quick to complete the job"

Julius C on July 2023

"Very responsive and quick to complete the job"

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Heating and Air Conditioning questions, answered by experts

Evaporator coils last between 10 and 15 years before they need to be replaced—as long as you stay up-to-date with routine maintenance. This is roughly the same life span as most AC units. So, if you have an older air conditioner and the evaporator coil goes out, it might be more cost-effective to replace the whole unit rather than just the coil.

No. With a ventless portable AC system, you don’t need to vent anything out the window—but it will be harder to circulate the hot air from the room without one, so you’ll need to come up with another solution, like placing a fan near a warm spot and facing it towards and open water to push the hot air out.

Replacing both an AC and a furnace takes a full day on average, ranging from eight to 12 hours. The process involves removing the old units, installing the new ones, and ensuring all connections are properly made. If both systems are being replaced simultaneously, it can take longer than installing a furnace alone, so plan accordingly.

While it’s possible to only replace an evaporator coil to keep your AC running, this could cause issues down the line. An AC system relies on the harmony between its condenser and evaporator coils for efficient operation. Replacing only one coil, especially in older units, can cause compatibility issues, leading to inefficiency and potential system breakdown.

As AC units near the end of their expected lifespan, investing in the cost for a new AC system is typically better than paying for individual component upgrades to avoid costly repairs and ensure optimal performance.

Yes, it’s best to turn off an AC unit that’s blowing hot air to prevent system damage and avoid expensive energy bills. If you let the AC continue running, it will put more strain on the condenser coil and compressor. Plus, if the AC is blowing hot air because of a refrigerant leak, it can also lead to a frozen evaporator coil.

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