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Frequently asked questions
Wayne Adams Heating and Air offers a wide range of air conditioning repair services to ensure the comfort and efficiency of your home or business. Our certified technicians are experienced in diagnosing and fixing issues with cooling systems such as air conditioning units, heat pumps, and ductless mini-split systems. Whether it’s a minor repair, a major component replacement, or a complete system overhaul, we are equipped to handle all common problems including refrigerant leaks, faulty compressors, clogged filters, and malfunctioning thermostats. We also offer preventative maintenance services to identify and address potential issues before they escalate, helping to extend the lifespan of your equipment and lower your energy costs. Our commitment to customer satisfaction means we have transparent pricing, upfront estimates, and prompt, reliable service to get your air conditioning up and running smoothly.
Wayne Adams Heating and Air stands out from other HVAC companies due to our commitment to excellence, customer service, and expertise in the industry. Our team of highly-trained technicians is dedicated to providing top-quality service and ensuring our customers' complete satisfaction. We prioritize transparency, integrity, and reliability in all our interactions with clients. Additionally, we stay at the forefront of industry advancements and use the latest technology to diagnose and repair HVAC systems efficiently. With Wayne Adams Heating and Air, you can trust that your heating and air conditioning needs are in the hands of professionals who genuinely care about delivering exceptional service.
Wayne Adams Heating and Air offers a wide range of services for both residential and commercial customers. Our services include air conditioning and heating system repair, installation, and maintenance. We also offer duct cleaning, indoor air quality assessments, and energy-efficient HVAC solutions. Whether you need a simple repair, a new system installation, or routine maintenance, our team of experienced technicians is dedicated to providing quality service and ensuring the comfort and efficiency of your home or business.
It varies depending on the type of filter you have. If you have cheaper, disposable filters, we recommend changing them every 30 days. If you have pleated, or poly, filters, we recommend changing them every 90 days. Media filters or CleanEffects filters can last a little longer and should be replaced about once a year.
Not necessarily. It is important to purchase an air conditioner that is the right size for your home. If you buy an AC unit that’s too big, it will cool your home faster, but it will also be less efficient and will not eliminate humidity well enough. It will have short-run cycles. While it will cool the air quickly, it will shut off before it blows enough air across the indoor coil to drain water from your system. This will leave too much moisture in the air, which can lead to mold and mildew in your home.
Your system starting and stopping more often , may cause it to use more energy and wear down faster. Longer run cycles are more efficient.
HVAC systems generally last 10 to 15 years. However, your system becomes less efficient and performs worse as it gets older. Therefore, after about 10 years, you may want to start looking for a replacement. Even if you are not having any major problems, modern HVAC systems will save you money on your energy bills because they are more efficient. Plus, they generally come with 10-year warranties, so you won’t need to worry about replacing them for quite a while.
Probably not. Older systems use Freon R-22, which has been phased out and replaced with Freon R-410A, also known as Puron. Puron is more environmentally friendly and more efficient. In addition, the minimum SEER rating or efficiency that we can use today is 13 SEER (older systems are 10 SEER and below). The refrigerant and efficiency rating of your indoor coil and outdoor unit must be the same, so you have to replace the whole system at once.
We recommend having your air conditioner serviced twice a year. This will save you on energy and repair costs, keep your system running smoothly and efficiently, and make it last longer. The longer you put off AC maintenance, the worse your unit will perform, and the more likely it is that it will break down. Trying to save money by delaying maintenance may backfire by forcing you to pay more on energy bills, and potentially, on repairs if a serious issue arises with your system.
Duct cleaning includes cleaning the various components of HVAC forced air systems, including the air ducts and registers, grilles and diffusers, heat exchangers, coils, fan motor, fan housing, and the air handling unit housing. Dust, pollen, and other debris may build up in these components if they are not properly maintained.
There are plenty of ways to improve the cooling efficiency in your home. First, you could replace your existing air conditioner with a newer, more efficient one. This will significantly lower your energy bills and cool your home much more effectively. Schedule a consultation so we can help you find a unit that fits your home.
If you aren’t ready to upgrade your air conditioner, you can improve efficiency by setting your thermostat to a higher temperature. During the summer, set your thermostat to 75 degrees or higher. Every degree counts: just 1 degree below 75 degrees will cause your energy bill to go up 3 to 5%.
Another small way to increase your home’s cooling efficiency is to avoid blocking vents. Move any furniture or curtains to evenly distribute air throughout your home. However, if there are rooms in your home that you rarely use, consider closing the vents to avoid wasting energy.
Additionally, you can install ceiling fans. The U.S. Department of Energy says that a single ceiling fan “will allow you to raise the thermostat setting about 4 degrees with no reduction in comfort.” As we already mentioned, every degree will save you money on your energy bill.
Finally, make sure to get annual maintenance from a licensed technician to ensure that your system is running as efficiently as possible, and to fix any potential issues.
nce again, the most effective, but most expensive solution is to replace your furnace with a newer, more efficient furnace. Modern high-efficiency furnaces could save you 25% on your energy bills, which means the expense of purchasing a new furnace should pay for itself fairly quickly.
Just as you can set your thermostat to a higher temperature for greater efficiency in the summer, lowering the temperature on your thermostat for at least a portion of the day can save you money on your energy bill in the winter.
Just like in the summer, avoid blocking your vents to ensure that heat is evenly distributed throughout the house. Save energy by closing vents in rooms that you rarely use.
While it may seem counter-intuitive, ceiling fans can help heat your home in the winter, if the blades spin clockwise. Therefore, install ceiling fans for improved energy efficiency in both the summer and winter.
Finally, annual furnace maintenance will ensure that your furnace is running smoothly and efficiently and catch any potential issues.
In terms of energy efficiency, the general rule is, that in summer: the higher, the better, and in winter: the lower, the better. However, the point of air conditioners and furnaces is to keep your home comfortable. Therefore, you need to find the right balance for you between comfort and energy efficiency. For energy efficiency and lower bills, we recommend keeping your thermostat around 78 degrees in the summer and 68 degrees in the winter.
In addition to your personal preferences, your home’s efficiency in terms of insulation, ducts, air filters, whether you have ceiling fans, whether your vents are blocked, and other factors can affect the optimal temperature for your home.