Ocean Air Conditioning & Heating Co. • 27665 Forbes Rd., Unit #5, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677 • PH: 949.582.0700 • FAX: 949.582.0703 • E-mail
COMMUNITIES WE SERVICE
Aliso Viejo 92656, Anaheim 92807 926808 926804 92806, Capistrano Beach 92624, Corona del Mar 92625, Costa Mesa 92626 92627, Coto de Caza 92679 92678 92363, Dana Point 92629, Dove Canyon 92679, Foothill Ranch 92610, Fullerton 92832 92835 92833 92831 92834, Garden Grove 92841 92845, Huntington Beach 92646 92647 92648 92649, Irvine 92604 92612 92606 92618 92620 92604 92614 92602 92603 92617 92715 92612 92615, Ladera Ranch 92694, Laguna Beach 92651 92652, Laguna Hills 92653, Laguna Niguel 92677, Laguna Woods 92637, Lake Forest 92630, Mission Viejo 92691 92692, Monarch Beach 92629, Newport Beach 92662 92660 92663 92658 92661, Newport Coast 92657, Orange 92664 92869 92866 92613 92867, Placentia 92870, Portola Hills 92679, Rancho Santa Margarita 92688, San Clemente 92672 92673 92674, San Juan Capistrano 92675, Santa Ana 92705 92706 92707 92704, Silverado 92676, South Laguna 92677 92651, Trabuco Canyon 92679, Tustin 92780, Tustin Ranch 92782, Villa Park 92667 62981 92861, Westminister 92683, Yorba Linda 92887 92886
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Q: Why should I consider replacing my heating or air conditioning system?
A: There are a number of factors to consider when determining whether to repair or replace an existing system. Depending on the type and age of the unit you currently have installed you may be able to save a significant amount of money by replacing it with a newer, more energy efficient unit.
Systems manufactured as recently as eight to ten years ago are up to 60% less energy efficient than systems on the market today. That means that, in many cases, a new unit can pay for itself in lower energy costs in a very short time.
If you are facing a large repair on an older system it might be a good time to replace the unit instead of simply buying a few more years on a system that will eventually need replacing. If financing a new unit, the monthly energy savings can usually offset a majority of the cost of a new system.
Q: How expensive are new Heating and Air Conditioning units?
A: The answer depends on a number of factors including the size of your home or office, the condition and configuration of the ductwork the energy source for your units and many others. The experienced professionals at Ocean Air Conditioning & Heating Co can help you choose the system that best suits your needs. Through determining the physical requirements of your home or office along with your preferences and desires we can help you choose a unit that will match your needs and control recurring costs.
Q: How long should my new heating and air conditioning unit last?
A: Manufacturers provide different guidelines for the life expectancy of their various heating and air conditioning units. In general, under normal operating conditions and provided that routine maintenance is conducted in accordance with manufacturers’ guidelines you can expect your new unit to deliver dependable service for 25 to 37 years.
Q: What types of preventative maintenance I can do myself?
A: There are a number of things that you can do yourself to ensure the optimal operation and efficiency of your heating and cooling system. Here are a few:
- The air filter in your furnace or fan coil should be inspected every 3 to 4 months. A dirty filter will cause your furnace, air conditioner or heat pump to work harder than necessary and will decrease the effectiveness and increase energy consumption.
- If your indoor coil is accessible you should clean the top and underside using a vacuum cleaner equipped with a soft brush attachment. Make sure the coil is dry before cleaning for maximum effectiveness. If the coil is not completely accessible you may need to call a professional to perform the cleaning.
- Keep your outdoor condensing unit free of dirt and debris. You should also check the base pan under the unit to ensure that grass clippings, leaves and other material has not collected to ensure the unit drains properly.
- Make sure your outdoor unit is level. Units may become unlevel due to shifts in the ground beneath the unit resulting in incomplete draining.
- Annual inspections of your heating unit are advised. If dirt, soot or rust are detected in the unit’s combustion or vent system call a professional to diagnose and repair any problems to ensure the safe and efficient operation of your unit.
- Humidifiers should be cleaned at the beginning of every heating season. You should consult your owners’ manual for complete instructions on cleaning in the interior and exterior components. The evaporator pad should be replaced annually. If the water in your area is high in mineral content you should consider employing a water softening unit or clean your humidifier more frequently.
Call Ocean Air Conditioning & Heating Co. at (949) 582-0700 to schedule a complete, professional inspection of all your heating and air conditioning equipment today.
