B&B Air Conditioning & Heating Service Blog: Archive for the ‘Air Conditioning’ Category

Late Season AC Repairs You May Encounter

Monday, November 13th, 2023
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As the leaves change color and the temperature begins to drop, many homeowners breathe a sigh of relief, thinking the air conditioner can finally take a break. However, the late season can bring its own set of challenges for your AC unit. 

In this blog post, we’ll explore the common AC problems that can arise in the fall and why it’s crucial not to overlook them. You can also turn to our skilled team when you need air conditioning repair in Ashburn, VA.

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Why Are My AC’s Evaporator Coils Icy?

Monday, October 2nd, 2023

Having ice on the evaporator coils inside of your air conditioner is a huge red flag that something is wrong. It’s easy to think that the ice itself is the problem, but it’s actually the result of something else being wrong inside of your air conditioner.

Any amount of ice, big or small, means that you need to schedule AC repair in Fairfax, VA. You can keep reading to learn more about why ice develops on your air conditioner’s evaporator coils and what our team can do to fix it. 

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Do Heat Pumps Work in East Coast Weather?

Monday, September 18th, 2023

Heat pumps are a great way to heat and cool a home. But do they work in our region? The good news is, heat pump systems are an excellent option for our area. Like everything, heat pumps have both pros and cons to consider. If you’re thinking about an air conditioning replacement in Rockville, MD, our team can offer an in-home assessment. 

We can review how a heat pump would be set up and how it would work in your home. And even if you don’t think a heat pump is right for your family, we can go over all of your different air conditioning options so you can pick the best system for your unique needs. Keep reading to learn more about the benefits of having a heat pump here on the East Coast in both summer and winter.

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5 Signs Your Heat Pump Needs Repairs

Monday, August 21st, 2023

Heat pumps are great systems for providing both heating and cooling to your home. However, like everything else, they do run into problems here and there over their lifespan. When something is wrong with your heat pump, it can be difficult sometimes to pinpoint exactly what’s wrong.

However, there are some common red flags to watch for when it comes to heat pump operation. Even if you don’t know exactly what is going on, noticing any of these signs means it’s time to schedule AC repair in Fairfax, VA. You can keep reading to learn more about five things you can watch for that indicate your heat pump has something wrong. 

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What Are My Options for AC Installation?

Monday, July 24th, 2023

If it’s time to install a new air conditioner in your home, first you want to do your research. It may be tempting to install a newer version of your same air conditioner, but the bottom line is technology has changed a lot since that air conditioner was installed in your home. There may be different options out there that fit your family’s needs better.

If you were interested in air conditioning installation in Alexandria, VA, our team can help. We can offer an in-home assessment and review your options with you. If you want to get a headstart, you can keep reading to learn more about the different types of air conditioners we install and the pros and cons of each one.

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Get Ready for Warm Weather: It’s Time for AC Maintenance!

Monday, April 17th, 2023

It’s springtime and temperatures are beginning to warm up. Before we know it, summer will be in full swing and we will be reaching some of the hottest days of summer. Although it doesn’t get quite as hot here as it does in the southern states, we still want our homes to be comfortably cool.

If you want to prevent unexpected AC repair in Sterling, VA, this summer, then you need to schedule your AC maintenance appointment now. It’s the only way to stay ahead of AC repairs and skip out on surprise breakdowns. Keep reading to learn more about why AC maintenance is so important for your air conditioner.

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Why Your AC Is Leaving Hot Spots in Your House

Monday, September 5th, 2022
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The heat at the end of summer is often intense, so it might not surprise you to find your air conditioning system, after months of steady work, has started to struggle to keep all of your house comfortably cool. Even if it isn’t surprising, it’s still something you want fixed as soon as possible. When you’ve got an AC leaving rooms in the house too hot, it may mean the whole system is in jeopardy.

We’ll explain some of the different reasons an AC can start to provide uneven cooling and when you’ll need to call our team for air conditioning repair in Fairfax, VA.

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A Guide to Air Conditioner Efficiency Ratings

Monday, July 25th, 2022
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When you’re planning for a new AC installation in Rockville, MD, you’ll have many bits of data to sort through. For example, the cooling capacity of the system (the amount of heat it can remove from a house in an hour) is a critical piece of information. Our technicians will help you locate the ideal capacity for your AC, since this has to be exact—too little or too much are both problems.

The other important AC stat you’ll look at is efficiency, or how well the AC uses electrical power to cool your house. Modern air conditioners are more efficient than ever before, and choosing a high-efficiency system can mean savings on your energy bills.

Below we’ll go over what you need to know about air conditioner efficiency ratings.

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How Cool Can an AC Make My House?

Monday, July 11th, 2022
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You know your air conditioning system has limits. It can’t make your house as cold as the inside of the freezer in your refrigerator, after all. But when you look at the thermostat for your home, you might wonder if the AC could potentially go lower than the lowest setting on the thermostat. Most thermostats have a temperature setting low of 60–63°F, which is colder than most people want their homes to be. But theoretically, how cool can your central air conditioner make your home?

This is much more than a theoretical question! Understanding the limits on your AC’s cooling can help you know why air conditioning system sizing is so important and how air conditioners operate.

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Congratulations to the HVAC 101 Graduating Class June 9, 2022!

Friday, June 17th, 2022

Front Row Left to right: Denis Cerna (Rockville location), Anthony Arevalo (Gaithersburg location), Luis Bermudez (Gaithersburg location), Eric Rindfleisch (Sterling location)

Back Row Left to right: Nicholas Hayden (Annapolis location), Adam Terrazas (Fairfax location), Peter Campos (Fairfax location)

Congratulations to our newest B&B Institute of Advanced Heat Pump Technology Graduates from HVAC 101 on June 8, 2022! Onwards and upwards, we are so proud of your achievements!

Special Note From Their Instructor

It is with great honor and pleasure to announce this year’s B&B Institute HVAC 101 graduates.  Please give them all a big hand for their diligent work and study. I am so proud of all my students and their accomplishments over this last year. I am sure when they complete all of their upcoming studies at the B&B Institute of Advanced Heat Pump Technology that they will be some of the best HVAC Technicians in this Industry!  Congratulations to all, keep up the great work!

Harold Villavicencio

Vice-President/General Manager

B&B Institute Instructor

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