Refrigerant is an important aspect for your HVAC system. If you currently have an older system, you may recognize R22 or Freon as being your refrigerant. However, in recent years the HVAC industry has switched over to 410A or Puron for new ac systems. As a homeowner, it is important for you to know why […]

  The whole purpose of an AC system is to cool you down; but in today’s cost conscious world, many people want to know that they are getting their money’s worth out of their system. In an effort to aid consumers purchasing decision on AC units, the Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute defined a

Outdoor units are an essential part of your central air conditioning system. You may be wondering how to protect your system through the seasons. After all, Virginia can often have rain, snow, and sunshine in the span of one week. We have some tips on how you can keep your unit in good condition throughout

As technology advances, we are gaining the ability to control almost anything at the touch of our fingertips using our smartphones or tablets. Apps that connect to systems in your home allow you to open your garage, turn on/off the lights, check your security system, turn on music, or change the television channel. So, what

Indoor air quality refers to the air quality within buildings, like your home or office. Gases and particles that are released into the air by pollutants can negatively affect your indoor air quality, which in turn can negatively affect your health. Before you can improve the air quality, it is important to know what exactly

“The Côr Thermostat knows your home better than you do,” that is what Carrier tells us about their Côr system and we at A/C Masters have to agree. As homeowners, we know that your highest utility bill is usually your heating and cooling bill, so saving energy all around is important. This innovative system that

Spring is finally here! In Virginia, we know it felt like it would never come, especially with a snowy first day of spring, but believe it or not it’s here, and warm weather is coming our way. There are a ton of things we jump into as we prepare for the warmer weather, but don’t

Just like most things in our lives, our HVAC system requires continuous maintenance to ensure that it is running properly. A few maintenance tips and tricks can go a long way to improve your systems efficiency and make sure it is performing at its best and here they are… Number 1- Air Filters. Every air

We all want to stay warm in our homes during the winter but blasting the heat, or really, even turning it up just a few degrees can increase our monthly bill more than we would like. The good thing is there are ways to keep your home warm without turning the thermostat way up. Here

Have you ever turned on your heater after a long break of not using it and realized an odor? What is that smell? Where does it come from? The answer… it is burnt dust. When you do not use your heater for a long period of time dust beings to gather in the air ducts