One of the most important things you can do to keep your heating and cooling systems working properly between maintenance checks is to change your air filter on a regular basis. But just how “regular” of a basis are we talking about? While it’s obviously a simple question, there is really no set-in-stone answer. There…
Your air conditioner evaporator coil is an extremely important component of your cooling system. It circulates the refrigerant that absorbs heat from your indoor air and takes it outside so that you can be cool and comfortable. If it gets dirty it can disrupt that process, making your indoor air warmer and more humid than…
There’s nothing much more alarming than when your air conditioner makes odd sounds. It may seem that if you don’t immediately turn it off, catastrophe will strike. While the truth is that a strange noise could be something major, most of the time the problem is something that can be fixed fairly simply. To be…
While it’s extremely easy to ignore a dirty air filter, failing to perform this most basic heating and cooling system maintenance job is one of the worst things you can do regarding its efficiency and effectiveness. When you don’t clean or replace your filters on a regular basis, dirt, debris and contaminants can clog your ductwork…
In North Texas, we thankfully don’t have the kind of humidity that you’ll find around Houston and other areas of the state that are closer to the Gulf of Mexico. However, it can still get pretty sticky around here sometimes. When it does, the last thing you want to have to deal with is humidity…
More than likely, you’ve heard or seen contractors of all sorts claim they will provide you with a quality installation. Whether you’re talking about a refrigerator, air conditioning unit, a washing machine or just about any other type of appliance, they’ll make the phrase “quality installation” almost seem like an advertising slogan. However, there’s actually…
Whether you are having a new air conditioner installed or you just need some routine maintenance, it is extremely important that the technician who comes to your home or office has NATE certification. This will be your guarantee that the person who works on your HVAC (heating, ventilation and cooling) system is a true professional…
While you may be able to purchase a great many products without giving it a single thought, that’s not the case when it comes to a new air conditioner. You can’t rush into this kind of decision; you have to take your time, do your homework, and consider a lot of factors before you make…
You have probably relied on your current air conditioner to keep you cool and comfortable for several years. However, if your system is giving you more trouble than normal, and you’re spending a lot more on repairs than you can afford, you may want to consider having a Trane air conditioning system installed in your…
Most people like the idea of a lower utility bill every month. The truth is that reducing energy usage is relatively easy when you know what to do. Calling an air conditioning repair contractor is the first step in pocketing some extra money. At Metro Express Service, our specialists are trained to spot inefficiencies and…
