What Does BTU Mean? HVAC Terminology Explained
Published September 17, 2024 by Tony Spezza So, it’s time to get a new HVAC unit for your home. Just when you thought shopping for a new air conditioner or furnace couldn’t get more stressful, you learn about BTUs. You’re sitting there wondering, “What does a BTU mean?” when you realize you are out […]
Estimating the Time It Takes To Replace an AC Unit: Factors That May Affect Your Installation Timeline
Published August 14, 2024 by Tony Spezza We’ve all been there — it’s the dog days of summer, you turn on your air conditioning and nothing happens. You’re stuck in a sweltering building with an AC unit that needs to be replaced. What a nightmare. Finding out that your AC unit does not keep […]
Reasons Your AC Might Be Turning On and Off and How You Can Address Them
Published July 22, 2024 by Tony Spezza You hear it kick on, then it quickly shuts off. On again, then off again, over and over…. If your AC keeps turning on and off, it’s not something you want to ignore. Besides the fact that the air in your home will never cool down, you’ll […]
How To Choose the Right HVAC Contractor: 9 Necessary Tips and Tricks
Published July 22, 2024 by Tony Spezza Waking up in the middle of the night to chills or sweats is never fun, especially since you just spent all that money installing, repairing, or maintaining your energy-efficient HVAC unit. So what gives? While the efficiency of your HVAC unit is integral to the comfort of […]
Getting To Know Your HVAC Damper: Definition, Benefits, and FAQs
Published June 12, 2024 by Tony Spezza As a homeowner, no one expects you to have an encyclopedia of knowledge about your HVAC system, which is why you probably heard the term “HVAC damper” before but had no clue what it was. Fortunately, AAA Heating and Cooling would be happy to get you up […]
HVAC Options for Old Houses: How To Retrofit Your HVAC System While Preserving the History of Your Home
Published February 26, 2024 by Tony Spezza You love everything about your historic home — well, almost everything. From its classical profile to its intricate interior woodwork, your old home moves your heart, if only it could move the indoor air around just as well. The love you have for your home is fair […]
What Is a Ductless Heat Pump and How Do They Work?
Published February 26, 2024 by Tony Spezza Your 1,200-square-foot house is either freezing cold or ungodly warm. It’s difficult to keep it at an ideal temperature, but paying to install a central air conditioner unit for your small space seems ridiculous. Rather than bundling up in the winter, or stripping down in the summertime, […]
Annual HVAC Maintenance: A Timeline and Checklist for Every Season
Published February 7, 2024 by Tony Spezza Maybe you’ve noticed your energy bill is climbing and climbing with each passing year. Maybe you’re constantly adjusting your thermostat more than you normally should. Or your allergies begin to act up in the fall and spring a lot more than they have in the past. Is […]
How is an Air Conditioner Installed?
Whether you own a commercial property or a home, you always want your air conditioner to provide the best indoor cooling for your needs. While we never want to think about having to purchase a new AC unit, the reality is at some point you will have to consider a replacement. Since HVAC cooling systems […]
4 Reasons to Switch to an Energy-Efficient AC Unit
Are you a Beaverton resident looking to reduce your residential air conditioning costs this summer? If so, you might want to invest in a new, energy-efficient AC. They can do wonders for cooling down your home on a sweltering day while keeping your utility charges in check. Not familiar with the benefits of a modern […]