Maximize Your Cooling Efficiency: How to Prepare Your Air Conditioner for Summer Heat

June 2, 2025

Summer in Dexter brings the kind of heat that can quickly overwhelm an unprepared air conditioner. If you want your system to run efficiently and keep your home comfortable, it’s worth taking a few proactive steps before the hottest days arrive. Replace or Clean Your Air Filter One of the simplest things you can do is check your air filter. A dirty filter restricts airflow, making your system work harder than it needs to. That means higher energy bills and uneven cooling. We recommend checking your filter monthly and replacing or cleaning it as needed to keep air moving freely....

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Will Your Home Warranty Cover Your HVAC Repairs?

September 13, 2022

One of the best ways to protect the appliances and systems in your Dexter, Missouri, home is by purchasing a comprehensive home warranty. Frequently referred to as a home service agreement, this plan will pay to repair or replace costly home appliances and major home systems as they succumb to normal wear. If you currently have one of these agreements or if you’re poised to buy one, you may be wondering if it will cover your HVAC equipment. HVAC Systems Aren’t Covered By Appliance-Only Warranties Heaters and air conditioners are commonly referred to as major home appliances. However, in home...

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What Are HVAC Dampers and Why Are They Important?

June 14, 2022

Most homeowners have equipped their houses with an HVAC system. Nevertheless, not all homeowners know the parts that make up their HVAC system. Dampers are crucial HVAC components that play a significant role in regulating the temperature around your home. Keep reading to learn more about dampers, how they work, and their importance. What Is an HVAC Damper? An HVAC damper is a component in your heating and cooling system that controls the system’s airflow. In addition, a damper also helps in controlling the temperature in a room. You will find dampers between the supply duct and the main trunk...

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Ductless Air Conditioners and How They Work

April 14, 2022

Unlike a furnace or air conditioner, a ductless air conditioner doesn’t need ductwork to deliver hot or cold air to your home. This makes them ideal for homes that don’t have ductwork. They’re also perfect if you’ve built an addition to your home. But how do they work? Outdoor Unit A ductless air conditioner has an outdoor unit that looks very similar to a traditional air conditioner. Its job is to release hot air from your home in the summer and to pump warm air into your home in the winter. Indoor Unit An indoor unit is installed in a...

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How Financing Can Help You Upgrade Your AC

August 1, 2020

An old, aged air conditioning system might not be delivering the desired temperature benefits in the home. Those benefits may not entirely be about comfort. A cool home can be a safer one when the temperature skyrockets. Homeowners may wonder, however, about how to pay for AC upgrades. Financing deals might provide a reliable solution. Moving Without Delays Financing provides a means for covering the costs associated with buying a new air conditioning system. HVAC deals might not be too expensive, but paying cash proves impossible for many homeowners. Financing allows someone to pay a set amount of money per...

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Is It Time to Upgrade to a New Air Conditioner?

August 5, 2019

Updated July 30th, 2024 has been handling the summer cooling needs of the Dexter area since 1974. We know how much you depend on your air conditioner to make it through the hot Missouri summers. We also know that your air conditioner is a serious investment in your home. You want the unit to last as long as possible, but every air conditioner will need to be replaced eventually. There are a number of signs that you might need a new air conditioner. How Efficient Is It? When you first install an air conditioner, it will run at peak performance....

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