Washington, DC Air Conditioning & Heating Blog | Polar Bear Air Conditioning

What Are the Benefits of Using a Whole-House Humidifier?

August 15th, 2016

You’ve probably heard the claims that humidity is responsible for discomfort in the summer, and not the heat itself. While certainly an over-simplification of the scenario, there is some truth to this. If your home is too humid, it is going to be tough to live in it comfortably.

Don’t let this give humidity a bad reputation in your opinion, though, because the fact of the matter is that a very dry home is no better than a very humid one. If you home is lacking in the humidity department, you are wise to consider the use of a whole-house humidifier.

Is This Your Air Conditioner’s Final Season? A Heat Pump May Be the Next Step

August 9th, 2016

Is your air conditioner limping along on its way out of the summer season this year? Has it proven unreliable of ineffective? Are you sick of sinking money into a system that just can’t hack it anymore? If so, it sounds like you may be ready for an AC replacement at the close of this cooling season.

If this is the case, think twice before replacing your air conditioner with an identical or very similar system. You may find that, upon review, the heat pump is the right system for your needs and personal preferences. If so, you can count on us to install and service your heat pump in Washington, D.C. properly.

Are You Concerned About Hot Air Blowing from Your AC?

August 8th, 2016

Well, good, because you should be. This is one AC problem that obviously cannot be ignored, as the sole function of your air conditioner is to cool your home. There are a few different reasons as to why your air conditioner may be distributing hot air throughout your home. They are not equally serious, and some you can resolve on your own. Read on to learn more, and remember to call our number if you suspect the need for air conditioning repairs in Arlington, VA.

How Do I Add Refrigerant to My Air Conditioner?

August 1st, 2016

Trick question—you don’t! When functioning properly, your air conditioner is not ever going to have a low refrigerant level. Why? Because refrigerant is not a fuel, and at no point in the cooling process is it consumed. It exists in a closed loop system, and is intended to be recycled over and over again.

If you have low refrigerant in your air conditioner, something is wrong. Perhaps your technician—though certainly not one of ours—improperly charged the system to begin with. Otherwise, you have a refrigerant leak. Either way, running your air conditioner with insufficient refrigerant is a recipe for trouble.

Should I Be Concerned about a Noisy Operation from My Air Conditioning System?

July 25th, 2016

Great as it may be to have an air conditioning system capable of operating completely silently, this really just is not the reality of the situation. Your air conditioner is going to make some amount of noise as it works away to cool your home during the hottest time of the year. Have you ever wondered, though, just how much noise is too much noise?

As a general rule, schedule prompt air conditioning services whenever you notice that there is something unusual going on with your system. If your air conditioner is making loud or unfamiliar sounds while operating, we recommend that you contact us to schedule AC services in Washington, D.C. immediately. That way, we can resolve any existing or developing problems before serious damage is done to your system.

What Does Our Maintenance Program Offer?

July 18th, 2016

Last week, we wrote about some of the benefits that you will enjoy as a direct result of scheduling routine AC maintenance with our exceptional staff. Did that leave you wondering just how a single service can truly be so beneficial? If so, read on to learn more about what our maintenance plan actually entails.

We not only offer meticulous air conditioning maintenance in Washington, D.C., but comprehensive heating maintenance, as well. If you are serious about living in the greatest comfort possible, at minimal expense to yourself, you need only call our number and schedule service. We will help you to get the most from your HVAC systems.

3 Benefits of a Professional AC Tune-Up

July 11th, 2016

You’ve no doubt heard it said before, but there is nothing better that you can do for your air conditioning system than scheduling routine air conditioning maintenance for it. Routine air conditioning maintenance is not something that you can handle on your own, though. It is likely a lot more involved and complicated a process than you even realize.

That is precisely why you must schedule your air conditioning tune-up in Georgetown with trained professionals that you can trust. Our technicians are more than qualified to get your air conditioner in the best working condition possible. Give us a call, and cool your home with confidence this summer season.

Is It Really Worth Upgrading My Thermostat?

July 11th, 2016

For the most part, you probably are not going to have much direct interaction with the bulk of your heating and cooling system. Sure, you should definitely be changing your air filter regularly, but aside from that, you don’t really see much of the system, let alone interact with it. A major exception to this rule, of course, is your thermostat.

It is with your thermostat, after all, that you control your HVAC system at large. Without it, you’d have no say in how your system heats or cool your home. Considering the important role that it plays, it really is very important that you are using your ideal thermostat in Washington, D.C.

Why Choose an Electronic Air Cleaner?

July 4th, 2016

How is the indoor air quality in your home? Have you noticed that your allergy symptoms, or those of others in your home, are flaring up more and more regularly? Does it seem as though your air filtration system just isn’t cutting it anymore?

Then you should give some serious thought to the use of an electronic air cleaner. With an electronic air cleaner, you can really go about effectively cleaning up the air in your home. Just remember that it is important to schedule all of your indoor air quality services with skilled, trained professionals like those on our staff.

AC Replacement: 3 Factors to Consider

June 27th, 2016

We understand that replacing your air conditioning system is probably not the most exciting way that you can think of to spend your hard earned money. Because no air conditioning system is going to last forever, though, you will eventually find yourself in need of a replacement air conditioner. When should you really start to consider an AC replacement in Capitol Hill?

In the following post, we offer a few tips to help you to determine if the time has come to replace your home cooling system. If you decide that it has, you can count on our staff to do the job right. Contact us with any questions that you may have.