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Why is My Air Conditioner So Loud?
With new technology, air conditioners can operate more quietly than ever—but it’s still unlikely that your unit will ever be completely silent while it’s running. That said, if your air conditioner is extremely loud while it’s performing, there could be a problem at hand! Depending on the sound that you
Here’s Why Your AC Is the Greatest Invention Ever
Plus, Learn the Facts About the R-22 Refrigerant Ban On those sticky dog days of summer when sweat drips down your back, nothing beats the feeling of walking into a chilled room with good old powerful air conditioning. Are we right? It’s moments like these when we thank Willis Carrier
Common Sources of Heat Gain in St. Louis Area Homes
Air conditioners don’t technically “produce” cool air. Instead, they remove heat from your home’s air to cool it down. So the more heat that your home contains, the harder your air conditioner will have to work to keep your home comfortable. “Heat gain” is a term that’s used to describe
Spring Has Sprung! Time for Your Annual Air Conditioner Tune-Up from Jerry Kelly
Today marks the first day of spring, which means we can finally start to say goodbye to winter and look forward to the warmer months ahead. Spring also coincides with the time of year that you should start thinking about scheduling your annual air conditioner tune-up with Jerry Kelly Heating,
What’s That Noise? HVAC Edition
Your HVAC system is bound to make some noise when it runs, nice quiet ambient noise. However, when you start noticing sounds that don’t seem quite the norm, there may be an issue you need to address. The guide below will help you self-diagnose some of the most common HVAC-related
Should a Gas Furnace Flue Pipe Go Through the Roof or the Side of the House?
Have you ever walked around your neighborhood and noticed that some people have flue pipes extending out of the roof while others have them coming out of the side of the home? The type of furnace flue pipe that you have is not something that’s up to personal preference, but
Is Your Furnace Reaching Its Full Efficiency Potential?
When you’re looking for a new furnace, one of the most important factors to consider is the efficiency rating of the system you choose. But did you know that there are potential problems that can prevent your furnace from operating at its advertised efficiency level? Today we’re going to talk
Zoned Heating vs. Central Heating: What’s the Difference?
Residential heating systems these days are more advanced than ever. Features and add-ons are now available that address nearly every comfort problem that you can imagine. A zoning system, for example, can solve most issues related to uneven temperatures in your home and can make it possible to solve comfort
Strange Smells Coming From Your Furnace? Here are a Few Possible Causes
When it comes to your furnace, strange smells are not something that should be taken lightly. That’s because when your furnace begins to give off a smell, the causes can range from completely normal to potentially life-threatening. So let’s get familiar with some of the most common causes behind furnace
5 Common Central Air Conditioner Problems and How Jerry Kelly can help!
Every day here at Jerry Kelly Heating, Air Conditioning, Electrical and Plumbing, we get calls for all sorts of air conditioner problems. Although some of those problems are unique, many of them are things we encounter all the time. Today we want to go over some of the most common
Balanced Airflow is a Crucial Aspect of Every Comfortable Home
When it comes to your air conditioning system, many things come into play that determine how well your home is cooled. One of the factors that have the biggest influence on your home’s comfort levels is whether or not you have balanced airflow. Today we’re going to talk about what
How to Reduce Indoor Humidity in Your St. Louis Area Home
As you know, it can get very humid during summer here in the St. Louis area. And high humidity isn’t just a problem outside; it can build up in your home as well. Although air conditioners do help dehumidify your home’s air to a certain extent, sometimes that isn’t enough.