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Getting The Most From Your Air Conditioning Unit

By on 10/15/2014 in Air Conditioner Repairs Ft Myers

Community Cooling and Heating

(239)267-2117

Air Conditioning Service Ft Myers

Florida air conditioning units work hard … REAL HARD!!!

Air conditioning units work longer and harder in in Fort Myers than most area’s of the world. The sub tropical heat and humidity make it necessary for them to work longer days and for a greater percentage of the year than is necessary in other regions. SW Florida’s typically high humidity creates a tremendous amount of moisture in our homes and businesses that needs to be removed to achieve optimum comfort. With this in mind it isn’t surprising that many air conditioning units can start becoming problematic after 6 or 7 years … or even fewer. On the other hand, however, some air conditioners will last for up to 20 years or even longer. With the cost of A/C equipment and installation being relatively high it is obviously in the consumers best interest to keep their equipment running as long and as efficiently as possible!

Fort Myers Air Conditioning service old ac

The only way to get maximum value from your air conditioner is

to maintain it regularly!

So why does one air conditioner become problematic after 6 years while the one next door keeps running and running, avoiding the need for replacement year after year? Many homeowners mistakenly place the blame on the specific manufacturer of the equipment … and this is largely inaccurate. HVAC equipment must be built to certain specifications and conform to industry standards. A manufacturer that didn’t comply to these standards would not last long in an industry as competitive as the HVAC industry. It could be said that the quality of workmanship that goes into installing the air conditioner in your home, office, or building has much to do with the overall longevity of the equipment. There are companies that take shortcuts to improve their overall profit margin, however, often times those shortcuts make themselves obvious even earlier than normal wear and tear and create problems within a year or two of installation. That being said improper installation can and will reduce the number of years of service you can expect from your equipment, but, falls short of being the number one factor in A/C longevity. The real secret to getting as many years as possible out of your air conditioning equipment is …

TO HAVE IT SERVICED REGULARLY BY A LICENSED AIR CONDITIONING CONTRACTOR!

An air conditioning contractor knows what to look for and can eliminate small problems and sources of trouble before they have a chance to escalate and slowly grind away at your a/c equipment. Little things like corrosion, an unbalanced fan motor, or low levels of coolant have the potential to diminish the life expectancy considerably! Additionally, through inspecting your equipment and making necessary corrections in a timely manner you can expect to experience the optimal amount of comfort while paying a minimal amount of money for the cost of the electricity to run your equipment.

Air Conditioning Service And Repair In Ft Myers Florida

COMMUNITY COOLING AND HEATING INC.

239-267-2117

FORT MYERS, FLORIDA

Your air conditioning unit will provide maximum comfort at minimum cost …

Call Community Cooling TODAY!

Serving Ft Myers since 1970

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The “Ugly Truth” About Air Conditioners

By on 10/08/2014 in Air Conditioning Information

Community Cooling and Heating

Fort Myers, Florida

239-267-2117

 

 

The “Ugly Truth” about air conditioners is …

they ain’t making them like they used to!

 

There are a lot of good things to say about today’s air conditioners. New science and technology have made many advances in the way today’s HVAC equipment runs and performs! The air conditioning unit of today …

Is more perfectly calibrated to the needs of your home.
Is more energy efficient, and costs less to run.
Uses a refrigerant that is less harmful to the environment.
Uses a digital thermostat instead of one that contains toxic mercury.
Is designed to leave a smaller “environmental footprint.”

These are all significant advances not only in the equipment itself, but, in our society’s approach to environmental issues as well. The problem is … for all of the technological advances … the equipment itself just doesn’t seem to last quite as long, and as trouble free, as the equipment that was being manufactured 30, 20, or even 10 years ago. Thirty years ago the typical American air conditioner was made right here in America, by Americans, with good American steel and components. That is not the case today! As an air conditioning contractor still active in the field today, I can tell you today’s air conditioner just isn’t as durable as those of yesteryear!

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!!!

 

 

It’s safe to say … the toughest, most durable air conditioner you’ll ever have

is sitting outside of your house right now!

I can’t say that “planned obsolescence”, poor quality of materials, faulty design, or country of origin is the reason for the lower level of maintenance free durability in today’s air conditioning equipment. I do however feel comfortable saying that you’re not likely to see a thirty year old piece of today’s equipment in use in the year 2044!

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

The good news is … with proper maintenance, and regular servicing, you can still get many years of service out of any air conditioner. Even the air conditioner from many years ago 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!

COMMUNITY COOLING AND HEATING INC
(239)267-2117
CALL TODAY FOR MORE INFO!

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Home Buyers Air Conditioner Inspection

By on 09/17/2014 in Air Conditioning Information

Community Cooling & Heating Inc.

Ft Myers, Florida

239-267-2117

Buying A Home? You Need A Licensed Air Conditioner Contractor To Inspect The A/C!

Most home buyers today understand the importance of having a home inspection performed before they begin to move forward with the purchase of a new home. In fact most banks and mortgage companies insist on it. What is surprising is that the most expensive piece of mechanical equipment on the property in most cases, the air conditioner, receives only a cursory glance at the outside of the equipment! A home inspector will look at the outside and note any obvious damage or problem, and he will check to see how cold the air is blowing from the vent, but they rarely, if ever, open the machine up to inspect the actual working parts of the equipment. This often leads to a new home owner purchasing, and moving into a new home that is facing the certain prospect of expensive a/c repairs in the near future, and the possibility of spending thousands on a whole system replacement.

Badly welded refrigerant line causes loss of freon, and could lead to major problems for the compressor

The home inspector said that the air-conditioning system is working just fine, but, since they do not open up the air conditioner they do not know what’s going on inside. If you’re buying a house it doesn’t pay to have a home inspector assess your air conditioning equipment. Call a Licensed, certified air conditioning contractor to take a good look inside because a home inspector really doesn’t know what to look for and does not open up the unit.

A Home Inspector never saw this badly burned wire … they don’t open up the component parts of the air conditioner, and likely wouldn’t know what to look for if they did.

Only a licensed, experienced air conditioning contractor can tell you the “real scoop” on the actual condition of your air conditioner!

Burned and discolored wires (which the home inspector never laid eyes on) are a sure sign of air conditioner trouble in the near future!

 

Found this during routine maintenance. Was just a matter of time before it failed. Even though the system was cooling fine. This is why when a customer says it’s cooling great it don’t mean it will last.

 

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!

(239) 267-2117

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Air Conditioning Contractor Ft Myers

By on 09/03/2014 in Air Conditioner Repairs Ft Myers

Community Cooling & Heating Inc.

Ft Myers, Florida

239-267-2117

 

“Community Cooling … a trusted member of the SW Florida community since 1970!”

 

Fort Myers air conditioning contractor Kurt Hartmann of Community Cooling and Heating Inc. has been a lifelong member of the SW Florida community.  Our service technicians are allexperienced and field tested. Their training goes beyond simply knowinghow to do the work in an expert fashion. We fully train our staff to respect our clients as well as their homes.

Kurt Hartmann, owner of Community Cooling,  takes great pride in their long standing reputation for fast, reliable, expert service. That reputation is the result of the business model his father, Paul Hartmann, put in place when he founded the company in 1970.

As a relatively small, family owned business we have a distinct advantage over our competitors …

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

Put the customers needs first, show them they can rely on you, and do the job right, and give them a level of service that they expect …

People want the job done right, the price to be fair, and the answers

they get to be honest answers!

In today’s world people want to make informed decisions about who they do business with, and feel good about the products and services they receive. Many air conditioning contractors in the SW Florida area have been in business less than 10 years!  Community Cooling has a 44 year reputation of doing it right the first time, and standing behind their work!

 

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

 

Community Cooling & Heating

Fort Myers, Florida

239-267-2117

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Air Conditioner Liquid Line Drier

By on 07/13/2014 in Air Conditioning Information

Air Conditioner Repairs In Ft Myers

239-267-2117

 

The liquid line drier is the first line of defense against damage to your air conditioner’s compressor!

 

An air conditioner’s liquid line drier is the first line of defense against moisture (water) getting into your air conditioners compressor and doing irreparable damage. Today most liquid line driers are what is known as solid-core zeolite desiccant filter-driers. In the past liquid line driers used compounds such as activated alumina, silica gel, calcium chloride, and calcium oxide as a dessicant, but these older versions of the driers had to be installed in a very specific way or they were subject to crumbling on the inside, allowing the dessicant to escape the line drier and add to the chemical cocktail technicians attempt to avoid in the first place.

 

Rusted liquid line dryer

Rusted Liquid Line Drier

 

 

An air conditioner is a  system of integrated parts, chemicals, materials, and components that work and interact with each other to manufacture a specified result. These interactions have enormous potential, when combined with the incessant changes between warm and cold environments, to change or modify the chemical nature of the elements as they move throughout the air conditioner.The HVAC system itself, is comprised of a …

 compressor

condenser,

metering device

evaporator

copper lines,

oil

refrigerant

as well as other electrical & mechanical components

 

Each of the components within the system contain of a number of metals such as the iron casting of the compressor, copper lines, steel condenser, aluminum evaporator, brass valves and fittings, and perhaps still other metals in smaller quantities.  Additionally, there are chemicals within these component parts capable of interacting independently to create new chemical compounds capable of damaging, and diminishing the equipment’s ability to perform it’s duties, and seriously impacting it’s life expectancy. Some of the elements found within a typical HVAC system would include … 

 

Hydrogen

Nitrogen

Oxygen

Moisture (water or other liquid)

Flux

Powder from the insulation

Shavings from component parts

 

. The moisture and oxygen are very active components that act as catalysts themselves, and interact independently with various metals within the structure of the equipment.These chemicals when mixed have the capacity to turn acidic, which can eat the varnish coatings of the electrical winding’s deep inside the compressor. The mechanics of a compressor are such that, while the compressor is an enclosed unit, the compounds being compressed to perform the cooling action actually run over the outside of the electrical and mechanical parts inside the compressor. Should those compounds turn acidic or caustic, the compressor will eventually fail and may even create a fire on the inside. The combination of chemicals, heat, and flame in an interior compressor fire has been known to create poisonous phosgene gas, otherwise known as mustard gas, which was used extensively in World War I and accounted for a high percentage of the deaths in that war.

 

Air conditioner repair best practices dictate that the liquid line dryer should be replaced any time one replaces the compressor, or any time the integrity of the coolant line is breached!

liquid line drier.

Brand new liquid line drier, ensuring safe, efficient compressor performance, and minimizing the risk of fire.

 

The best way to be certain your liquid line drier is operating effectively is to have your air conditioning equipment inspected yearly. Simple things like a spot of rust, or a small dent, or a bend in the line itself can compromise the integrity of a liquid line drier. Other times the desiccant on the inside can become clogged, restricting flow, and creating insufficient levels of coolant in the compressor. An experienced contractor will notice this by feeling the line dryer with his hands, if one side is warm … and the other side is noticeably cooler, that is a pretty good indication of a blocked passage within the line dryer itself.  When replacing a liquid line dryer one should never use heat to “un-solder”, or “un-braze” the dryer. And any time the compressor is changed, or the integrity of the coolant line is compromised, best practices would include replacing the dryer.

 

The best way to be certain your liquid line dryer is up to par is to have your air conditioner inspected annually by a licensed air conditioning contractor!

 

 WE CAN HELP YOU WITH THAT!!!

 

 

Kurt Hartmann of Community Cooling and Heating Inc.

Ft Myers most trusted A/C Contractor

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 super heat
Check temperature drop across evaporator
Clean indoor coil if visible
Check complete unit operation
Treat condensate line and pan

We give your equipment a thorough going over and make all necessary recommendations!

 

Call Today!

239-267-2117

 

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Uncommon Air Conditioner Problems

By on 07/09/2014 in Air Conditioner Repairs Ft Myers

Community Cooling

239-267-2117

 

Air conditioning contractors in Fort Myers Florida oftentimes encounter many of the same different types of air conditioner problems in their day-to-day servicing of residential and commercial HVAC equipment. From time to time however we do encounter something on the unusual side, something we don’t see very often.  On those rare days when we see something out of the ordinary and when we happen to think about it: we try to get a good picture.

 

Community Cooling & Heating Ft Myers Most Trusted Air Conditioner Repair Service

In the 43 years community cooling and heating has been servicing and repairing air conditioners in the Southwest Florida area we have encountered many strange types of a/c problems. Many times those problems have been caused by animals.

 

Snakes Rats

Dogs

Cats

Opossums

Raccoons

Even bats!

The slideshow below is a collection of some of the pictures we have accumulated over the years of these weird, oddball situations.  There have been many opportunities to take pictures of unusual problems when we simply didn’t have a camera with us.  These days, now that everyone seems to carry a cell phone with them everywhere they go, we are better able to take advantage of these rare opportunities.Hope you enjoy them!

Whether faced with a common or uncommon air conditioner problems Community Cooling is at your service to make that problem go away and restore comfort to your home.  With over 43 years experience under our belts there isn’t much we haven’t seen or done in the HVAC industry. We are at your service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, the whole year through. Just give us a call …

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”

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New 2015 HVAC Regulations Make NOW The Time To Act

By on 07/02/2014 in Air Conditioning Information

2015 HVAC regulations are likely to make air conditioner replacement more costly to the consumer!

2015 HVAC regulations changes are going to re-define the contractors and manufacturers do business. Beginning January 1, 2015 air conditioning contractors and manufacturers will face strict penalties if they fail to adhere to new federal guidelines pertaining to energy efficiency standards of the equipment they install. For the first time in history there will be regional minimum-efficiency standards in place. A/C contractors will be required to stay up to date on any and all changes in regulations as are pertinent to their designated geographical region (North, Southeast, or Southwest), as well as how, when, and to what extent those new standards will be implemented.

When replacing old a/c equipment BOTH the indoor and outdoor units must have a combined SEER rating that falls within specified limits.

Fort Myers Air Conditioning service old ac

 Old air conditioner that is no longer cost effective to repair.

As an example … when installing a 14 SEER outdoor air conditioning unit the contractor must double check to ensure that the air handler, blower, and coil combinations on the inside do not diminish the overall efficiency of the system as a whole. All of the component parts in the entire system, inside and out, must have an aggregate SEER (seasonal energy efficiency rating) that is in line with federal standards. What this means to the consumer is …

… beginning January, 2015 HVAC  regulations will require that when one of the two main

air conditioner units (inside or outside) fails, beyond reasonable repair,

the home owner may well have to replace both the inside and the outside units …

… even if one is still functioning well!

The good news is the home owners electric bill should drop significantly … and it will contribute greatly toward making for a “greener” planet.

The bad news is … the cost of replacing your air conditioner is bound to go up!

High efficiency air conditioning equipment typically costs more.  better, more expensive materials and components, constructed under greater scrutiny and conforming to specific tolerances simply cost more! A homeowner with an outdoor unit that is relatively new, and inside unit that is older, or vice versa, might well consider the option of replacing the older piece of equipment before the 2015 HVAC regulations are in place. If the available equipment that is available next year is not compatible with the newer equipment he bought just a few years ago … he may be forced to replace that newer piece even if it still works perfectly!

“Higher efficiency, lower emissions, better technology,and new refrigerants are the future of the air conditioning industry, and that’s a good thing. That said … the time to act is now if you want to keep replacement costs to a minimum!”

Kurt Hartmann,

Community Cooling and Heating Inc.

239-267-2117

 

Ft Myers AC service Kurt Hartmann

 Kurt Hartmann, Owner/President Community Cooling and Heating

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Air Conditioner Maintenance, Repair Slideshow

By on 06/17/2014 in Air Conditioner Repairs Ft Myers

Air Conditioner Repairs, Ft Myers, Florida

239-267-2117

 

Proper air conditioner maintenance is the key factor in

keeping overall a/c costs down

Often, in the course of repairing and maintaining air conditioners in Fort Myers, we encounter situations and scenario’s that need to be brought to the home owners attention.  Many times the air conditioner equipment we are servicing is on a roof top, or in an attic, or the home owner is unable to get to the equipment easily.  In order to be able to fully explain the precise nature of the problem, and the options available to fix it, it has been our policy to photograph these components, or the problems affecting them with our digital cameras, and use those images to explain the situation.  As a result we are often able to share these photo’s here and give interested parties an inside view the day to day challenges we face, and a greater understanding of the myriad of potential problems a typical a/c system may face.

 

 

Far too often the only way one can determine if a problem actually exists is to open up the air handler and package unit.  Without a thorough inspection by a knowledgeable contractor there are a myriad of potential hazards to the well being and efficiency of your expensive air conditioning equipment.

 

The cost of maintaining your air conditioner is far cheaper

than the cost of replacing it!

 

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!!!

For more information on how air conditioner maintenance helps you get the most use from your a/c equipment … Call Today!

Community Cooling and Heating

239-267-2117

 

 

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Air Conditioning Contractor Ft Myers

By on 04/22/2014 in Air Conditioning Information
Community Cooling and Heating Inc.
239-267-2117

 

Community Cooling & Heating has been servicing the Ft Myers area, as an air conditioning contractor, for over 40 years (since 1970) and has built a reputation for dependability, knowledge, and excellent customer service.  Their service technicians are all certified, experienced, and field tested. Their training goes beyond simply knowing how to do the work in an expertly 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 and of course a comfortable environment.  They go out of their way to make sure they find a solution that is in their clients best interest … if it is more cost effective to repair an a/c unit than to replace it they are all for it … too many local contractors are focused on replacing your air conditioner because that is what makes the contractor the most money!  Community Cooling considers all factors …

INCLUDING YOUR BUDGET!

When you call for help they send you a service technician and NOT a salesperson!  Their techs will tell you the facts and let you decide which path you want to take.  Their motto is …

“We won’t send you a wolf in sheep’s clothing just an honest professional”

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
For More Information Call
(239) 267-2117
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A/C Services Ft Myers

By on 04/02/2014 in Air Conditioner Repairs Ft Myers

Air Conditioner services, repairs, and installation

Fort Myers, Florida

Community Cooling and Heating
239-267-2117

 

The earlier an air conditioner problem is discovered … the less opportunity there is for the problem to worsen, or affect other components in the system!

 

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

Burned wires and connections on air conditioner compressor

Ft Myers Air Conditioner Services

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

In the course of repairing and servicing air conditioners throughout the SW Florida area we often find ourselves in a position to obtain pictures of problems and situations that can adversely affect the performance, longevity, and overall cost to run and maintain residential and commercial HVAC equipment.  More often than not the earlier a problem is discovered the greater the chance of minimizing that problems impact on your a/c system.

 

 

We want our clients to be fully informed, understand their options, and feel comfortable about the work we do on their behalf!

As air conditioners are often located in difficult to access places we have made it a regular practice to take pictures or videos of malfunctioning or damaged equipment in order for our customers to fully understand the nature of the problem, as well as the best way to fix it.  We take great pride in providing the highest level of service possible to our clients, and want them to be fully informed, understand their options, and feel comfortable about the work we do on their behalf.  Our ability to share these pictures with them has made that job much simpler!

 

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 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!

 

HAVE A PROBLEM?

OR 

SIMPLY HAVE A QUESTION!

FEEL FREE TO GIVE US A CALL!

Community Cooling and Heating Inc.

(239) 267-2117

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