Air Conditioning Articles

At Air Handlers, we’re often asked, “Do air conditioners kill off mold?” This is a common misconception. A properly maintained and functioning air conditioner (AC) can decrease the likelihood of mold growth.

An air conditioner, just like a car, needs regular maintenance and service to run efficiently. At Air Handlers, we recommend getting your air conditioning unit serviced and cleaned once a year.

Summer is quickly approaching. On the most scorching of days, the last thing you’ll want to worry about is your HVAC system breaking down. That’s why you should schedule an inspection and tune-up for your air conditioner as part of your spring cleaning.

Are you looking for air conditioning that’s simple to install, silent, and costs 30-40% less per month than traditional systems to operate? Ductless air systems offer a simple but sophisticated alternative to HVAC systems. They currently require a larger up-front investment, but will save you money in the long run. At Air Handlers we’re committed…

Your air conditioning unit will always make some noise when running, and older units are louder than newer ones, so consider the age of your unit before getting too concerned about the noise that it is making. At Air Handlers, we recommend a maintenance inspection at least once a year to inspect the health of…

What happens when you turn on your air conditioning unit and it blows hot or warm air? There are many reasons this might be happening, but we know it is not acceptable here in Chesapeake, VA. We want to keep you cool at Air Handlers, so here are a few simple things that you can…

An air conditioner is a standard appliance in interior comfort. The Energy Information Administration reports that 87% of homes have an AC unit and they account for almost 20% of yearly electricity consumption in the US. At Air Handlers of Chesapeake, VA, we believe that knowledge is power – the more you know about the…

Aside from the professionals, like ours at Air Handlers, who really thinks about air conditioners and their components? Air conditioners keep your Virginia Beach home or business cool and comfy when the outside temperatures are high, and that’s all you really need to know, right? Well, air conditioners do so much more than just cool,…

One common complaint air conditioning companies in the Hampton Roads area get in late summer is water leaking from the indoor unit inside the home. There are a number of reasons why your air conditioning system could be leaking water. The most common problem is that the drain pan is overflowing. Over time, the drain…

One of the most common complaints we get in late summer is water leaking from the air conditioning system.  If your unit is in the attic, this can cause a great deal of damage and aggravation. Drain lines clog up from dust and other matter that get into the AC System, as well as fungal…