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How cool will my air conditioning system keep my house?
Air Conditioning Size Explained The International Energy Conservation Code recommends sizing HVAC systems to maintain 75 degrees indoors while it is 92 degree outdoors. The recommendation is under normal operating conditions for the greater Atlanta area. That is the textbook answer. Load Calculations to help determine Air Conditioning Size Performing a load calculation (simplified) is…
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Common Air Conditioner Problems and Solutions Empire Heating and Air Conditioning understands air conditioner problems and solutions. We received a call from a longtime customer who had suffered through a power outage for two days during the 90-degree heat. The power came back on at 10 pm and by 8:00 am her home had only…
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Air Conditioning Repair Atlanta Air conditioning repair in Atlanta is important. Why? It is awfully hot and very humid during Georgia summers, and this heat and moisture take a heavy toll on air conditioning units that must be so active for so long to maintain home and building temperatures. A refrigerant leak is a major…
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American Standard: Best HVAC System in Atlanta The name American Standard speaks for itself amid the HVAC industry. No question about it. Empire Heating and Air Conditioning’s service and reputation for always installing the best HVAC systems in Atlanta, and elsewhere, has remained first-rate in the business, for over 28 years. HVAC Units – Atlanta…
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Air Conditioning – Dehumidifiers Atlanta Dehumidifiers – air conditioners and air conditioning processes control the internal environment of your home, keeping the air clean and the home at a stable temperature. The potential problem is that the humidity level of the air is actually the main culprit; yes, the moisture. Sometimes it is simply way…
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NATE HVAC Technicians Atlanta NATE certification tests demonstrate expertise and working knowledge about specific aspects of HVAC and HVAC/R systems. NATE certifications can be earned for various installation, service, or advanced senior certification areas. But, why does Atlanta HVAC technician certification really matter? Why NATE Certification Matters NATE Certification proves and demonstrates that an Atlanta…
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AC System Replacements Decatur Empire Heating & Air Conditioning strives to provide the best customer care, equipment, products, parts, and overall HVAC service in the metro Atlanta area including Decatur. In fact, the American Standard Customer Care Dealer process is ongoing in its philosophy, and concentrates specifically upon 5 key principles: being Reliable, Honest, and…
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Air Conditioning Service in Metro Atlanta Empire Heating & Air Conditioning has been serving the metro Atlanta area since 1985 in air conditioning service, maintenance repairs, custom installations, HVAC replacements, and ductwork renovations. Our service territory includes the following cities in North Georgia. Alpharetta Atlanta Avondale Estates Cumming Decatur Duluth Dunwoody Johns Creek Lilburn Norcross…
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Air Conditioning Efficiency Tips in Atlanta Air Conditioners do not like open windows. Fact. The common habit of opening windows at night (or day) in warm and humid weather for fresh air is detrimental to your air conditioning system. How? It is not the added heat that is the trouble. Humidity is the main culprit.…
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Air Conditioner Drainage – Atlanta Ever notice water around your furnace or air handling unit? Atlanta Area air conditioning drainage is often a problem since HVAC units dispose of humidity from household air, some units also generate condensate from furnace or humidifier operations as well. What can you do to protect your property from air conditioning water…
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