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Maintenance Critical For Top AC Performance

By on 06/30/2019 in Air Conditioning Information

Top AC performance is generally measured in three ways … by the level of comfort your air conditioner provides, the cost of running the air conditioner long enough to achieve that level of comfort, and ultimately the overall wear and tear on the air conditioning equipment itself.

… lack of maintenance often leads to equipment failure that requires replacement!

Community Cooling new flagship service truck

“Top AC Performance Cannot Be Sustained Without Proper Maintainance”

Fort Myers AC Circular Ad

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 blades
 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

This is a total system check that includes your entire air conditioning system.  Don’t be fooled by companies that claim they are doing a 32 or 54 point check.  This is disingenuous from the very start, and something of a negative indicator as to their overall honesty and trust-worthiness.  At Community Cooling we check everything, we explain everything, answer all your questions, and help you make informed decisions!  We NEVER try to upsell the job for our own benefit (as many of our competitiors do).

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!

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

239-267-2117

Honest, Reliable, AC Service

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.

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

Optimized Air Conditioner Performance

By on 10/03/2018 in Air Conditioner Maintenance

Optimized Air Conditioner Performance

 

Don’t let anyone fool you … the secret to optimized air conditioner performance is regular maintenance.  As your air conditioner performs it’s duties day after day, month after month there are a lot of things going on just out of sight, hidden from the homeowners view.  Whether you are running a high SEER energy efficient machine, or are trying to squeeze every last nickel out of the old equipment that was there when you bought your home, there is much to be gained by having an experienced set of eyes look nover your equipment on a regular basis.

air conditioner service, repairs Ft Myers Florida. A brand new air conditioner ready for installation.

A brand new air conditioner ready for installation.

 

Have you ever looked up into the sunlight and noticed the multitude of particles floating in the air?  While small and seemingly insignificant, over the course of time these small particles can accumulate inside your a/c equipment inhibiting air flow, and diminishing your air conditioners ability to move air through it so that it can be cooled.

 

cat hair caused this ac to ice up

A?C filter clogged with dust and cat hair was the cause of this air conditioner “ice up”!

 

Less airflow means less cooling!

 

Dirty fan blades cut down on the air conditoners engineered efficiency, resulting in higher cost to operate.

Dirty blades on a fan motor can make a significant difference in how effectively your air conditioner cools

The secret to optimized air conditioner performance is essentially keeping your a/c equipment able to move as much air as possible through a system that effectively removes latent heat in the form of moisture.  Without regular maintenance your air conditioner WILL begin to have a diminished ability to perform these functions fairly quickly.  If your a/c hasn’t been checked in over a year you definitely are over due.  A thorough system check will not only include air flow issues, but also, electrical connections, vegetative growth, mechanical integrity, biological infestations, and the effects of weather and heat on your equipment.

 

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 controls
Check superheat
Check temperature drop across evaporator
Clean indoor coil if visible
Check complete unit operation
Treat condesate line and pan
Make necessary recommendation

This is a total system check that includes your entire air conditioning system.  Don’t be fooled by companies that claim they are doing a 32 or 54 point check.  This is disingenuous from the very start, and something of a negative indicator as to their overall honesty and trust-worthiness.  At Community Cooling we check everything, we explain everything, answer all your questions, and help you make informed decisions!  We NEVER try to upsell the job for our own benefit (as many of our competitiors do).

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!

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

239-267-2117

Honest, Reliable, AC Service

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.

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

Is Your AC Ready For Summer 2018?

By on 06/13/2018 in Air Conditioner Maintenance

Is Your AC Ready For Summer 2018?

Well informed homeowners are calling a lot lately to make certain they have an AC ready for Summer heat. This year, perhaps more than any other, promises to be an extremely hot one. Air conditioners will be challenged to work harder, and longer than ever in their constant battle against heat and humidity. The odds are stacked against them if their ac equipment is running at a fraction of the capability the manufacturers built into the equipment..

More and more we are seeing a diminishing quality in the way air conditioners are being manufactured these days. While technologically advanced, and in many cases “greener” … generally speaking it appears equipment being built overseas (most brands of equipment are now being built, or have components built overseas to keep costs down) doesn’t stand up to abuse, neglect, and being overworked as well as their American made counterparts from 10 years ago.  In my honest opinion … proper and regular air conditioner service has never been more important. With out proper care not only is the level of comfort in your home in jeapordy, but …

… lack of maintenance often leads equipment failure that rquires replacement!

Community Cooling new flagship service truck

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 controls
Check superheat
Check temperature drop across evaporator
Clean indoor coil if visible
Check complete unit operation
Treat condesate line and pan
Make necessary recommendation

 

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!

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

239-267-2117

Honest, Reliable, AC Service

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.

 

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

UV Light Helps Keep Flu At Bay

By on 02/13/2018 in Air Conditioning Information

UV Light Helps Keep Flu At Bay

 

 

The recent surge in flu cases around the country has many home owners taking a second look at UV lights.  Although they have been on the market for years the general public has always seemed a bit skeptical about the effectiveness of the light kits. Now however, they are surfacing in the news once again for their usefulness keeping concentrations of flu virus at a minimum in Doctors offices, hospitals, and operating rooms.

 

Air Conditioning Service Ft Myers| U/V Light

 

 

UV Light effectively fights many types of bacteria and viruses as the air circulates …

 

They have been used for decades in the food preparation industry, and are also used in the Medical field to purify the air and minimize the growth of germs, bacteria, and other types of vegetative growth.

 

 

“UV Light kits are a smart option for those looking to minimize unhealthy contaminants in the air.”

With more homeowners than ever using them and sales on the rise it appears that U/V lights for a/c units are more than a passing fad.  Community Cooling has long recommended UV lights for our customers with health issues, but, it now appears, at least for the duration of flu season, that they are a reasonably priced option for us all.

 

And that is just what UV lights can do for the air.  They also are an effective boost to getting the most cooling, most efficiently, for the most time.  A UV light helps keep a number of contaminants from building up on your ac equipment.  Buildup of this sort has numerous negative effects on your air conditioner, that in the long run will provide inadequate service, and require repair.

 

A U/V LIGHT MOUNTED IN YOUR AIR CONDITIONER BENEFITS YOUR HOME AND FAMILY IN MANY WAYS!
  • Prevents the growth of spores, bacteria, and many types of potentially dangerous vegetative growths.
  • Inhibits the growth of germs and viruses.
  • Effective in removing smells associated with smoke, pets, food, and paint.
  • Helpful in reducing the amount of pollen that circulates through your home.
  • Assists in keeping your air conditioner running at optimum efficiency for as long as possible.

Give us a call and ask how a UV light can improve your air quality, and protect your A/C

Community Cooling new flagship service truck

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!

Air Conditioner Compressor Repairs

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

Air Conditioner Refrigerant Acidity

By on 07/22/2017 in Air Conditioning Information

Air Conditioner Refrigerant Acidity

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

 

Air conditioner refrigerant acidity often goes undetected and can wreak havok on your air conditioners compressor, the heart of your homes air conditioning system.  It is not unusual for acids to develop in the refrigerants of vapor compression refrigerators, heat pumps, and air conditioners which can severely shorten the life of the compressor and the refrigerant. These acids can be formed by chemical reactions within any of a myriad of combinations of components, Greases, oils, or any number of impurities that may have inadvertently entered your system.

Community Cooling new flagship service truck

In cases of excessive air conditioner refrigerant acidity the refrigerant acts as an abrasive as it passes through the compressor.  Checking for acid in the refrigerant lines on a regular basis is recommended for any air conditioner… however … that goes double if  you have had any recent major trouble with your air conditioner.

 

Often times seemingly unrelated issues like a burned out fan motor, elevated temperatures, or restricted air flow are enough to disrupt the acidic balance in your air conditioners refrigerant.  Once air conditioner refrigerant acidity reaches a certain level, the tendency will always be to get worse, as opposed to getting better.

ac acidity test

Air conditioner refrigerant acidity test

 

Community Cooling can quickly determine your air conditioners level of acidity, and restore it to manufacturers specifications.   Proper maintenance and inspection is always the best way to not only get the most use and longest life from your air condiyioning equipment, but also, to get the greatest level of cooling and comfort from it as well.

 

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!

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

239-267-2117

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.

 

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

Time IS Now! Air Conditioner Service 2017

By on 05/03/2017 in Air Conditioner Maintenance

Air conditioner service is the number one factor in determining how comfortable your home will be during the summer months to come.  Air conditioner performance, when the weather turns hot, is largely dependant on how well the a/c was maintained, and how recently was it serviced.  Virtually everyone knows that air conditioners run cheaper, and deliver a higher degree of comfort when they are well maintained.   A full air conditoner service check is recommended not only to get the most “bang for your buck” with regard to cost and comfort, but also, to extend or even double the life expectancy of your equipment.  Air conditioner service and maintenance is more important than ever if for no other reason than they don’t really “make em like they use to.”

Air Conditioner Service? The Time IS Now!

Community Cooling new flagship service truck

More and more we are seeing a diminishing quality in the way air conditioners are being manufactured these days. While technologically advanced, and in many cases “greener” … generally speaking it appears todays equipment doesn’t stand up to abuse, neglect, and being overworked as well as their American made counterparts from 10 years ago.  In my honest opinion … proper and regular air conditioner service has never been more important … (and it was always pretty important!)

 

 

A well maintained air conditioner runs better, lasts longer, and saves you money!

 

storing refrigerant

Capturing refrigerant before cleaning a/c coils

 

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 controls
Check superheat
Check temperature drop across evaporator
Clean indoor coil if visible
Check complete unit operation
Treat condesate line and pan
Make necessary recommendation

 

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!

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

239-267-2117

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.

 

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

Community Cooling 2016 Yearly Review

By on 01/08/2017 in Air Conditioning Information

Community Cooling
Air Conditioner Repair, Service, and Maintenance

Fort Myers, Florida

239-267-2117

 

A look back at some of the air conditioner repair challenges

we encountered in 2016

 

Another year of air conditioning repairs, in SW Florida, is in the books.  Time for a final look back at 2016 before we bring our full attention to bear on the year ahead.  2016 was a year where we saw many customers that have been with us for years, as well as the many new clients we took on over the 12 months too.

 

2016 was a particularly good year with regard to expanding our “commercial client” as we began doing maintenance, inspection, repairs, and replacement for businesses in several different industries in the Fort Myers/Estero/Naples/Cape Coral areas.

 

a/c replacement in sw florida

Switching out commercial air conditioner for a local SW Florida business.

 

Right at the end of the year we decided we needed another truck and upgraded to a 2017 work truck.  We feel the layout and set up for the truck make it the best air conditioning work vehicle in town!  Everything is laid out to the best specifications we could come up with after 47 years in business!

 

We REALLY like it!

New a/c repair truck

Air conditioning service truck 2017

Our service technicians are all experienced and field tested. Their training goes beyond simply knowing how to do the work in an expert fashion. We fully train our staff to respect our clients and their homes. We believe our technicians should be personable, clean, neat and leave behind only a pleasant memory of efficiency, professionalism …  and of course a comfortable environment.

 

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 are here to help!
Call Anytime!
Community Cooling and Heating Inc.

For More Information Call
(239) 267-2117

A/C Air Filter Change Leads to Huge Difference In Comfort

By on 07/13/2016 in Air Conditioner Maintenance

A/C Air Filter Change Leads to Huge Difference In Comfort

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

Fort Myers, Florida

A/C Filters can be a game changer!

A/C air filters are often the most misunderstood and neglected parts of an a/c system, and if they were truly understood, they would never be neglected again! Your air conditioner basically does it’s job by breathing in hot, moist air and breathing out cooler, dryer air. The return air (where the filter is) is where the a/c breathes in, and the individual vents in each room is where the air conditioner breathes out.

Not long ago we received a call from a long time customer asking us to come take a look at her air conditioner. As the heat of the summer came to bear her air conditioner just wasn’t keeping up. She set her thermostat at 76 most days, and typically her a/c would keep up except for the few hottest hours of the afternoon (3 pm to 6 pm). Today  the air conditioner had been running non-stop all day, and the temperature in the house was 82 degrees.  As we were talking and getting such information as necessary to troubleshoot the issue we noticed the return air appeared to “overflowing” with dust and other particulate matter. When we asked her when the last time she had changed the air filter was, she said she had never changed it. That was something her husband had always taken care of, and since he had passed, it had never occurred to her that that was an important thing she should be doing.

When we opened the grill and removed the air filter it was completely caked with dust and dirt! The accumulation was about a half inch thick … the amount of air that the air conditioner was able to pull into the system was GREATLY diminished!

Thid dirty air filter was the reason the a/c ran all day, and never acheiieved the desired level of comfort

Completely clogged air filter

“… it was the mechanical equivalent of having a pillow pushed over it’s face … the A/C just couldn’t breathe!”

We decided to change the filter, and come back the next day to see if that made a difference. The next day we went about our scheduled calls just waiting for customer from the previous day to call, but, the call never came.  Apparently changing the filter had resolved some or all of her issue.  When we went by later in the afternoon to see how she was making out she was delighted …

The temperature in her house was 76 degrees and the moisture in the air was at a comfortable level!

That’s a difference of 6 degrees, plus the extra comfort of reduced humidity, just from changing the A/C filter!

 

There are a lot of  a/c companies out there that might have taken advantage of the situation, perhaps tried to charge her for a repair, or sold her an unneeded replacement part.  She was a loyal customer for years, not only were we happy to help, but, we showed her how to change the filters herself, left her with a 6 month supply of a/c filters, and didn’t charge her a cent!  Just as she appreciated our reputation for honesty and integrity, we, in turn, appreciated her trust and loyalty.  We were simply happy to help make her home comfortable again.

 

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

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.

Clean AC Coils For Comfort

By on 07/06/2016 in Air Conditioner Maintenance

Clean AC Coils For Comfort

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

Fort Myers, Florida

 

After your air conditioner has been thoroughly cleaned by a licensed air conditioning contractor it will cool your home more effectively, filter your air more efficiently, while costing you less money. Your a/c unit won’t have to work so hard to push the air through it.  The end result is a healthier, more comfortable living environment for you and your family without your air conditioner having to work so long, and so hard to maintain it.

Clean ac coils allow your air conditioner to cool your home

optimally and cost effectively!

 

Dirty air conditioner coil 2015

dirty air conditioner coils

Cleaned air conditioner coil 2015

Same air conditioner coils after cleaning

 

We recommend servicing your air conditioner twice a year, however, once a year is usually sufficient to keep your coils clean.  That said, it is important to remember that even a small amount of blockage of airflow can have a significant affect on your equipment’s efficiency.

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 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

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.

We are here to help!
Call Anytime!
Community Cooling and Heating Inc.

For More Information Call
(239) 267-2117

 

 

 

 

Our service technicians are all experienced and field tested. Their training goes beyond simply knowing how to do the work in an expert fashion. We fully train our staff to respect our clients and their homes. We believe our technicians shouldbe personable, clean, neat and leave behind only a pleasant memory ofefficiency and of course a comfortable environment.

Air Conditioner Efficiency

By on 06/22/2016 in Air Conditioner Maintenance

Air Conditioner Efficiency

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

Fort Myers, Florida

 

Air conditioner efficiency is directly tied to “flow of air”

Your air conditioner, basically, breathes in warm, moist air, and breathes out cooler, dryer air. At it’s simplest … that is what air conditioners do. Any impediment to the flow of that air makes the air conditioner work harder and longer to achieve the same level of comfort. The combination of a dirty filter, dirty condensor coils, or even a dirty fan blade can make your equipment work harder, cost more to run, and break down more frequently.

Regular maintenance, especially before summer is important to keeping cooling costs as low as possible!

REALLY dirty air conditioner has probably cost the homeowner filter has probably cost the homeowner big bucks month after month on his utility bill!

REALLY dirty air conditioner filter!

 

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.

 

A well maintained air conditioner runs better, lasts longer, and saves you money!

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!

 

Community Cooling ... Fort Myers most trusted air conditioning contractor

When you need a/c service we send you a trained technician … not a salesman!

 

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

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.

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