Benefits of Converting Your Home to Refrigerated Air
Getting rid of that dripping old swamp cooler and switching over to refrigerated air has a lot going for it. First of all, you will improve the quality of the air you are breathing. A refrigerated air system gives you more control over the temperature in your home, as the entire house is centrally cooled and controlled with the flip of a switch. Refrigerated air units also use less water and require less maintenance – no more of those sweaty days spent waiting for the swamp cooler to be repaired.
How Much Will a Refrigerated Air Conversion Cost?
Converting from a swamp cooler or duct system to centralized refrigerated air is almost always a smart move in terms of both comfort and cost. The actual price of the system will depend on several factors, including the size of your home, the existing ductwork in place, and the type of furnace you have.
Getting Started With Refrigerated Air Conversion
The best thing to do if you are interested in converting your home to refrigerated air is to give us a call. Our technicians at Duke City Heating & Cooling are highly trained professionals who can give you more information on the costs and benefits of moving to a refrigerated air system and a basic estimate for your specific needs.
While some companies might give your system a quick once-over and call that complete service, Duke City Heating & Cooling goes deeper.
- Check the evaporator coil for proper function
- Check refrigerant line condition
- Check all capacitors for proper function
- Check all relays for proper function
- Check refrigerant/Freon levels
- Lubricate motors
- Check amperage draw
- Calibrate the thermostat
- Check and tighten electrical connections
- Check for proper airflow
- Clean the condenser to ensure consistent operation
AC problems begin small and simple. But, they quickly grow big and expensive. Before that happens, call Duke City Heating & Cooling. We arrive when promised, ready to quickly get your system cooling at peak efficiency again. When our HVAC technicians arrive at your home, they will conduct a full inspection to help diagnose the source of the problem. We provide honest and realistic service options for every budget, so you are never left with any surprise extra costs.
Warning signs you need AC repair:
- Your system makes strange noises.
- You notice odd odors coming from the unit.
- Your cooling bills are higher than normal.
- The system isn’t cooling sufficiently or at all.
- The system cycles on and off too frequently.
- You notice air temperature changes.
- There is weak airflow throughout your home.
- You notice liquid leaking from your system.
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Cooling Frequently Asked Questions
A single inlet swamp cooler uses a thick pad known as “12-inch media” as opposed to a conventional cooler which uses four smaller pads. The smaller pads of a conventional cooler are generally made out of aspen fibers and need to be changed yearly; sometimes even more if there is a lot of hard water. A single inlet cooler needs its pad changed after about 3 years of use and cools 3-5 degrees cooler than a conventional cooler.
The answer is simple: more parts go into a spring changeover. Usually, for a fall change over, the only thing that needs to be replaced is the filter on your heater. Sometimes cooler parts need to be replaced if they are broken or worn down.
Different conditions in the house determine how often the filter needs to be changed, such as pets, cigarette smoke, dust, etc. We recommend changing your filter at least once every 3 months.
If your A/C system is properly installed you should never have to add refrigerant. If your system is leaking refrigerant, it is important to get it repaired correctly. We can detect and repair leaks in your A/C system.
