Why are Air Conditioners so Expensive?
While crucial for your home, an air conditioner installation has to, unfortunately, be an expensive occasion. While Cajun Comfort is always straight with our customers, there will always be those that sell the systems and services without giving full detail of the charges. The reason most installations of air conditioning units are so expensive is due to the system itself and the labor it takes to install if that is factored in. One simply needs to be next to a running AC unit to understand that it is an amalgamation of moving parts that connect to your home’s ventilation and electrical system to fulfill its cooling purpose. On top of that, the parts on the inside of the system tend to be made out of out of several electrical parts that are valuable.
While you may be disappointed in finding cheaper ways to lower your bill for an air conditioning unit, there are ways to cut back on the monthly and yearly charges that come thereafter. Surprisingly, one such way is to leave your air conditioner on all day in warmer months instead of turning it off outright. Unless you are leaving for several days at a time, going to work and turning off your air conditioner only to turn it on upon your return that evening will actually be more wasteful. Here why, your air conditioner must work harder to balance out an area that is uncomfortably hot, pushing its systems. Whereas air conditioning does not have to work too much to keep an area at a specific temperature.
Regardless, when you need fair and efficient air conditioner installation, we’re the team to call. Cajun Comfort can provide the best air conditioning services in Norco and New Orleans, LA when you need them. Call 985-764-8191 today to schedule your appointment.
How can I Reduce my AC Bill?
There are more ways to reduce your air conditioning energy charge to your electric bill which can save you money. Generally, it involves having a system of insulation assisting your air conditioner so that the cold air it produces remains inside and the hot air outside remains that way. This system can also support your heater in the colder months, but the focus at the moment is for air conditioning with measures like:
- Promptly replacing filters
- Insulate attic and walls
- Seal or upgrade windows
- Use fans on ceilings or in general
- Apply a thermostat that connects to your HVAC system
While some, if not all, of these seem like a no brainer to homeowners, that is not actually the case. There is a misunderstanding of how a ceiling fan works and why it actually supports an air conditioner rather than hinder it. While it is true a ceiling fan will in a matter of words “mix” the air in a given room, the air conditioner will gradually fill the room with cold air regardless of whether the fan is running or not. In fact, fans can allow air conditioners to faster cool a room by helping the circulation of the cold air. For that matter, once a room is sufficiently cooled, you can turn your air conditioner to a higher temperature (recommended by four degrees) and both keep your home cool and well regulated while saving money on your next electric bill because your air conditioner is not working as hard.
How do you tell if your AC is Broken?
Arguably, one of the most expensive parts about owning anything is the repair costs. Sometimes, that’s not exactly true for an air conditioner, which has several measures a homeowner can take to prolong its lifespan. However, when it does require repair you will definitely notice. The first sign generally points to that it is not doing its job, in fact, it likely is doing the opposite by blowing in warm air. Other signs may include:
- Sounds deemed unusual coming from your unit
- Excessive moisture or leaking from the air conditioner
- Odors coming from your unit or ventilation
- The thermostat is off or is not correct
Sometimes all the issue needs is a thermostat reset, but in fact, air conditioning does have a long list of problems that may occur and cannot be covered in a single post. Cajun Comfort calling one of us out to examine the problem closely, we can find the issue with your system and offer ways to solve it with our services.
When Should I Replace my AC Unit?
Generally, It is recommended an air conditioner be replaced every 10 to 15 years. If things turned out perfect, the air conditioner would last longer, and sometimes they do, but that is not normally the case. Air conditioning experts generally suggest that upon repair costs reaching or rising above half of what an installation costs then a replacement tends to be the better option. Signs your AC unit is failing can come in the form of:
- Constant repairs
- Weak air flow
- Constant noises
- Refrigerant leaks
- Regular mold or mildew growth
- No cool air after repairs
It is a fact of life that as a homeowner, you may see an air conditioner replacement in your home. Whether it’s for repair, replacement, or installation then Cajun Comfort in Norco and New Orleans, LA are the right guys for the job. Call 985-764-8191 today to schedule your appointment.