Air Conditioning Articles

Should you repair or replace? That’s always the big question when it comes to major home systems like air conditioning (AC).

If you decide it’s time to upgrade to a new cooling system—you’re in luck. Air conditioners have become much more efficient in the past five years, thanks to new industry advances and stricter energy standards.

It’s summertime in Virginia. The team at Howell’s Heating & Air hopes you find time to relax with friends and family, taking in the beautiful sunny days.

Does an air conditioner (AC) help with allergies? In one word, yes. Actually two words, yes if. If you properly maintain the air conditioner. Air conditioners can help filter your home’s air and control its humidity, which are both helps in the allergy world.

An air conditioner (AC), just like a car, needs regular maintenance and service to run efficiently. At Howell’s Heating and Air, we recommend getting your air conditioning unit serviced and cleaned at least once a year.

In the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) industry, your thermostat is the undisputed leader of the heating and cooling team.

Are you looking for a new air conditioner (AC) for your household? Newer models are far more efficient, and now is a great time to buy since prices are expected to increase at the beginning of January 2023.

No matter the cause of the issue with your home’s air conditioner, our team can help. We have the solutions you need for a more comfortable and enjoyable home.

Our team wants to help you prevent heat from building up inside your home as much as possible so that your air conditioner can be more effective and efficient.

When an air conditioner (AC) turns on and off in rather quick successions, without running for longer periods, this is called short cycling. It’s fairly common, but when this happens it means there’s something wrong with your air conditioner.

We want to share our knowledge on air conditioners with you so you can extend the life of your unit, avoid costly repairs, and save energy and money.

Everyone loves to save money, and it’s a good idea to review different aspects of your budget now to help save money this Spring.

Spring is the optimum time for air conditioner maintenance to ensure your system will run with the most efficiency during the hottest summer months.