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Air Conditioner Spring Tune up

By on 03/02/2016 in Air Conditioner Maintenance

Air Conditioner Spring Tune up

Community Cooling and Heating Inc.
Air Conditioner Repair, Service, Maintenance
Fort Myers, Florida
239-267-2117
Serving Ft Myers and all of SW Florida since 1970

 

Air Conditioner Spring Tune up Time!

The time is coming quickly when you will want to be certain your air conditioning equipment has been checked over and serviced. Summer in Fort Myers is an all out war for your air conditioner, and a little preventative maintenance goes a long way to keeping your equipment running effectively and at the same time with a high degree of cost efficiency. This can not happen, even over a short period of time, without proper maintenance of your HVAC equipment.

Freshly cleaned a/c coil ...Air Conditioner Spring Tune up

Air conditioner coil after cleaning! An Air Conditioner Spring Tune up will leave your equipment looking, and more importantly working, at its optimum ability.

 

Air conditioner maintenance is the best way to keep small problems small!

 

One of the most important parts of our spring tune up is to assess the condition of your condensor coils. Even a minimal amount of build up on your coils will impact the efficiency of your equipment, as well as the comfort in your home.   It is fairly well known that it is extremely important to change the air filter in your home every 30 days or your air conditioner will have to work twice as hard to draw in the air before it can even begin to cool it. The same concept applies equally to the condenser coils, evaporator coils and fan blades located inside your equipment as well. Any type of obstruction in these areas is likely to minimize the level of comfort, and make your air conditioner work longer and harder.

 

Air conditioner service, on a regular basis, does more to prevent high electric bills than practically anything else you can do!

Regular air conditioner service is also the best way to keep your air conditioning equipment running for as long as possible as well. With proper maintenance it is entirely possible to keep your air conditioner working effectively for 20 years … or even more!

 

air conditioner service is the number one secret to keeping your air conditioner working for as long as possible

Proper air conditioner service kept this a/c running effectively for the span of three decades!!!

 

We guarantee all our repairs and offer a Free Second Opinion

Our Motto is…“We won’t send you a wolf in sheep’s clothing …

just an honest professional”

Community Cooling is here to help with all your Heating and Cooling needs!

Air Conditioning Service And Repair In Ft Myers Florida

COMMUNITY COOLING AND HEATING INC.

239-267-2117

FORT MYERS, FLORIDA

Call today for the very best service you can expect from any air conditioning contractor, any where in Lee County, Florida!

Serving Ft Myers, Lee County, and all of SW Florida since 1970

Fort Myers most trusted Air Conditioning Contractor

Community Cooling & Heating

Fort Myers, Florida

239-267-2117

The End Of The 30 Year Air Conditioner

By on 02/17/2016 in Air Conditioner Maintenance

Community Cooling and Heating Inc.
Air Conditioner Repair, Service, Maintenance

Fort Myers, Florida
239-267-2117

Serving Ft Myers and all of SW Florida since 1970

Why Regular air conditioning maintenance has NEVER been more important!

Air conditioner service and repair is, first and foremost,  all about extending the life of your air conditioning equipment for as long as is reasonably practical.  Yes … optimal output is important, as is energy efficiency and other factors, but, as expensive as replacing an air conditioning system is becoming there is tremendous value to only needing to replace your equipment once in 30 years as opposed to four or even five times.

Is this the end of the 30 year air conditioner?

 

proper maintenance helped this home owner squeeze every last nickel out of this air conditioner

Community Cooling is proud to have helped this home owner keep this air conditioner running for over 30 years!

” air conditioners … …they ain’t making them like they used to!

Not so long ago virtually all HVAC equipment manufacturers had factories right here in the United States, and forged their products with high quality, durable materials, employing a workforce that took pride in being part of a brand name synonymous with quality.  The air conditioners of today … not so much!  There is a very good chance that the toughest, most durable piece of air conditioning equipment you are ever going to own … for the rest of your life … is the air conditioner running outside of your home right now!  You definitely want to consider doing everything you can to keep it going, and that means regular maintenance.

 

We can help!

Our well stocked trucks, and well trained air conditioning technicians are always on call when you need air conditioner serve, repairs, or maintenance.

Our well stocked trucks, and well trained air conditioning technicians are always on call when you need air conditioner serve, repairs, or maintenance.

 

Community Cooling takes great pride in showing up on time, accurately assessing your air conditioning problem, and providing the consumer with the full range of options available to him … and then letting the customer decide which option makes the most sense to him personally, and fits his family’s budget as well!

Our Motto is…“We won’t send you a wolf in sheep’s clothing …

just an honest professional”

We guarantee all our repairs and offer a Free Second Opinion

Kurt Hartmann, Owner of Community Cooling and Heating

Call Today For Air Conditioner Service, Repair, Maintenance, and Installation

239-267-2117

Air Conditioning HVAC Convention Expo 2016 Highlights

By on 02/03/2016 in Air Conditioning Information

Community Cooling and Heating Inc.
Air Conditioner Repair, Service, Maintenance
Fort Myers, Florida
239-267-2117
Serving Ft Myers and all of SW Florida since 1970

Air conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Expo 2016 in Orlando, Florida

 

The annual air conditioning, HVAC Convention was a big hit again this year.  With well over two thousand exhibitors,  over 50,000 HVAC industry professionals in attendance, and industry experts presenting, and demonstrating, some of the newest and most beneficial, advances in the trade.  The guys from Community Cooling took the entire day to walk the aisles, speak with the representatives, and garner what info they could to keep abreast of the latest tools and techniques to better serve their customers.

 

air conditioning expo name badge

HVAC convention name badge

 

Air conditioning, heating and refridgeration expo 2016

 

Floor plan of booths at the 2016 HVACR convention in Orlando

Air conditioning, heating and refrigeration expo 2016 floor plan

 

The photo of the floor plan (above)of the HVAC convention  gives you an idea of just how large the show was.  Community Cooling president Kurt Hartmann was wearing his “FitBit” at the show and logged in nearly 10 miles of walking.  The long walk was well worth it for all the cool stuff they experienced.  The exhibitors proudly displayed their products and innovations, as well as a few items that were kind of fun as well.  We were particularly drawn to this miniature steam engine that powered a tiny electric light bulb.

“Community Cooling had such a good time at the Air Conditioning HVAC Convention this year …

… that we are already excited about attending the next time it comes to Florida …”

 

A fun little steam engine lights a small electric bulb.

This miniature steam engine was one of the “fun” exhibits we encountered at the HVAC convention.

 

 

 

Community Cooling takes great pride in showing up on time, accurately assessing your air conditioning problem, and providing the consumer with the full range of options available to him … and then letting the customer decide which option makes the most sense to him personally, and fits his family’s budget as well!

Our Motto is…“We won’t send you a wolf in sheep’s clothing …

just an honest professional”

We guarantee all our repairs and offer a Free Second Opinion

Kurt Hartmann, Owner of Community Cooling and Heating

Call Today For Air Conditioner Service, Repair, Maintenance, and Installation

239-267-2117

Air conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Expo 2016

By on 01/25/2016 in Air Conditioning Information

Community Cooling and Heating Inc.
Air Conditioner Repair, Service, Maintenance
Fort Myers, Florida
239-267-2117
Serving Ft Myers and all of SW Florida since 1970

Air conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Expo 2016 in Orlando, Florida

The guys from Community Cooling are headed north to Orlando for the Air conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Expo 2016. This exposition features vendors, manufacturers, experts, and educators from around the world ready to share “whats new and trending” in the HVACR industry.

Nearly 50 free seminars on a range of topics will keep you in-the-know. Conducted by experts representing top industry organizations, these sessions last from one to two hours, so you can learn something new in the classroom and still have plenty of time to spend visiting the exhibits.

 

Approximately 50 free seminars will be offered on a range of topics will keep Florida air conditioning contractors in-the-know. They will be conducted by known experts representing top industry organizations, these sessions tend to last from one to two hours, so participants have the opportunity to learn something new in the classroom and still have plenty of time to spend visiting the exhibits.  This years trade show is expected to be at near capacity, with something new to experience around every corner.

 

Floor plan of booths at the 2016 HVACR convention in Orlando

Air conditioning, heating and refrigeration expo 2016 floor plan

 

This is just one of the ways Community Cooling makes time to keep abreast of changing protocols, practices, and technologies necessary in today’s ever changing HVAC landscape.  Not only will attendees have the opportunity to get a “first glimpse” of the newest products the industry has to offer, but also, sit in on exhibitor presentations of their new products. There will be over 80 different presentations, each one lasting about 20 minutes, participants will get an overview of each exhibitor’s new product and then see it in action on the Exhibit Floor.  A great opportunity to learn new tools and techniques to increase our value to our customers.

 

We will get back to you later on the tips, techniques, and technological advances we witness in Orlando.

 

Our Motto is…“We won’t send you a wolf in sheep’s clothing …

just an honest professional”

We guarantee all our repairs and offer a Free Second Opinion

Kurt Hartmann, Owner of Community Cooling and Heating

Call Today For Air Conditioner Service, Repair, Maintenance, and Installation

239-267-2117

Fort Myers Heating Repairs

By on 01/13/2016 in Air Conditioning Information

Fort Myers Heating Repairs

Ft Myers Heat and Air Conditioning Specialist

Community Cooling and Heating Inc.
(239)267-2117
Air Conditioner Repair and Service
Fort Myers, Florida

 

This is the time of year you need to be certain your heater is ready to go!

Community Cooling, Ft Myers, Florida

Community Cooling and Heating Inc.

 

When the weather actually turns cold, and a serious cold front is moving through, Fort Myers heating repairs specialists phones light up. The first cold night of the year is often times a busy night for a cooling and heating company … everybody finds out there heat is off at the same time!   Community Cooling and Heating has technicians available 24/7 365 days a year.  We have been servicing Fort Myers heating and cooling needs since 1970 and have the knowledge and experience to have your heat up and running in a jiffy!  Checking the heater is a normal part of our winter maintenance check up.

Checking the thermostat for proper settings and operation.
Inspecting the wiring for proper installation and connections.
inspecting the element for proper operation.

Regular maintenance of your air conditioning equipment should also include an inspection of your heating equipment as well. Far too often home owners aren’t aware there is a problem with their heater until they actually need it. Typically when the weather turns cold air conditioning contractors receive numerous calls for help and the home owner is without heat until the contractor can get there. By inspecting the heater before the weather turns cold you have full control over the comfort level in your home with the flick of a switch.

 

Our well stocked trucks, and well trained air conditioning technicians are always on call when you need air conditioner serve, repairs, or maintenance.

Our well stocked trucks, and well trained air conditioning technicians are always on call when you need air conditioner serve, repairs, or maintenance.

 

Keep your heat up and running at peak performance … whether you have a problem, or just a question, feel free to give us a call.  Often times, if you can tell us a little about your equipment and the service history, we are well on our way to deducing the problem, and providing viable solutions to your situation.  We take as much pride in our reputation for good customer service as we do for our technical skills.  We are committed to giving you, the customer, the very best value for your air conditioning and heating dollar.

 

” … our focus is on providing our clients with an end deliverable that serves their needs as well as their budget …”

Call Community Cooling and Heating Today!
239-267-2117

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Ft Myers Air Conditioner Services

By on 01/06/2016 in Air Conditioner Maintenance

Ft Myers Air Conditioner Services

Community Cooling and Heating Inc.
(239)267-2117
Air Conditioner Repairs and Services
Fort Myers, Florida

Community Cooling, Ft Myers, Florida

Community Cooling and Heating Inc.

Regular air conditioner service is, far and away, the very best way to keep your a/c working at optimum output, as inexpensively as possible. Additionally, proper servicing also ensures optimal comfort levels as well. The best air conditioner in the world can’t perform properly if it is clogged with dirt and dust, or if component parts of the system are showing signs of wear individually. On the average, an air conditioner that is serviced at least once a year (we recommend twice a year … because it is that important) will outperform it’s un-serviced counterpart in terms of efficiency, economy, and years of service!

 

Dirty air conditioner coils

Dirty a/c coils badly in need of cleaning.

 

Community Cooling and Heating is offering a 16 point cooling system check which includes:

Clean your condenser coils.
Check operating pressures
Check electrical connections
Check sub-cooling
Check fan blade
Lubricate moving parts
Clean air filters
check thermostat
Check blower operation
Check controls
Check superheat
Check temperature drop across evaporator
Clean indoor coil if visible
Check complete unit operation
Treat condesate line and pan
Make necessary recommendations

 

HIGHER THAN NORMAL ELECTRIC BILLS?

AIR CONDITIONER RUNS LONGER THAN IT SHOULD TO COOL YOUR HOME?

INSUFFICIENT COOLING IN YOUR HOME?

Not knowing why … IS COSTING YOU MONEY!

WE CAN HELP!

Our well stocked trucks, and well trained air conditioning technicians are always on call when you need air conditioner serve, repairs, or maintenance.

Our well stocked trucks, and well trained air conditioning technicians are always on call when you need air conditioner services, repairs, or maintenance.

 

Air conditioner services Ft Myers can depend on!

Community Cooling takes great pride in showing up on time, accurately assessing your air conditioning problem, and providing the consumer with the full range of options available to him … and then letting the customer decide which option makes the most sense to him personally, and fits his family’s budget as well!

Our Motto is…“We won’t send you a wolf in sheep’s clothing …

just an honest professional”

We guarantee all our repairs and offer a Free Second Opinion

Kurt Hartmann, Owner of Community Cooling and Heating

Call Today For Air Conditioner Service, Repair, Maintenance, and Installation

239-267-2117

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Service Your AC And Make Sure Your Heat Works

By on 12/30/2015 in Air Conditioning Information

Ft Myers Heat and Air Conditioning Specialist

Community Cooling and Heating Inc.
(239)267-2117
Air Conditioner Repair and Service
Fort Myers, Florida

Have your ac serviced, and your heater checked, before the first real cold front gets here!

Too often home owners wait until a cold front has hit before they actually turn it on to see if it is working correctly. While most air conditioning contractors keep a tech on call 24/7, when a cold front hits those contractors phones light up, and one can find themselves having to wait several hours before their turn in line comes up. There is a great deal of wisdom in having one’s air conditioner and heating equipment checked as the weather transitions from summer to winter.

This is the time of year you need to be certain your heater is ready to go!

 

Community Cooling, Ft Myers, Florida

Community Cooling and Heating Inc.

To be certain your HVAC equipment is ready to face the challenges of winter it is a good idea to have it looked over by a licensed air conditioning contractor. An inspection of your heating equipment should include:

Checking the thermostat for proper settings and operation.
Inspecting the wiring for proper installation and connections.
inspecting the element for proper operation.

Regular maintenance of your air conditioning equipment should also include an inspection of your heating equipment as well. Far too often home owners aren’t aware there is a problem with their heater until they actually need it. Typically when the weather turns cold air conditioning contractors receive numerous calls for help and the home owner is without heat until the contractor can get there. By inspecting the heater before the weather turns cold you have full control over the comfort level in your home with the flick of a switch.

 

Our well stocked trucks, and well trained air conditioning technicians are always on call when you need air conditioner serve, repairs, or maintenance.

Our well stocked trucks, and well trained air conditioning technicians are always on call when you need air conditioner serve, repairs, or maintenance.

Call Community Cooling and Heating Today!
239-267-2117

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Burned Compressor Wire A Common Problem

By on 12/09/2015 in Air Conditioning Information

Community Cooling
Air Conditioner Repair, Service, Maintenance
239-267-2117

Burned Compressor Wire Repair

 

Earlier this month we received a  “no cool call” from a Fort Myers business where the circuit breaker for the condensing unit was tripped and the offices were getting hotter by the minute.  We dispatched a truck and were on the scene within a half hour.  The business owner told us what he had experienced, and led us to the air conditioner.  We opened the a/c up and took a look.  The reason why the air conditioner wasn’t cooling was that the compressor wires got over heated over time and burned off .  It was apparent that there had been a fire inside the air conditioner, and it had burned the insulation off the wires back about 3 to 6 inches from the compressor connection, and seemed to have charred the wire itself to the same point but it could also just be the burned insulation making it look like the wires had been burned.

 

Burned wires and connections on air conditioner compressor in Ft Myers Florida

Burned wires and connections on air conditioner compressor

 

“… a burned air compressor wire is a common problem, easily fixed, with the correct tools and hardware …”

It was apparent that there had been a fire, of some sort,  inside the air conditioner and it had burned the insulation off of the wires as far back as about 3 to 6 inches from the compressor
connection, and seem to have charred the wire itself to the same point, but, it could also just be the burned insulation making it look like the wires were burned.   We installed electrical connectors specifically for this type of repair called Term Lok.  10 or 15 years ago burned wires and spade connectors might have been the end of the compressor.  With the introduction of Term Lok to the air conditioning contractors tool bag the expected life of a compressor has gone way up.

Burned wires on air conditioner compressor replaced

Burned wires on air conditioner compressor replaced

 

“… after 40+ years of repairing air conditioners in the SW Florida environment we know the tools and materials to have on hand that will save us time, thus giving our customers the greatest value!”

 

Our well stocked trucks, and well trained air conditioning technicians are always on call when you need air conditioner serve, repairs, or maintenance.

Our well stocked trucks, and well trained air conditioning technicians are always on call when you need air conditioner service, repairs, or maintenance.

 

Community Cooling’s focus has always been to provide top quality service and repairs, at a reasonable price, and earn their customers trust and respect … to become a valued resource of such integrity that the customer would not consider allowing another contractor, to work on their equipment.

 

We guarantee all our repairs and offer a Free Second Opinion

Our Motto is…“We won’t send you a wolf in sheep’s clothing …

just an honest professional”

Call Today For Reliable, Expert Service

239-267-2117

Community Cooling and Heating has been serving Lee County Florida since 1970, and our long standing reputation for honesty and integrity is important to us!

We believe in putting our clients needs first, earning your trust, and making sure we provide a level of service that ensures you will call us again the next time!

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Fort Myers Air Conditioner Service

By on 12/02/2015 in Air Conditioning Information

Fort Myers Air Conditioner Service

Air Conditioning Repairs, Service, Installation

Community Cooling and Heating Inc.
Fort Myers, Florida
239-267-2117

 

The secret to longevity in air conditioners, 30 years ago and now, is regular maintenance!!!

No matter the brand…  air conditioners do a tough job under difficult conditions!Whether an old machine, or a new unit  … with proper maintenance, and regular servicing, you can still get many years of service out of any air conditioner. The air conditioner from many years ago(below) would never have lasted 30 years without being maintained properly. Regular maintenance keeps your equipment running efficiently and cost effectively, keeps small problems from becoming big ones, and ensures as long a life as possible for one of the most expensive component parts of your home!

 

Get the most out of your air conditioning equipment ... maintain it!

The only reason this air conditioner has lasted 30+ years is because the owner kept up the maintenance! Most home owners will replace their a/c equipment every 10 to 15 years … an expense that can often times be avoided!!!

 

Community Cooling is offering a 16 point cooling system check which includes

Clean your condenser coils.

Check operating pressures

Check electrical connections

Check sub-cooling

Check fan blade

Lubricate moving parts

Clean air filters

Check thermostat

Check blower operation

Check controlsCheck superheat

Check temperature drop across evaporator

Clean indoor coil if visible

Check complete unit operation

Treat condensate line and pan

Make necessary recommendations

 

Our well stocked trucks, and well trained air conditioning technicians are always on call when you need air conditioner serve, repairs, or maintenance.

Our well stocked trucks, and well trained air conditioning technicians are always on call when you need air conditioner serve, repairs, or maintenance.

 

Community Cooling takes great pride in showing up on time, accurately assessing your air conditioning problem, and providing the consumer with the full range of options available to him … and then letting the customer make an informed decision as to which option makes the most sense to him personally, and fits his family’s budget as well!  Community Cooling and Heating has been serving Lee County Florida since 1970, and our long standing reputation for honesty and integrity is important to us!We believe in putting our clients needs first, earning your trust, and making sure we provide a level of service that ensures you will call us again the next time!

 

Community Cooling, Ft Myers, Florida

Community Cooling and Heating Inc.

Our Motto is…“We won’t send you a wolf in sheep’s clothing …

just an honest professional”

We guarantee all our repairs and offer a Free Second Opinion

Kurt Hartmann, Owner of Community Cooling and Heating

 

Call Today For Air Conditioner Service, Repair, Maintenance, and Installation

239-267-2117

 

 

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Happy Thanksgiving 2015

By on 11/25/2015 in Air Conditioner Repairs Ft Myers

Happy Thanksgiving 2015

Community Cooling, both the business and their employees have much to be thankful for this year. Like most of us we are grateful for our health and homes, our friends and family, for our Country, our freedoms, and the men that fight to preserve it. We are also quite thankful to have had the opportunity to serve Fort Myers Florida, and the surrounding SW Florida communities since 1970. The homes and families that we have served since the very beginning have become something of an extended family to us and we consider it a privilege to be the air conditioning contractor they have called when they need an air conditioner repair. Their faith in us is the best kind of validation that the pride we take in our workmanship and customer service is not misplaced.

 

Community Cooling, Ft Myers, Florida

Community Cooling and Heating Inc.

 

We are also equally thankful for the new customers that have come our way, both by referral and our blog/website.  We want every new customer to receive the very best service possible, for a fair price, and to be fully satisfied with the value they receive from Community Cooling.  We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 52 weeks a year.

We are here to help … even on Thanksgiving!

It is difficult to imagine any worse timing than to have your air conditioner go out with the oven blazing, and a house full of people waiting for turkey dinner! You might tough it out any other day of the year, but when you are entertaining guest your home needs to be comfortable. If you have a problem … give us a call … otherwise … sit back, relax, and enjoy the day!

Happy Thanksgiving 2015

Our Motto is…“We won’t send you a wolf in sheep’s clothing …

just an honest professional”

We guarantee all our repairs and offer a Free Second Opinion

Kurt Hartmann, Owner of Community Cooling and Heating

Call Today For Air Conditioner Service, Repair, Maintenance, and Installation

239-267-2117

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