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How to Buy an Energy-Efficient Air Conditioner

If you’re looking for a way to save money on your energy bills, purchasing an energy-efficient air conditioning system is a great start. Not only will you lower your monthly cooling costs, but also keep your home more comfortable.

In this video, you’ll learn about how to choose an air conditioner that is both efficient and effective. You’ll also learn about what features to consider when making your purchase, from a SEER value of at least 13 to Energy Star certification. Find out how to prepare your home for maximum energy efficiency with this full clip.

For help choosing, installing, and maintaining your energy-efficient air conditioner, contact My Charlotte Mechanical today. We serve the homeowners and businesses in the greater Charlotte area with high-quality air conditioning and plumbing services. Call (888) 345-9894 today for more information.

Heating season is near…BUT before you turn up the heat have your system serviced first!

• Heath & Safety

When a technician services your heating system, he or she should verify the flow of combustion gasses. The technician will also look for leaking natural gas or oil and check for proper ignition.

• Efficiency

A well- tuned heating system is more efficient. This is good for the environment and saves you money. A quick adjustment of the fuel mixture in your heating system may make all the difference. Again, this is something only a technician can assess.

• Keep It Running

A well- maintained heating system will last longer. If you service your furnace yearly, any adverse conditions will only have an opportunity to damage your furnace for, at most, one season. For instance, if you call a technician at the beginning of the winter, he or she may find a problem, such as a condensation leak, in your high efficiency furnace. The condensate from a high efficiency furnace is fairly corrosive and can damage your furnace. If the problem were left for several years, the furnace would fail before its intended life expectancy.

• Inexpensive Peace of Mind

A yearly service call by a qualified heating technician is not expensive and the job doesn’t take long. If the technician does not find anything wrong, the fee is minimal. If the technician does find something wrong, it is better to know about it now, before the problem gets worse and costs much more.

 If you have problems with your heater and need a technician, call My Charlotte Mechanical at (888) 345-9894. We pride ourselves on quality work and delight in customer satisfaction on every level.

The History of Residential Air Conditioning

On hot summer days, many homeowners take their air conditioning systems for granted. But have you ever stopped to wonder how air conditioning was invented and first used? Air conditioning systems have a rather fascinating history and dramatic impact on American society. Take a look at how air conditioning came to be and how it changed over the 20th century.

• Early Innovations: Air conditioning was developed in the early 1900s by an engineer named Willis Carrier. Carrier was commissioned to create the first device for a printing company that was having trouble producing its magazine due to high humidity in its facility. For the first two decades of its existence, air conditioning was primarily a commercial product designed to increase worker productivity and was not used in residential or public facilities.

• Advancements: This changed in the early 1920s, when Carrier introduced a smaller version of the air conditioner that would be appropriate for home and business use. In 1928, Carrier produced the Weathermaker, the first air conditioner designed specifically for home use. Window unit air conditioners were introduced first, but were quickly followed up by central air conditioning systems.

• Today’s Air Conditioners: Over the next 80 years, air conditioning continued to grow in popularity, albeit slowly. Although window units were available for home use, only 10% of homeowners had air conditioning in 1965. As the population of the United States shifted toward warmer Sun Belt cities, the demand for residential air conditioning grew exponentially. By the early 2000s, 86% of homes were fitted with air conditioning systems.

While air conditioning technology has advanced substantially in just the last few years, regular maintenance and repair is still extremely important. That’s why Charlotte-area residents trust air conditioner repair, maintenance, and installation services to My Charlotte Mechanical. To learn more about our air conditioning and plumbing services, call (888) 345-9894 today.

September 11th Will Never Be Forgotten

Ten years ago our country was struck by a wicked act of terrorism. We remember the lives that were taken and pray that we will never see something so horrible again. Our country stood back up, united and strong.  Charlotte Mechanical would like to thank our First Responders and all of the men and women who are currently serving or have previously served in the Armed Forces. September 11, 2001 will never be forgotten.

Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe, to assure the survival and success of liberty.

-President John F. Kennedy

5 Reasons to Change Your Air Filter

Change air filters regularly, and if you notice them becoming clogged, change them more frequently.

Let us remind you why it is important to change air filters regularly...

1. Helps Extends Life Of System
2. Obviously, clean filters = clean air
3. Clean air = less time cleaning and dusting
4. Clean air = fewer allergy attacks
5. Clean air = healthy living

Call My Charlotte Mechanical at (888) 345-9894 for help with your air filter.