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How to Prepare Your HVAC System for a Kansas City Heatwave

June 12, 2025

Extreme temperatures and high humidity are common summer conditions in Kansas City. Heatwaves can also drive up your energy consumption if you haven’t been paying attention to routine inspections and maintenance. We here at Air Care Heating & Cooling can help with the process of getting ready for extreme summer heat. Scheduling Professional Inspections and Maintenance We recommend you schedule inspections and maintenance for your HVAC system at least once a year. Some people choose to do this twice annually. This would include once in the early spring before you run your AC equipment and once in the early fall before you

How Ceiling Fans Work with Your AC to Save Energy

June 5, 2025

How do you keep your home cool in the summer? If you’re like a lot of people, you keep the fan running as long as possible until you absolutely have to turn on your air conditioner. But have you ever considered running both of them at the same time? Maybe it seems like overkill. Maybe you’re worried that the energy that the fan uses will cancel out any savings that you might get from being able to turn up the thermostat a little bit. You may have even heard that it’s a myth that a ceiling fan can help cool

Why Is My Air Conditioner Running But Not Cooling My Home?

May 12, 2025

When summer temperatures soar, you want a functioning air conditioner to keep your home comfortable. It can be frustrating when your system appears to be running, but your interior remains uncomfortably warm. This issue can stem from a range of causes. While many are simple fixes, others will need the assistance of qualified HVAC technicians. Here are the most common causes of this issue and what you need to do when they happen. The Thermostat Might Be to Blame Sometimes, the problem is not with the air conditioner itself. It could

Common AC Issues During Midwest Summers and How to Avoid Them

May 5, 2025

If you’ve spent a few summers in the Midwest, you know that the heat can be humid, sticky, and impossible to escape without a reliable air conditioner. When the temperature climbs and your AC is not doing its job, your home can go from cozy to unbearable in no time. Air conditioning systems go through a lot, and issues will pop up. What are the most common AC problems in the Midwest? Here is what you need to know to stay cool during the hottest months. Frozen Evaporator Coils If you inspect your system and

5 Ways to Make Your HVAC System More Energy-Efficient This Spring

April 9, 2025

There’s no doubt that your air conditioning system gets a lot of use during the summer. Unfortunately, if your system isn’t operating efficiently, you could end up with some costly energy bills. By implementing the five tips that we’re going to cover, you can help ensure that your system is operating as efficiently as possible as the temperatures start to rise. 1. Schedule Professional Maintenance Service One of the absolute best things that you can do to increase the operating efficiency of your air conditioning system is to get professional maintenance service early in the spring.

How to Optimize Indoor Air Quality for Spring Allergies

April 2, 2025

Over one-third of American adults have reported experiencing seasonal allergies. For many sufferers, the condition is recurring, and spring is the worst time of year. The upside to knowing your spring allergies will occur is being able to take steps to minimize them. Reduce Indoor Pollution Sources Pollen isn’t your only concern during the spring. Many people unknowingly introduce allergens to their environments that trigger attacks and worsen symptoms. Take care with the type and number of houseplants you have, and be sure not to overwater them. Choose household cleaners carefully, and opt for natural products

Spring Cleaning for Your HVAC: A Comprehensive Checklist

March 8, 2025

An HVAC system doesn’t just happen to run efficiently and effectively on its own. Rather, it takes a little time and effort to prepare the system, clean it, and prepare it for summer. This comprehensive checklist will explore the areas to include for HVAC spring cleaning and preparing it to run efficiently and effectively all summer in Shawnee, KS. Change Your Air Filter One of the best things you can do to prepare your system is change your air filter regularly. It’s common for property owners to forget about this filter over the winter, so it

The Benefits of Pre-Season AC Maintenance

March 1, 2025

When it comes to properly taking care of your air conditioning system, you’re likely familiar with performing regular filter changes and clearing debris from the sides of your outside AC unit. However, regular professional maintenance service is necessary to keep your system in tip-top condition. In fact, it provides many great benefits for you as a homeowner. Ensure Peak Operating Efficiency No homeowner likes dealing with unexpectedly high home cooling bills. While the outside weather is uncontrollable, you can control how efficiently your system operates. Getting annual maintenance service in the spring is ideal for getting

Signs It’s Time to Upgrade Your Furnace Before the Next Cold Snap

February 8, 2025

Heating systems are a vital part of nearly every Shawnee, KS household. When the freezing winter weather rolls in, you need your heater to be healthy, reliable, and energy-efficient. However, as your furnace gets older, its performance will gradually start to decline, and serious equipment problems will become more common. This is why it’s essential that you choose the right time to upgrade an aging heating unit. Most people want a furnace to last as many years as possible, but when the time comes to replace it, you shouldn’t delay the decision too long. Here, we look at the telltale

The Role of Humidifiers in Winter Comfort

February 1, 2025

There’s no doubt that humidity can have a very large effect on how you feel as well as the structural integrity of your home and belongings. When humidity levels are very high in the summertime, it can feel much hotter than it actually is and leave you uncomfortably stuffy and overheated. However, it’s important not to overlook the importance of adequate humidity during the winter months. What Happens to Humidity During Winter? One of the most notable aspects of cold winter air is that it has a very dry feeling to it. Unlike hot air, which

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