FAQs
Some of The Most Frequently Asked HVAC Questions!
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Just like you need to take your car in to the shop for regular tune-ups, such as oil changes or looking at possible problems, your home comfort system should be subject to the same kind of attention. Routine maintenance by a skilled technician provides numerous benefits to your HVAC equipment, which can help your systems operate efficiently and prevent costly breakdowns.
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Lots of homeowners believe that air conditioners make your home cooler, but it actually removes the heat from inside your home, directing the hot air outside. That hot air goes across a cold indoor coil where refrigerant in the lines sends the heat to the coil in your outdoor unit, releasing it outside. This cycle continues until the indoor temperature reaches the temp that was set on your thermostat.
SEER stands for Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio. It measures air conditioning and heat pump cooling efficiency, which is calculated by the cooling output for a typical cooling season divided by the total electric energy input during the same time frame. A higher SEER rating means greater energy efficiency.
The heat pump continues to grow in popularity as a home comfort system in Brandon, MS as well as throughout Central Mississippi and in many other parts of the country. What makes a heat pump installation appealing to many homeowners is that these systems can operate as both heating and cooling systems. Homes that only have electric power can enjoy more efficient heating than they would with an electric furnace while also having an excellent cooling system for summer.
Do you want to know more about heat pump system installation and other services from experts? Then speak to Rankin AC and Heat. We have trained and licensed service professionals with EPA certification. Think of us first when you need comfort service—and you’ll come out ahead!
Rankin AC and Heat has an assortment of brands and models that are more efficient than ever and make it easier to find the right fit for your home. There are innovative systems that make heating or cooling your home more automatic, operating similar to cruise control to make small adjustments to help meet your comfort demands with energy efficiency. Contact us via our Quote Form to learn more about the technology we offer.
Depending on how old your previous furnace was, you could experience a host of differences. Furnaces today are created to give more even and efficient heating than ever before. Modern furnaces also better regulate temperature and air flow, moving more air over the heat exchanger than older furnaces.
Additionally, new furnaces are crafted to integrate with other high-efficiency HVAC products, such as air conditioners. The air conditioner blowers offer your heating system an extra lift so it can deliver cool air around your home efficiently. Special features like variable speed motors will also help decrease noise associated with operating your equipment and easily meet your family’s airflow needs.
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The Department of Energy recently increased the minimum efficiency levels for air conditioners, heat pumps and packaged units created after Jan. 1, 2015, since heating and cooling contributes significantly to a homes total energy usage. The requirements vary by region, so call Rankin AC and Heat for the efficiency standards for Central Mississippi area.
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Rankin AC and Heat offers a number of HVAC products with high-efficiency ratings, which can help reduce the amount of energy they require to operate. Aside from picking products that have received Energy Star® certification or achieved high SEER ratings for air conditioners or AFUE ratings for furnaces, you can consider the following:
- Making certain that your system receives regular maintenance by a trained technician can keep your system operating at its top performance.
- Zoning systems enable you to heat or cool only specific areas of your home, so you wont have to pay to heat or cool spaces that you aren’t using.
- Having a programmable thermostat allows you to set the temperature in your home around your schedule. They can be programmed to give you the comfort you desire when you’re home and increase or decrease the temperature while you’re not around, helping you save on utility costs.
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Why Choose Rankin AC and Heat
Rankin AC and Heat is well-known in the Rankin County Mississippi area and you can rely on them to provide quality home comfort products. We feature a variety of innovative and high-quality products. We are dedicated to providing customers high-quality service and will make sure you find the right solution for your home.
Improving your home’s indoor air quality starts with four basic strategies:
- Poor indoor air quality leaves your home full of air pollutants floating around. So, to enhance IAQ, the first step is to get rid of as many pollutants as possible. You can easily do this by cleaning and vacuuming at least one time during the week, frequently washing linens and storing cleaning products safely.
- Proper insulation is ideal for keeping your home warm in the winter and cool in the summer, but it also makes it difficult for airborne pollutants to escape. We offer products that help swap stale air for fresh, filtered outside air.<.li>
- Good ventilation and routine cleaning are a start, but air filters, germicidal lights and purification systems take your IAQ to the next level by capturing microscopic particles, killing germs and eliminating particles while destroying chemical vapors.
- Programmable thermostats will help control the humidity levels and temperature to help stop particles and germs from building up while also keeping your home comfortable.
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These numbers can be found on a nameplate or sticker that is near your systems service panel. The sticker is white with black letters and have both of these numbers located near the top of the sticker. M/N signifies model number while S/N is your serial number.
When Rankin AC and Heat installs your new units we will provide this information to you. Request a Quote today.
There are a couple ways to determine what size system is the best fit for your home, but the most reliable way to size a system is by having your local Rankin AC and Heat technician come out and perform a load calculation. This calculation considers your homes: square footage, insulation value, amount of insulation, and a number of other factors.
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The short answer is Yes. Dirt and other debris can impede your systems ability to work efficiently. For heat pumps, it is not unusual to have frost or ice on them during the winter, but they also feature defrost controls to ensure they work efficiently in those kinds of weather.
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Choosing the best thermostat for your cooling system comes with a lot of considerations. That's why its nice to have such a big variety of choices from Rankin AC and Heat. Whether you’re looking for a programmable or non-programmable thermostat or want to join the smart home trend, there are a number of thermostats that you have to select from.
Some thermostats will depend on what type of heating and cooling system you have, but the pros at Rankin AC and Heat will be able to help determine what options meet your needs and your budget.
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The cost can range depending on the equipment size and different features, so we recommend contacting Rankin AC and Heat to receive a quote.
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