Q: What does HVAC stand for?
A: Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning.
Q. What regular maintenance do heating and air conditioning systems
need?
A: The most important part of HVAC maintenance aspect is maintaining unrestricted air flows. Dust, dirt, and debris are an HVAC system’s worst enemies. Whether it’s an indoor or outdoor unit, you must keep all filters clean and heat exchangers and coils free of restrictions. We recommend that your heating and cooling system be checked and serviced twice a year; ideally a spring and autumn tune-up. Also we recommend that you change your filter regularly, depending on the type of filter you have. This alone can eliminate many of the most common problems that need fixing and can significantly reduce the likelihood of a serious breakdown. A Preventative Maintenance Agreement is your assurance that these maintenance needs are met regularly and that any potential problems are promptly identified.
Q: How long does a typical furnace and air conditioner last?
A: On average, a furnace or air conditioner will last 10 - 20 years. Sometimes it pays to replace the old system sooner because of the higher efficiency (lower gas and electric bills) provided by newer equipment. Life expectancies can vary greatly. The major factors influencing life expectancy are proper installation and regular maintenance. Maintenance is a must to maximize efficiency and protect your investment.
Q: I need to replace my air conditioner, but my furnace works
just fine. Is it true they need to be replaced at the same time?
A: Think of your air conditioner and furnace as part of a total system. That system will work better, longer and more efficiently if all of its components are matched in capacity and efficiency. By the same token, a mismatched system—one that mixes old technology with new—could decrease system performance and overall comfort. For example, your new air conditioner will be capable of reaching a certain SEER efficiency rating. Because SEER is determined by a complete system combination, if your existing furnace and indoor coil are older or don't match in efficiency and capacity, you might not get the efficiency level you paid for or be able to receive accurate information on what your rating actually is. Plus, an older indoor coil may even be dirty and clogged with particles, meaning more energy will be required to push air through the system.
Q: Why are rating numbers important?
A: Rating numbers indicate the efficiency of heating and air conditioning equipment and are directly related to the amount of energy a specific model uses. The higher the rating, the more efficient the product, and the lower your heating and cooling bills can be. The federal government establishes rating guidelines and sets minimum efficiency levels. For cooling, the rating is SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio). For heat pumps, the rating is HSPF (Heating Seasonal Performance Factor). Gas furnaces are rated with AFUE (Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency).
Q: I thought pollution was outside. Why should I be worried about
my indoor air?
A: We spend about 90 percent of our time every day indoors. Today's efficient, airtight homes are excellent at conserving energy, but that also makes them better at trapping potentially irritating particles inside the home. With the rising number of people who suffer from allergies and asthma, indoor air quality has become more and more important to our general health and well-being.
Q: My children have allergies. Is there a way to improve the
quality of air inside my home?
A: For people who suffer from allergies, American Standard Heating & Air Conditioning recommends the AccuClean™ Whole-Home Air Filtration System. It can clean up to an astonishing 99.98 percent of allergens from the filtered air that your family breathes. With AccuClean™, the majority of irritating particles, like dust, pollen, pet hair and dander, dust mites, mildew, lint, fungus, most tobacco smoke, cooking grease, and even bacteria, will be removed from the filtered air. In fact, AccuClean™ removes 100 times more allergens than the standard 1 inch throwaway filters that come with most systems.
Q: How do I know what size system I need for my home?
A: One of the first things an American Standard Heating & Air Conditioning dealer will do is conduct a complete energy analysis of your home. By measuring windows and checking insulation, ductwork and building materials, and reviewing a variety of other factors, he can determine the right size system and equipment for your home. He'll even ask you questions about your existing comfort challenges, and make recommendations.
Q: How much will my new home comfort system cost?
A: That depends. There are many factors that must be considered. These
include:
- The efficiency of the equipment
- The size of your home
- Is the ductwork installed and in good condition?
- Do you need a thermostat or electronic air cleaner?
In most cases, replacing your whole system, including both indoor and outdoor components, will result in a more efficient, longer-lasting system but will also cost a little more. As a manufacturer of an installed product, we do not establish retail pricing. We sell our products to regional distributors who sell them to local independent American Standard Heating & Air Conditioning dealers, who then install them as complete system to meet the specific comfort needs of homeowners like you.
Q. Why do I have to pay a cancellation fee for cancelling a job?
A: By signing a Proposal made for you By Ron's Heating & Air Conditioning, LLC you are agreeing to have the job completed by Ron's Heating & Air Conditioning, LLC. If you decide to back out of proposal you are required to pay a 25% canecllation fee for the job proposed to you.
A: Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning.
Q. What regular maintenance do heating and air conditioning systems
need?
A: The most important part of HVAC maintenance aspect is maintaining unrestricted air flows. Dust, dirt, and debris are an HVAC system’s worst enemies. Whether it’s an indoor or outdoor unit, you must keep all filters clean and heat exchangers and coils free of restrictions. We recommend that your heating and cooling system be checked and serviced twice a year; ideally a spring and autumn tune-up. Also we recommend that you change your filter regularly, depending on the type of filter you have. This alone can eliminate many of the most common problems that need fixing and can significantly reduce the likelihood of a serious breakdown. A Preventative Maintenance Agreement is your assurance that these maintenance needs are met regularly and that any potential problems are promptly identified.
Q: How long does a typical furnace and air conditioner last?
A: On average, a furnace or air conditioner will last 10 - 20 years. Sometimes it pays to replace the old system sooner because of the higher efficiency (lower gas and electric bills) provided by newer equipment. Life expectancies can vary greatly. The major factors influencing life expectancy are proper installation and regular maintenance. Maintenance is a must to maximize efficiency and protect your investment.
Q: I need to replace my air conditioner, but my furnace works
just fine. Is it true they need to be replaced at the same time?
A: Think of your air conditioner and furnace as part of a total system. That system will work better, longer and more efficiently if all of its components are matched in capacity and efficiency. By the same token, a mismatched system—one that mixes old technology with new—could decrease system performance and overall comfort. For example, your new air conditioner will be capable of reaching a certain SEER efficiency rating. Because SEER is determined by a complete system combination, if your existing furnace and indoor coil are older or don't match in efficiency and capacity, you might not get the efficiency level you paid for or be able to receive accurate information on what your rating actually is. Plus, an older indoor coil may even be dirty and clogged with particles, meaning more energy will be required to push air through the system.
Q: Why are rating numbers important?
A: Rating numbers indicate the efficiency of heating and air conditioning equipment and are directly related to the amount of energy a specific model uses. The higher the rating, the more efficient the product, and the lower your heating and cooling bills can be. The federal government establishes rating guidelines and sets minimum efficiency levels. For cooling, the rating is SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio). For heat pumps, the rating is HSPF (Heating Seasonal Performance Factor). Gas furnaces are rated with AFUE (Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency).
Q: I thought pollution was outside. Why should I be worried about
my indoor air?
A: We spend about 90 percent of our time every day indoors. Today's efficient, airtight homes are excellent at conserving energy, but that also makes them better at trapping potentially irritating particles inside the home. With the rising number of people who suffer from allergies and asthma, indoor air quality has become more and more important to our general health and well-being.
Q: My children have allergies. Is there a way to improve the
quality of air inside my home?
A: For people who suffer from allergies, American Standard Heating & Air Conditioning recommends the AccuClean™ Whole-Home Air Filtration System. It can clean up to an astonishing 99.98 percent of allergens from the filtered air that your family breathes. With AccuClean™, the majority of irritating particles, like dust, pollen, pet hair and dander, dust mites, mildew, lint, fungus, most tobacco smoke, cooking grease, and even bacteria, will be removed from the filtered air. In fact, AccuClean™ removes 100 times more allergens than the standard 1 inch throwaway filters that come with most systems.
Q: How do I know what size system I need for my home?
A: One of the first things an American Standard Heating & Air Conditioning dealer will do is conduct a complete energy analysis of your home. By measuring windows and checking insulation, ductwork and building materials, and reviewing a variety of other factors, he can determine the right size system and equipment for your home. He'll even ask you questions about your existing comfort challenges, and make recommendations.
Q: How much will my new home comfort system cost?
A: That depends. There are many factors that must be considered. These
include:
- The efficiency of the equipment
- The size of your home
- Is the ductwork installed and in good condition?
- Do you need a thermostat or electronic air cleaner?
In most cases, replacing your whole system, including both indoor and outdoor components, will result in a more efficient, longer-lasting system but will also cost a little more. As a manufacturer of an installed product, we do not establish retail pricing. We sell our products to regional distributors who sell them to local independent American Standard Heating & Air Conditioning dealers, who then install them as complete system to meet the specific comfort needs of homeowners like you.
Q. Why do I have to pay a cancellation fee for cancelling a job?
A: By signing a Proposal made for you By Ron's Heating & Air Conditioning, LLC you are agreeing to have the job completed by Ron's Heating & Air Conditioning, LLC. If you decide to back out of proposal you are required to pay a 25% canecllation fee for the job proposed to you.
