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We still have the $59 Clean and check specials or $95 for both AC and Furnace. Make sure you get it done before the heat really kicks in and it will sooner than you think. Call Bartlett Heating and Air today to schedule yours!

A dirty AC coil will make it cost more to cool your home and get less cooling than you are paying for. The way an air conditioner cools your home is by taking heat out, not adding coolness. The condenser coil and evaporator are then components that make the heat transfer happen and since they are exposed to outside and inside elements, its easy for them to get full of dust and dirt inhibiting optimal heat transfer. The inside evaporator is constantly wet, which provides great breeding ground for mold and mold growth can eventually obstruct airflow. Cleaning the inside coil is not something that you can do unless you are a certified HVAC technician because of the way it is set up and sealed off. Leaving your coils dirty will make the system work harder and break more often so call Bartlett Heating and Air today to schedule your clean and check!

People do everything with their phones now a days so why not be able to program your thermostat from it too? The Honeywell Prestige 2.0 has come out with an app hookup that allows you to do just that. You can view and change temperature, humidity, outside temperature and humidity, and you can access multiple thermostats. They can also send you out email notifications if you want to. You can set custom presets even for calender days or set to your business hours too. To help save money, there is an economizer setting that switches between ventilation and cooling depending on the outside temperature. This thermostat also gives you a heads up if something isn't functioning correctly before it breaks so you can ensure it being there for you when you need it. Being able to control it so closely will save you time and money. Call Bartlett Heating and Air today to learn more. 

R-22 is a type of freon used in some of the older air conditioners that cools your homes. The manufacture of R-22 results in a dangerous byproduct that affects our Ozone layer. R-22 is a greenhouse gas and older AC units leaking it helps deplete the Ozone layer faster. R-22 is not allowed to be used in new equipment so HVAC manufacturers cannot make new air conditioners and pumps that use R-22. As a result of them phasing it out and not making as much, the price of R-22 has went way up and is far more expensive than the newer eco friendly versions. By January 1st 2020 chemical manufactures will no longer be able to produce R-22 which will reduce HCFC consumption by 99.5%. R-22 that is recovered, reclaimed which means reprocessed to the same standard as new R-22, and recycled can be used in equipment. Call Bartlett Heating and Air to check out your AC today and see if it needs an upgrade or service.

It is a good idea to buy a maintenance plan for your AC or Furnace. Repairs on both can be costly sometimes. The maintenance plan helps diagnose issues when they are smaller in a timely fashion before your system has a huge repair needed saving you time, money, and stress. A maintenance plan also saves you money on your bills because we come clean and change filters when needed leaving you system running the best it can and more efficiently. The last thing is the piece of mind you get out of knowing your system is running in the best shape it can is priceless. Call Bartlett Heating and Air today to find out about our maintenance plans.

There are a few different parts that make up your air conditioning system. The AC is made up of a series of electrical and plumbing connections. The duct work is an essential part because it delivers the cold air to you home so it needs to be in the best shape possible. Make sure it is free of kinks and obstructions because it has the most impact on how efficient your AC works. The AC has a blower which is almost like a heart because it is what runs everything. It's a set of fans that push the cold air through the house. The blower is usually adjacent to the cooling coils and blows the cool air across them to the rest of the house. The final major part of the AC is the condenser that actually cools the air that is sent thorough the house. The condenser forces the heated gas to expand which in turn, due to the laws of nature, cause it to cool. After the condenser cools the gas, it is sent through the blower which sends it through the house. Bartlett Heating and Air does full tune-ups on AC systems to make sure yours is running in the most efficient way possible so give us a call today!

The summer heat has finally arrived, is your AC unit in working order? High heat can be dangerous to young kids, pets, and the elderly so you want to make sure the AC works at a time like this. Make sure you are checking on elderly neighbors, kids, and your pets on high heat days. On hot summer days keep your blinds shut to keep the sunlight out and make sure your AC is in working order. You can delay heat creating activities like dish washing until the night. Make sure your windows are closed to keep unwanted humidity out. If you can plant trees by east and west windows to keep the house shaded. Keeping up with the AC maintenance is very important so it runs well for you all summer. Call Bartlett Heating and Air to come inspect and clean your AC today so you and your loved ones can stay safe and cool this summer.

Bartlett Heating and Air has great duct cleaning specials going on right now! $59 duct cleaning includes unlimited vents! Have yours cleaned today to get ride of all that dirt and dust built up over the year so you can breathe easier. Call Bartlett heating and air today!

If you haven't had your A/C tune up yet this year now is the time to do so before the weather gets extremely hot. When having your A/C cleaned here are just a few thing your Bartlett Heating and Air tech will check for you.

~ Check Thermostat

~ Clean condenser coil

~ Check voltage and amperage

~ Check pressure controls

~ Check temperature drop across coil

~ Check refrigerant charge

~ Lubricate parts as needed

~ Check blower operation

~ Check filters

~ Check electric circuits

~ Check condensate drain is open

~ Check total performance of system

Call us today at Bartlett Heating and Air to schedule your A/C clean and check!

If your allergies are bothering you more than normal this spring you are not alone, millions of people suffer from allergies. Cleaning your ducts is a good way to help alleviate your allergies. Duct cleaning improves on the air quality in your home, removing dust mites and airborne bacteria. By cleaning your ducts you also help your furnace and AC run better which saves you money in the long run. Call Bartlett Heating and Air to have one of our great technicians come out and clean your ducts today! We have a $59 duct cleaning special going on which includes unlimited vents.

Having a UV light in your house is a good idea. Your AC pan has water that sits in the bottom of it which is a breeding ground for bacteria we can't see. If that bacteria doesn't get taken care of, it goes through your ducts and into your home. Installing a UV light kills that unwanted bacteria and stops it from being spread into your ducts and home. The price of the UV light isn't too costly and it lasts for a year or two before you have to replace the bulb. Call Bartlett Heating and Air today to find one that is right for you!

It is always a good idea to replace your unit before it completely breaks just when you need it the most. You should be having your annual spring AC Clean and Check to make sure your AC is in prefect working order. Doing this in the early spring catches any issues and gives you time to get a new AC installed if need be by the time summer gets here. AC Units are cheaper in the fall and winter months when demand is low but you can also get them pretty cheap in the early spring. Waiting until its already hot out and when AC is in demand will cost you more. Bartlett Heating and Air sells top quality Carrier brand AC at the best price! Call today for your annual AC clean and check so one of our technicians can make sure your AC works the way it should or install a new one for you right in time for summer.

Upgrading your AC system can assure you peace of mind that it'll work when you need it and it can also save you money too. Upgrading to a programmable thermostat saves you money on your energy bill because you can set different temperatures in your home throughout the day. You can put your home warmer in the summer when you aren't there so your AC doesn't have to work as hard wasting energy when no one's home. Make sure the thermostat is set up in the right spot to ensure there are no ghost readings which make the thermostat work harder. The best spot is in an interior room away from anything. You can also install a zone controlled system that goes in your existing duct work if you have central air. It lets you divide your home into temperature controlled zones. Going ductless is also an option for saving energy. Call Bartlett Heating and Air today to see what will work best for you!

Spring is here and that means allergies from tree pollen are back. There's about 40 millions seasonal allergy sufferers in America each year and this can be a miserable time for them. You can help alleviate the effects of the allergies for loved ones by having a HEPA filter installed into your HVAC system so it can trap the irritants before they are circulated through your ducts. HEPA Filters trap 99.7% of allergens leaving your home a more comfortable place to be. Call Bartlett Heating and Air today and we can help find the best filter for your needs.  

Having too much humidity in your home can cause a few problems. One of the problems is comfort, most people aren't comfortable in a humid environment. High humidity also causes mold to grow rapidly which is hazardous to your health. One last issue that can happen is warping of the indoor decor. Your ac helps control your humidity a little bit but it has its limitations. The way the AC works is the indoor coil absorbs heat leaving the air around it cooler that circulates and the heat condenses on the coil improving general humidity of your house. A dehumidifier is recommended to help draw out moisture on days that the AC isn't used as heavy so you are still comfortable.  When you have high humidity, the mold grows fast in the coils and duct work so it's a good idea to get it cleaned and tuned up annually. Your filter can also help control mold growth from high humidity, the higher the number the better the filter. Call Bartlett Heating and Air today to schedule your AC clean and check and duct cleaning!

Each year new codes are passed and some old ones are thrown out so you should have a Bartlett Heating and Air technician come out and inspect your mechanical room. Some are as small as water valves and can be as large as piping requirements for high efficiency furnaces. If you were planning on selling your house, you have to have all the code violations fixed beforehand because they do inspections and it can become a big headache. It is also a safety liability so call Bartlett Heating and Air today to have it checked and make sure you and your family are safe.

It feels like summer outside with the temperatures rising into the 80's the past couple of days. Time to kick on those AC's. Bartlett Heating and Air still has GREAT specials going on for AC Clean and Checks. Get your $59 clean and check scheduled today to make sure your AC is in top shape to perform this summer.

The most recent brands of air conditioners are economical enough for most of us to be able afford it.With there being so many too choose from, sometimes its gets overwhelming. We've outlined some of the major points to consider when you go about buying an air conditioner.

The most important determining factors in choosing an AC for your house is the size of the room. Some people tend to think bigger is better but not in all cases. A bigger AC increases humidity and cancels out the effect of the AC. If you have a smaller house, a portable AC is sufficient. 

Efficiency is next on the list. Most efficient in order from high to low is split to central and portable to window.

Type of Air Conditioning is next. There are three kinds. Through the wall, ductless, and central air. Through the wall are the window units. Ductless are split type. Centralized units are advantageous to huge buildings and mansions but would be a waste for a smaller building.
 
Cost is the final factor in choosing an AC. Central air conditioners are the most expensive costing thousands for installation alone. Split types are the next most expensive, then portable AC and lastly window units are the cheapest.

Give Bartlett Heating and Air a call today to see what would work best for you!

Having a dirty air filter can cause your ac not to run properly. When it is clogged it restricts air flow and it causes the AC to work harder making your bill higher and potentially harming your system. You should make sure you check and change the filter every month. Filters are available through us on our website and we can come and change them for you. If after you changed the filter, the AC still isn't running like it should then we can figure out the issue and fix it for you. Call Bartlett Heating and Air today to figure out which filter is best for you.