What does HVAC stand for?
HVAC stands for Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning. The three functions of heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning are closely interrelated. All provide thermal comfort, acceptable indoor air quality, and reasonable installation, operation, and maintenance costs. HVAC systems can provide ventilation, reduce air infiltration, and maintain pressure relationships between spaces. Our heating and air technician goes by the name of HVAC contractor, and can provide heating repair expertise.
When looking for a HVAC contractor, what should I look for?
When looking for a contractor, look for state licensed contractor associated with professional trade organization such as ACCA – Air Conditioning Contractors of America. At Bon Air, we file permits, deliver code-compliant jobs, insist our jobs pass city inspections, and make sure out customers receive the highest quality equipment and service available.
Why do I need a maintenance agreement?
Preventative maintenance is the key to protecting your heating and cooling investment. Our residential Bon Air Service Plus plan offers a comprehensive inspection twice a year, scheduled at your convenience, for less than an emergency call. By regularly servicing your systems, you can avoid costly and uncomfortable unscheduled down time by allowing us to identify and correct potential problems. Our twice-a-year-maintenance service also reduces utility bills by keeping your HVAC equipment running efficiently. Best of all, by being a Bon Air Service Plus maintenance program customer, you receive our preferential status service in event of an emergency.
How does my heating and air conditioning system move air throughout my home?
A fan draws indoor air in through return grill vents located throughout your home. The air travels through ducts that run to your HVAC system’s air handler, where it is returned into the conditioned space through supply vents or registers in your wall, ceilings or floors.
Why should I replace my working furnace or air conditioner?
If your furnace or air conditioner is more than 12 years old you should consider replacing it with a new high efficiency system. A new heating and air conditioning system saves energy repair costs, while providing a higher degree of comfort within your home.
How does the Clean Air Act impact heating and cooling systems?
The portion of the Clean Air Act that applies to the Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) industry encourages the development of ozone-friendly substitutes for chemicals that contain ozone destroying chlorine, which are called hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs). The chemical refrigerant of choice for more than four decades, referred to as R-22, is in the HCFC category. R-22 is widely used in heat pumps and AC condensing units to heat and cool homes. Today, a refrigerant called R-410A is used because of its ozone-friendly properties.