AC Maintenance Tips For Pets in Houston

AC Maintenance Tips For Pets in Houston

For many of us, we consider our pets to be as important to us as our family. We develop strong bonds with them and that make us often overlook the negative consequences that come along with owning them. For instance, they track dirt and grime into our homes, and shed their hair, everywhere. This can not only be a hassle as far as clean up is concerned, it can also cause problems with the quality of air in our homes.   If you live in a home with a pet, listed below are some tips on how you can keep your air quality high, while coexisting with your furry friends!   Regularly Changing Your Air Filter While every breed of animal is different, a common trend that our mammal pets share is that they shed like crazy! In the summertime this problem tends to be exaggerated, filling our homes with tumbleweeds of animal fur. Whenever our pets shed, we are not just faced with their fur, we also are being exposed to pet dander. A lot of this gets caught up in your homes air filters! This is why it is important, for maximum air flow and air quality, to ensure you are checking and changing out your air filter regularly!   Check Your Air Ducts The air ducts play a vital role in maintaining the temperature of your home! These ducts make up the pathways the air travels throughout your home to deliver tempered air. If these pathways are congested with pet hair and animal dander, you are are not receiving high quality air and may even be inhibiting the flow of air throughout your space.   Do not sacrifice your air quality to share your space with a furry friend! Instead, seek regular HVAC maintenance from the professionals […]

Summer Air Conditioning Tips in Houston

Summer Air Conditioning Tips Houston

Living through a Houston summer means a lot of different things for different people, but one thing we can all agree that it means is costly electricity bills! Keeping you air conditioner cranked all the way down 24 hours a day begins to really add up! So what can you do to keep your home cool without running your bill out the roof?   Below are a list of summer air conditioning tips to keep your home cool all summer long:   Seal Your Home: If you are living in an older home there is a good chance the seals around your windows and doors have not been updated. This is a factor that is rarely taken into consideration and goes neglected more often than not. Instead of paying to air condition the entire neighborhood, seal your home nice and tight. In addition to your windows and doors, make sure that your attic is insulated properly, this will help you keep the cool air in, which will be positively reflected in your electricity bill. Keep Your Blinds Closed: While letting some sunlight into your home for natural lighting may be a habit you enjoy, it can also be costing you! In early mornings when it’s less warm outside have them open, but during peak heat hours, try closing your blinds to avoid letting the heat from the sun affect your electricity bill!   Use Fans: Ceiling fans go a long way to ensuring your cool air is being circulated throughout your home. Keep them running whenever your air conditioner is on so that the cool air flows through your home. This can save your air conditioner from kicking on too frequently throughout the hottest parts of the day.   Raise The Temperature When You Leave: It is a common misconception […]

Biggest Mistakes You’re Making With Your AC

Biggest Mistakes You're Making With Your AC

Air conditioning units are not cheap investments. When properly cared for they can last you longer and provide you with higher quality performance. So why is it that so many of us neglect such an important appliance in our homes? Perhaps it is because we do not spend enough time discussing the most important ways to care for our air conditioning units. Below is a list of the biggest mistakes we see people making with their AC:   Neglecting The Air Filter: How often are you changing your central AC units filter? If you are not changing or cleaning your air conditioners filter, at a minimum, once every three months. If you live in a home where the air conditioner is constantly running, you should replace your filter once a month. Neglecting this important part of your home’s air conditioning system is a big NO! In addition to poor air flow, you may also end up causing your unit’s evaporator coil to freeze up!   You Are Skipping Your Tune Ups: Your air conditioning unit should be accessed and serviced, minimally, once a year. In most homes, a biannual service will be recommended, especially in a state like Texas, where our air conditioners get much more use than our heaters. Working with a trusted company, such as Autumn Mechanical, will go a long way to ensuring you are getting the most out of your air conditioner. Unit’s need to be serviced to not only prevent major problems down the road but to get all of the pieces clean and ready to work for you!   Not Utilizing Your Fans: Fans are an air conditioning units best friend! This is because the air conditioning unit provides your home with the cool air, and the fans are able to circulate that air. […]

Most Common Air Conditioning Problems in Houston

Most Common Air Conditioner Problems

While there are countless numbers of variables that go into explaining what can cause problems with a central air conditioning unit, there are a list of top causes that professional certified air conditioning technicians can agree are the main source of complaint. Below are a list of the top 4 problems we find with air conditioning units whenever we are called in for a repair service:   Faulty Wiring: Whenever you have an air conditioning unit that is installed by an uncertified contractor, you are putting yourself at risk. Not only will these contractors not have insurance in case they are injured, you also will have no one to hold accountable if your unit is not put in properly, or has early problems. Bad wiring can prevent your air conditioning system from receiving power, can trip the circuit, and even can be a fire hazard. Stick to the professionals at Autumn Mechanical for all of your HVAC needs to keep your investment and home safe!   Refrigerant Fluid Is Low: Refrigerant, also known as Freon, is the chemical that is responsible for cooling the air that passes through your air conditioning system. Whenever your unit has low or reduced levels of refrigerant, this is generally a sign or a leak or issue with the internal system. You may notice your home is not cooling to the same low temperatures it used to, even though it stays running at all times.   Outdoor Fan Dysfunctional: The fan outside is the part of your air conditioning unit that removes the heat from your home and pushes it outdoors. If the outdoor fan fails to fulfill its end of the bargain you will have heat trapped in your home, making it harder to reach cool temperatures.   Frozen Coil: If you have a […]

4 Signs Your Air Conditioner Needs A Tune Up

4 Signs Your Air Conditioner Needs A Tune Up

You may not even be aware that your air conditioning unit is not working at its highest efficiency because over time it may slowly get farther from optimal performance. Whenever you have an air conditioning tune up, your unit will be tweaked, tested, and cleaned, to ensure it is functioning at its best and you are getting the most out of your unit.   Below are some of the main signs that your air conditioning unit can benefit from having a routine tune up performed on it:   You air is not as cool as it used to be: Whenever your air conditioning system runs for long periods of time, without ever hitting the target temperature you are looking for, you are going to see a large spike in your electricity bill. Place your hand over the air vents in your home, if the air coming out is not cold, you should contact the air conditioning professionals at Autumn Mechanical to have your unit serviced and restored. Weak airflow: If you have noticed the air pressure coming from your air conditioning vents is weak and not freely blowing, you may have a clogged filter or a leaky air duct, both of which will affect the temperature and comfort of your home.   Drastic temperature differences: If one room in your home is cool and comfortable and another room is hot and humid, you may be having an issue the air conditioning technicians at Autumn Mechanical can resolve! Do not waste your time being uncomfortable, give us a call instead!   Unusual Noises: If you have had your air conditioning unit for awhile, then you are familiar with its normal noises and hums. If you suddenly start hearing new noises that are unfamiliar to you this can be an indication that […]

Prepare Your AC For Summer in Houston

Prepare Your AC For Summer in Houston

Air conditioning systems are a large investment, that is why it is so critical to protect your investment every way you can to preserve it for as long as possible. Not to mention, Houston summers are way too hot to go through without a fully functioning air conditioner.   Some maintenance you can do yourself to ensure you air conditioner is being maintained properly.   Clean or Replace Air Filters This is an easy way you can help keep your air conditioner in solid condition. An air filter should be cleaned or replaced every other month, in order to keep your quality and flow at its best. Whenever your air filters become clogged you restrict your air flow which can do more than stop your home from properly cooling, It also has the potential to freeze the coils in your unit. Whenever your air flow is restricted it forces your air conditioning unit to work harder for longer than it should have to which uses more energy and can drive up your electricity bill.   The rest of the summer maintenance you should have done to your air conditioning unit would be better off left to the Houston air conditioning experts at Autumn Mechanical. We have decades of experience preparing AC’s for summer, below are some of the things we check for in an air conditioning tune up.   Ductwork Maintenance Houston Your ductwork plays an important role in helping transfer the air throughout your space. If you have a leak, or an unclean pathway this can affect your air conditioners ability to efficiently cool down your space. We will ensure during our tune up that your ductwork is in good condition for the hot summer months ahead.   Condenser and Coils Maintenance Houston At Autumn Mechanical our summertime maintenance […]

Why Isn’t My AC Cooling My House

Why Isn't My AC Cooling My House

A common problem we face is air conditioning units that appear to be operating normally, except for one thing, they are failing to cool our space. You may hear it click on, it may even read as if it is cooling your space to your desired temperature, this does not mean it is functioning properly. Whenever you experience this problem, there are several potential causes that may be the culprit. Below are the most common reasons why an air conditioning unit may fail to properly and consistently cool your home or business:   Ductwork Repair Ductwork is often overlooked or underestimated. It plays one of the most vital roles in the function of your HVAC system. Your ductwork is the reason the air cooled by your air conditioning unit, or heated by your furnace, is able to flow to all parts of your home. If their is a problem with the ductwork, such as a bend, crack, or inefficient design, the air your system worked so hard to cool or heat, will be wasted and go undelivered throughout your space. We can inspect your ductwork and determine if it needs to be sealed or corrected in order to fix your problem   Refrigerant Leak Repair Refrigerant leaks are a common problem, especially in older air conditioning units. The more you lose, the harder it will be for your air conditioning unit to cool your space. This will be one of the first things our technicians will check for. If you have regular seasonal maintenance this will be inspected regularly and can prevent issues from getting out of hand.   Thermostat Repair If your air conditioning unit does not appear to be cooling your home to the same temperature that is showing on your thermostat, it may not be a problem […]

Why Do I Need Preventive Maintenance

Why Do I Need Preventive Maintenance On My AC

It is no surprise to anyone that air conditioners are not cheap! Not only are they not cheap, they do not last forever, and unfortunately in a city as hot as Houston, they are a necessity in our day-to-day lives. So what do you do to protect your investment and ensure you are getting the most out of your air conditioning unit for years to come? Preventive maintenance! At Autumn Mechanical we try to stress to our clients that just because you have not had a breakdown or problem obvious enough to call us this does not mean your air conditioning unit is functioning at its highest ability.   Energy Efficiency Annual to biannual preventative maintenance is recommended for all air conditioning units. This is because this maintenance ensures your air conditioning system is using energy more efficiently. This maintenance includes cleaning and checking levels within your unit. When your unit is running smoothly it will require less energy to produce the same cool air and will cost you less money to operate.   Extends Life of Air Conditioning Unit Having regular maintenance performed on your unit will help to ensure your unit will have a longer and healthier lifespan. This is because the trusted Houston, air conditioning technicians at Autumn Mechanical are exploring the inside of your unit and catching problems as the begin instead of once they have left a trail of expensive damages behind them.   Air Quality Throughout the year as you use your air conditioning unit, you will notice a collection of dirt and debris building inside of your air conditioning unit. These particles then pose a threat to the quality of air being released into your home. Routine maintenance helps to eliminate any harmful materials from making their way into your home.   Fewer […]

Air Conditioning Discounts in Houston

Autumn Air spring coupon 2018

At Autumn Mechanical we love our clients! We also know air conditioning maintenance and expenses can add up quickly. This is why we have worked hard to come up with a fantastic Springtime promotion for all of our valued customers, this year! We want you to get the most out of your money and air conditioning unit this season. Below are all of our fantastic deals! Take advantage this Spring and save big with Autumn Mechanical!   Air Conditioning Promotions in Houston: $69.95 Seasonal System Maintenance: This promotion includes our 10-point inspection and spring AC tune-up! Regular AC tune-ups help expand the life of your air conditioning unit as well as catch problems before they become breakdowns! Take advantage of this promotion now to ensure your air conditioner is functioning properly and efficiently, before the temperatures rise any higher!       $40.00 Off Any Repair: Air conditioning repairs are never fun but at this time of year, in a city like Houston, they are necessary for the comfort of you and your family. Do not put off air conditioning repair, contact Autumn Mechanical today and get your home ready for the heat! HVAC System Maintenance Program Special: This special offers you a flat rate of $130 for the first system maintenance. Discounts will apply for additional systems as well. Call Autumn Mechanical today to find out more about this discount and get your system serviced today!   Free Honeywell Whole House Cleaner & WiFi Thermostat: Whenever you purchase a new air conditioning system, with this promotion you will be given a free honeywell whole house cleaner and WiFi thermostat! These cleaners are efficient at capturing both microscopic particles like dust and smoke in addition to larger contaminants such as mold spores and pet dander. This highly effective air cleaner also […]

How AC Tune Ups Save You Money in Houston

How AC Tune Ups Save You Money in Houston

Purchasing a new air conditioner is an expensive expense that can really put a dent in your pocket, especially if you are already living on a budget. Fortunately, routine maintenance, such as an AC tune up can actually save you money and protect your investment, allowing you more time with your current air conditioning unit.   Do not be fooled into thinking the only maintenance required for your air conditioner is when you have already experienced a problem, preventive care truly is a budget saving practice that helps you ensure you are getting the most from your air conditioning unit.   Save on HVAC Repairs in Houston Whenever you have routine maintenance performed on your air conditioning unit, you are helping to eliminate high end repairs. This is because you are given a look into the health of your unit and can catch problems earlier than if you wait for a total breakdown of your air conditioning unit.   AC Lifespan in Houston Like we said, we know how expensive it can be to replace an air conditioning unit when you have a total breakdown failure. Having routine maintenance helps ensure your air conditioning unit is able to provide you with cool comfort for a longer amount of time. This is because each piece is examined and treated, making sure it can do its job efficiently.   Reduce Your AC Bills One of the best reasons to have AC tune ups on your unit is because it helps ensure you are getting the most bang for your buck. Meaning, when you do all of the important stuff like lubricate the moving parts, check the liquid levels, make sure your coils are in good condition, etc. you are ensuring your unit will not have to work harder to get the same […]

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