Natal's Air Conditioning, Plumbing & Electrical Blog: Posts Tagged ‘AC Repair’

2025 Refrigerant Update: Everything to Know

Monday, January 6th, 2025

The HVAC industry is undergoing a significant transition as refrigerants are being phased out in favor of more environmentally friendly alternatives. The latest shift centers on the phase-out of R-410A refrigerant, following the earlier phase-out of Freon (R-22). These changes are part of global efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and limit ozone layer depletion.

You can always trust our team for up-to-date information and quick HVAC repairs in New Orleans when they’re needed.

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3 Signs You Need to Schedule AC Repairs

Monday, September 16th, 2024

As the summer season winds down, you may have some AC repair needs to address before switching over to heat for the winter season. The question is, how do you identify those repair needs? You can keep reading to learn about three signs that can mean you need to schedule service again for your air conditioner, even if you had a maintenance appointment already this year.

Just give our team a call for air conditioning repair in New Orleans and we will be ready to help. It’s a great idea to make sure your air conditioner is fully functional since you will continue needing your air conditioner for a while longer.

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How Do You Choose a New Air Conditioner?

Monday, August 5th, 2024

When it comes to upgrading your older air conditioner with a new model, you have a variety of choices. In fact, the options may seem overwhelming. Aside from different types of cooling systems, you also have to consider brands, energy efficiency ratings, and sizing. But our team is here to help you every step of the way. 

Just give us a call to schedule your AC assessment and we can help with the next steps. We’ll also be there to help with all of your future air conditioning needs, including AC repair in Slidell. You can keep reading to learn more about some of the basic things to consider when you choose a new air conditioner for your home.

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AC Maintenance: The Secret to Preventing Surprise Repairs

Monday, June 24th, 2024

Did you know that regular air conditioning maintenance is how you can prevent surprise problems with your air conditioner like a sudden breakdown? It’s true! Both homeowner and professional maintenance play a key role in how well your air conditioner operates over its lifespan.

In between annual AC maintenance appointments with our experts, you can always give us a call if you notice anything out of the ordinary and suspect that you need AC repair in Metairie. Keep reading to learn more about why maintenance for your air conditioner is so crucial for keeping it running without any major problems.

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Risks of Putting Off an AC Repair Appointment

Monday, May 27th, 2024

It’s easy to think that you can wait a few weeks or a month or even a few months to address an AC problem if your air conditioner is still operational. But the longer you put off addressing an AC repair need, the worse that the problem will get.

You can keep reading to learn more about what happens when you put off AC repair needs and why you want to schedule service with our team sooner rather than later. Then give our team a call to schedule your Slidell air conditioning repair now instead of waiting any longer.

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Why Should You Clean Your Condensate Drain Line With Vinegar?

Monday, April 15th, 2024

You may or may not know about the important role that your condensate drain line plays in keeping your air conditioner working at its best. Cleaning out the condensate drain line each month with vinegar is one of the best maintenance steps you can complete for your AC. Neglecting the condensate drain line can mean that you are left calling our team to schedule an appointment for AC repair in New Orleans.

Either way we are always here to help, whether it is answering your questions, providing maintenance, or completing repairs. You can keep reading to learn more about the importance of rinsing out your condensate drain line and how this maintenance step can help your air conditioner operate efficiently.

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Repair vs. Replace? Let’s Talk About Your Air Conditioning System

Monday, September 4th, 2023

There are times when it is very clear that you need to repair your air conditioner, and other times when it is very clear that you need to replace it. There’s also a gray area when you may be wondering whether a repair is worth it or you should replace your unit instead. 

Our team is here to take the guesswork out of deciding between AC repair and AC replacement. You can give us a call to schedule installation or air conditioning repair in Metairie, LA. In the meantime, you can keep reading to learn more about how to decide what to do with your air conditioner as it ages.

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Water Leaking From Your AC … What’s Going On?

Monday, July 24th, 2023
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If you know anything about how a standard central air conditioning system works, you know that it doesn’t use water to cool down the air. So if an AC doesn’t use water, why are you seeing water dripping from your indoor HVAC cabinet and pooling on the floor?

This isn’t something you want to happen with your AC. We’ll explain what might be happening and why it usually calls for professional repairs. We’ve been serving the Big Easy with AC service since 1974, so when you need air conditioning repair in Metairie, LA for a leaky unit or anything else, we’re the experts to call.

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How Much Should AC Repair Cost?

Monday, June 26th, 2023

The one most prohibitive factor of an air conditioning repair is the cost. Think about it. If this kind of work were free, wouldn’t everyone get it at their earliest convenience? The major thing that keeps people stressed out or up at night is the fact that it’s going to cost some hard-earned money to get your AC repaired.

We get it. We wish we could offer this kind of work for free, but then we’d be out of business and you’d have to find a less trustworthy professional to help you. And, to make things more complicated, we can’t give you exact numbers on how much your AC repair will cost until we diagnose it ourselves. There are many factors that can make an AC repair complicated, which then increases the cost.

What we can do is talk about how much is too much for AC repair in Jefferson, LA. If you’re experiencing some of the following problems, then you might be in better shape if you call us and speak to a professional directly.

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3 Serious Electrical Problems With Your AC

Monday, June 12th, 2023

Air conditioners all have one thing in common–they run on electricity. Unlike heating systems or other appliances that might have different fuel sources or energy types, an air conditioner always relies on electrical energy to function properly. This is why their electrical problems are universal.

Don’t get us wrong, there are all sorts of AC makes, models, and sizes. You can’t really do a one-size-fits-all fix with an air conditioner because they’re all so different. But when it comes to electrical problems, these can usually be diagnosed in similar ways.

Let’s talk about some electrical problems that might be happening with your AC, and discuss a few solutions for them. The best and most simple solution is to call our team for air conditioning service in Mandeville, LA. We can handle it from there!

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