"We had three quotes for a new HVAC system since ours was original to the house (22 years old) and was failing. They were middle of the road in price but were by far the most honest, fair and knowledgeable. He could have easily recommended us replacing our evaporator coils that are 4 years old but he said we might as well save $2500 by keeping the ones we have since they are fine and use the new refrigerant. He took the time to explain each system and what he would recommend for our house based on the readings he took. He was the only one who actually measured our house and looked at our vents vs the others who just quoted based on what we previously had. On the day of installation, they were on time and finished the job in 5 hours. They were clean, efficient and professional. We had used them previously for spring and fall maintenance and we will continue to do so...and will recommend them to anyone."
"My wife got home from a trip to find that he HVAC system was out. Southern Air came out, diagnosed that the system was having major issues (it was an old system so we knew we would have to replace it soon), and said they could install a new system the next day. We were amazed that we could even get someone out on another hot July day in Texas. They not only came out promptly, they put in a new system the next day. Amazing!"
"Aire Serve did a very good job of resolving problems that were created by a previous contractor, whose work caused water to leak from a ceiling vent. In addition to replacing the plenum and repairing the duct work from someone else's shoddy efforts, Aire Serve balanced the air flow in the house and did a great job of explaining the work that was done. I am very happy with the work done by Aire Serve and will continue to use them as my regular HVAC company. "
"Everything went great. They were professional. They sent a video introducing who would be doing the work. They assessed the problems, gave me a fair quote & I had the whole HVAC system replaced! Excellent job. Tomorrow the owner will come and explain everything to me again & I will download the thermostat app and complete the transaction $$"
"They did a great job. Very reasonable priced and did the job very promptly. Great customer service and knowledgable. They gave us the option of repairing or a new unit. No pressure at all. We decided on a new unit due to the age of our HVAC. Would highly recommend."
"Had to replace my HVAC system and Airbear was able to get it done for my family. They are the true definition of fast, friendly and affordable 10 out of 10 will recommend."
Heating and Air Conditioning questions, answered by experts
Yes. Your air supply should be balanced. The return and supply ducts need to maintain that balance, and this only occurs because an equal amount of air should be entering and leaving your HVAC system. Changes in pressure, extreme weather, and blocking vents with furniture or your stuff can make the air supply unbalanced and cause your home to get too cold or hot.
Evaporator coils in HVAC systems typically last around 10 to 15 years. However, their life span can be longer or shorter based on factors like the frequency of your HVAC system usage, whether regular maintenance is performed, and environmental conditions. Regular maintenance, such as HVAC system cleaning and coil inspection, can extend the durability and efficiency of your evaporator coil.
Yes, you can put an AC unit on the roof of your home or commercial building. For proper installation, you’ll need to ensure the roof surface is flat, it’s accessible for maintenance and cleaning, and an AC installation pro agreed that your home is a candidate for package units. Don’t forget to consider the climate in your area, as homes that experience frequent tropical storms or hurricanes may not benefit from this type of system.
A 3-ton AC unit is probably too big for a home that’s 1,200 square feet. If you have a 1,200-square-foot home, you likely need a unit that’s somewhere around 1.9 and 2 tons. An AC unit that’s too large will be really inefficient and cost you a lot of extra money on your bills.
Deciding whether to replace just the AC coil or the entire system depends on the age of your unit and the overall cost. Replacing a coil is less expensive than a full system replacement, but it can still be a pricey repair. If your HVAC system is relatively new and still under warranty, or if the replacement cost is significantly lower than a new system, replacing the coil can be a worthwhile investment that restores efficiency and extends the unit's life. However, for older systems (nearing the end of their 10-15 year lifespan) or those with extensive damage, it is often more cost-effective to replace the entire AC unit. Mismatched coils in an older system can lead to inefficiency and future breakdowns, so a full replacement ensures optimal performance and avoids further costly repairs.
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