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Air Conditioning Tip of The Month

Eric Miller — Sun, 30 May 2010 04:32:48 +0000

Miller Plumbing Heating Cooling corrects thousands of air conditioner and heat pump problems each year. One of the most common problems is no cooling and ice that forms and blocks your systems air flow.

Moving the correct amount of air is nessary to heat or cool your home properly. One easy thing to check is your filter. Clogged filters will cause your A/C to freeze up causing excessive condensation or ice to build up on the cooper line kit or indoor coil or outdoor compressor.

The blower fan speed is important and should be set to match the size of your cooling equipment. Low fan speed can cause a low suction pressure and freezing , high or excessive fan speed will use more electricity be noisy and not allow the air to be cold enough to cool properly.

Duct work that is under sized can cause problems that mirror clogged filters and incorrect fan speeds. Your duct work should be sized to move enough air to accommodate your equipment needs.

Ducts that bang or pop indicate filter fan speed or sizing problems. Clogged cooling coils will cause freezing, coils can be visually inspected to see if they need serviced.

Systems that freeze up can also have restricted piston , txv or metering devices. But the number one cause for ice freezing and poor cooling is low refrigerant charge.

leaks some where in the system allow refrigerant to leak out suction pressure below 60 psi will let your system ice up.

Leak testing with nitrogen and recharging with digital charging tools sooner than later will save you aggravation and money.

Miller Plumbing Heating Cooling

3131 Library Rd

Pittsburgh PA 15234

412-848-5353

A/C tune ups save energy repair costs

Eric Miller — Tue, 11 May 2010 15:42:23 +0000

Miller plumbing Heating and Cooling are experts at servicing and maintaining you air conditioner and heat pump. After the heavy snow, falling ice and gutters that were so prevalent this winter, we recommend to visually inspect the outside unit for physical damage. The cooper pipes coming out of your house and connecting to the air conditioner or heat pump are easily damaged of dented.

Many things effect the efficiency of your system. When Miller Plumbing Heating Cooling comes to your home we check your air filter, thermostat, updating the thermostat will save money and increase comfort if is not a digital thermostat. We check the condensate drains, wiring, duct work, motor and any belts if it is a old style furnace.

The electrical panel is looked at to make sure the breakers are the correct size for the equipment. Incorrect breakers can be a potential safety problem. Outside it is important your air conditioner or heat pump is level. we inspect the condenser coil to make sure it is clean. Dirty coils increase noise amperage draw and lower effective cooling the unit will provide. There should be a electrical disconnect box outside firmly attached to provide for service.

One often overlooked item is excessive debris inside your unit and heavy vegetation that limits air flow and accessibility around the unit.After the freon charge is checked and a through run test is done along with a amperage draw your system will be ready for hot weather and small issues will not cause big problems later.

Miller Plumbing Heating Cooling

3131 Library Rd

Pittsburgh PA 15234

412-848-3253

www.millerplumbingheatingcooling.com

Trane Gas Furnace With Add on Heat Pump (Dual Fuel)

Eric Miller — Sat, 16 Jan 2010 22:09:59 +0000

Miller Plumbing Heating Cooling specializes in add on or (dual fuel) heat pumps. When you are ready to replace your straight air conditioner or furnace there are many more reasons to buy a heat pump instead of a straight air conditioner besides energy savings. Everyone with a builder grade system or a system 15 years or older first off should take advantage of the 30% tax credit that ends this year.

A heat pump can be added to a new or existing furnace. Heat pumps heat your home in the winter and provide a backup source of heat if the gas service goes out or if your furnace needs serviced. This will save your pipes from freezing and you from vacating your home until your furnace is working again. Also because a heat pump will run longer than the shorter cycles of a furnace the temperature in the structure is more even and your filter gets more time to do its job.

If sized properly your furnace should maintain 70 degrees on a zero degree day, in Pittsburgh this happens only 2-5 percent of the heating season which means your furnace is over sized 95-98 percent of the year. Over sized furnaces cause short heating cycles, temperature stratification and the gas furnace hotter air drys out the air and removes humidity that makes your home more comfortable in winter months.

Heat pumps usually last longer than regular A/C units. Most compressors fail the start of each cooling season after sitting all winter. Running the compressor keeps the compressor lubricated. You would not expect your car to sit half the year unused and expect it to run or last longer, dead batteries rusted rotors and other problems would surely be expected.

Having a heat pump www.millerplumbingheatingcooling.com/heatpumps.htm lets you choose your utility of choice. Also your local utility company may provide rebates or lower rates for heat pump customers. Why deny yourself the benefits of change, the more we install heat pumps and get the positive feed back from our many customers the more we try to help other customers benefit.

Miller Plumbing Heating Cooling

3131 Library Rd

Pittsburgh PA 15234

412-848-3253

A/C Tune Ups (Save Money Increase Comfort) Pittsburgh Pa

Eric Miller — Sat, 30 May 2009 22:50:15 +0000

Checking your air conditioner or heat pump every year is a industry standard for a reason. Many times a small problem left unchecked can cause a major expense. Low refrigerant levels can cause a system to freeze up use large amounts of electricity and cause poor comfort levels.

Checking the filter checking and adjusting the freon charge cleaning the a-coil and condenser coil adjusting fan speeds and making sure new style thermostats are configured properly are just a few of the things that are needed to make your system perform at maximum efficiency.

Miller Plumbing Heating Cooling LLC Pittsburgh Pa 15234 412-848-3253 www.callmiller.net

Aprilaire Humidifer with heatpump Pittsburgh Pa Allegheny County

Eric Miller — Thu, 07 May 2009 03:03:56 +0000

The correct humidity level in your home is very important. Installing a heat pump instead of a air conditioner with your gas furnace is very efficient. Having a Aprilaire power humidifier with your heat pump is pure comfort.

Installing a humidifier is a great way to save energy. Proper humidity makes your home feel warmer. Every one degree you can lower your thermostat saves 4% on your heating bill. Adding a humidifier wired correctly to work properly with your heat pump or dual fuel system is Miller Plumbing Heating Cooling speciality.

Aprilaire uses a outdoor sensor to help adjust the humidity level automatically. Digital display shows humidity level and lets you know when service is needed.

Miller Plumbing Heating Cooling LLC Pittsburgh Pa 15234 412-848-3253 www.callmiller.net

Air Conditioning/ Heat Pump Replacement Pittsburgh Pa Allegheny County

Eric Miller — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 23:59:21 +0000

Replacing you old air conditioning or heat pump with a new unit can be a smart move for many reasons. Miller plumbing Heating Cooling recommends you consider a few things when replacing your air conditioner or heat pump.

Location, a unit next to your deck can be loud and unpleasant consider moving the unit to the side of your home if possible. Sizing, if a unit short cycles or run non stop it may be a sign that it is not the correct size,this can also happen because of additions that have been added on.

Also R-22 freon will no longer be in equipment manufactured in 2010. R-410a freon it’s replacement is much safer for the environment. Miller Plumbing Heating Cooling uses TRANE equipment. We have financing, great parts and labor warrantys and same day service on most brands of equipment.

Miller Plumbing Heating Cooling LLC Pittsburgh Pa 15234 412-848-3253 www.callmiller.net

Improve indoor air quality (Free) UV Light Pittsburgh Pa Allegheny County

Eric Miller — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 04:34:42 +0000

Indoor air quality is a major cause of poor health. Your home environment effects your health and well being. One way to improve air quality is to kill air borne bacteria that can lead to household illnesses.

Purchase any TRANE furnace, air conditioner or heat pump XR series and above and Miller Plumbing Heating Cooling will install a 120 volt uvaire uv light FREE of charge into your duct system. Coupon must be presented at time of sale only, not valid with any other offer.

Miller Plumbing Heating Cooling LLC Pittsburgh Pa 15234 412-848-3253 www.callmiller.net

A/C tune up time is here Pittsburgh PA

Eric Miller — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 18:38:03 +0000

Before your air conditioner or heat pump is turned on for the upcoming cooling season it should be checked. Many problems that can cause a large expense or repair start off as a small problem. Checking the operation of your unit is Miller Plumbing Heating Cooling speciality.

The thermostat is checked indoor fan and filters, line set and A-coil, condensate drain, control and line voltage wiring, freon charge and any pressure safety controls. The condenser coil and A coil should be cleaned if necessary and a amperage draw called running load amps should be checked.

The unit should be level and should start easily when turned on and run smoothly. Checking the unit will lower your utility bill and extend the life of your cooling system.

Miller Plumbing Heating Cooling LLC Pittsburgh PA 15234 412-848-3253 www.callmiller.net

energystar.gov (Check out the great tax savings on new energy efficient HVAC and water heating equipment) Pittsburgh PA

Eric Miller — Sat, 14 Mar 2009 02:45:50 +0000

Miller plumbing Heating Cooling goal is always to give our customers the best service and value. We have wrote about tax credits before but they are to good to pass up this year. If you are thinking about updating your furnace boiler water heater air conditioner or heat pump why wait.

Please check out energystar.gov. There are tax incentives of up to 30% of the cost of the replacement up to 1500.00 on most of the equipment listed above. This saving lets you buy top of the line equipment for costs much closer to standard replacement equipment.

Miller Plumbing Heating Cooling LLC Pittsburgh PA 15234 412-843-3253 www.callmiller.net

Take advantage of energy tax credits before there gone (Pittsburgh PA)

Eric Miller — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 04:57:38 +0000

If you are considering replacing or updating your furnace, water heater, air conditioner or heat pump in the near future sooner may be more cost effective than later. Why not take advantage of tax credits that the government brought back that end December 31, 2009.

Installing high efficiency products will pay for themselves by cutting not only your taxes but also your gas and electric bill. You also get peace of mind because your new water heater and hvac equipment has a great parts and labor warranty.

Miller Plumbing Heating Cooling LLC Pittsburgh PA 15234 412-848-3253 www.callmiller.net