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Mold in your air conditioner isn't a good thing, as it can be harmful to your health. If the mold travels through the ductwork or is blown out of the A/C, you and your family can inhale mold spores and develop respiratory illnesses and other problems. Preventing mold from growing in the air conditioner will help protect your health.

To find a reputable HVAC company, start by finding providers in your area that have mostly positive reviews online. Next, check the Better Business Bureau’s website for customer complaints. Some states and municipalities require technicians to be licensed, so you should rule out companies that aren’t. Finally, contact each professional and ask for per-hour pricing, contract availability, and references to call. You can also ask if they have worked on your particular system brand in the past to confirm that they’re qualified.

As mentioned above, not all HVAC Schrader valves are necessarily the same. While the valve core and pin or spring size on Schrader valves used for HVAC are generally similar, the valves are not all universal and interchangeable. The size of Schrader valves varies depending on whether it's used in an air conditioner, bicycle tire, or motor vehicle tire.

This is a bit of a trick question. Even though the seasons arrive at the same time every year, the weather doesn’t always behave according to the calendar. So, while it’s fair to say that you can expect to turn on your AC starting in late May or early June, it all depends on the outside temperature and how cool you like to keep your home.