Tag: Air
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How to use a fan to remove hot air from a room
Let’s face it, we Brits aren’t exactly made for 30°C + temperatures. So, when the country is gripped by a heatwave, we instinctively reach for a fan to try and keep our homes cool. But it turns out we may have been using them all wrong and TikTok has something to say about it. Rather…
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How Long Do Split System Air Conditioners Last?
Does your air conditioner need replacement? Your cooling system might not work as well as it used to, and you’re definitely not alone in this. Most AC units are built to run about 10 years before they need serious repairs or replacement. A typical air conditioner can last 10 to 15 years with proper care.…
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Don’t ignore these factors when considering air con size
Understanding what size air con unit you need can make all the difference when it comes to keeping cool, or ending up feeling hot and bothered that your system isn’t working as well as you thought it would. But how do you figure out what size you need? Is it down to room size or…
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Air conditioning mistakes that could be costing you
When the temperature starts creeping up, air conditioning feels like the ultimate home upgrade; but if you’re not using your AC unit properly, it could be working harder than it needs to (and running up your energy bills in the process). From forgetting to clean the filter to plonking your portable AC in the worst…
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Air conditioning mistakes that could be costing you
When the temperature starts creeping up, air conditioning feels like the ultimate home upgrade; but if you’re not using your AC unit properly, it could be working harder than it needs to (and running up your energy bills in the process). From forgetting to clean the filter to plonking your portable AC in the worst…
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Experts reveal the 7 places never to put air conditioning
If you are finding the summer heat is increasingly getting in the way of enjoying day-to-day life, you may well have been considering ways to cool your house down – but do you know where not to install air conditioning if you want it to be a safe and efficient way to prevent your home…
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How to Save Energy with Single-Room Air Conditioning
The need to preserve energy is becoming more apparent than ever. With summer in full effect, numerous individuals are searching for the most ideal approaches to chill their homes with limited energy consumption. It is simply impractical to expect to be able to air-condition every single room in your home, furnished with individual room air conditioning. It cools…
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The main types of air conditioning worth considering
It comes as little surprise that more and more homeowners are researching types of air conditioning of late. Whether rising temperatures are making day-to day tasks such as cooking dinner a little more tiring, or you are struggling to sleep in a due to a bedroom that refuses to cool down at night, home air…
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When your whole-house air conditioning system stops working
When your whole-house air conditioning system stops working, it can be frustrating—especially during the hottest times of the year. Fortunately, most issues come down to a handful of common problems that HVAC technicians see all the time. One of the first things to check is power. If your system won’t turn on at all, it…
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Air conditioning hire: Is it an option for homes?
I’ve hired dehumidifiers during an unfortunate flooding incident, but hadn’t really considered air conditioning hire until someone mentioned it to me the other day. Sitting at home in a hot living room, working through yet another heatwave, I decided to explore what was available to see if it’s a trick I’ve missed. I don’t have…