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Signs Your Central Air Conditioner or AC System May Need Emergency Repairs

If you think that something is wrong with your air conditioner, what should you do? Call an Air Time Air Conditioning & Heating technician if you want your AC unit back up and running fast and efficiently! There are some simple signs that you may be heading for an emergency ac repair process. This can be more costly than getting ahead of a breakdown and having AirTime Air Conditioning & Heating perform routine maintenance or often times referred to as an AC tune up. Here are a few signs your air conditioning unit (also known as an HVAC system) may be heading for or in need of emergency repairs: Weak air flow from the air vents or ducts Weak air flow can be a simple cause of clogged or dirty air filters which will block airflow into your home or freeze the cooling system’s coils. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to either replace the filter or clean it if it is reusable. If you haven’t changed your filters in over a month, you should call AirTime Air Conditioning & H
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Brandon Air Conditioning Company Celebrates Local Roots, Expands Service Areas

AirTime Air Conditioning and Heating opened its doors in Tampa, FL back in 2011 and moved to its current location in Valrico, FL in 2013. Like all entrepreneurs, Reddy and Barbara Gonzalez, co-founders of AirTime, had a dream to use their skills to build a business for their family and take advantage of the opportunities Americans have to grow a business as big as one can dream. Today, six years later and under Mr. Gonzalez’s leadership, AirTime has a fleet of vehicles manned by N.A.T.E and EPA certified HVAC repair technicians serving the six county region of West Central Florida made up of Hillsborough, Polk, Pinellas, Pasco, Manatee and Sarasota counties. With a large full-time staff working out of its primary corporate location at 110 N Mulrennan Rd, Valrico, FL 33594, AirTime Air Conditioning and Heating dispatches its fleet of vehicles and AC repair technicians throughout the region 24/7 to serve customers with  emergency ac repair  needs, regular ac tune up and maintenance nee

How to Operate and Maintain a Heat Pump

A heat pump system can be an excellent set up for your home. It can both heat and cool your home, which is essential during hot summers and cold winters. But to avoid frequent A/C repairs and rising energy costs, there are some basic steps you can take to maintain your heat pump over the long-term. Know How to Operate Your Unit Daily Learning to properly operate your heat pump will save energy (and money). Backup heating systems are more expensive to run, so avoid letting it kick in. This includes setting back the thermostat accordingly. Also, unless you use a high-efficiency, variable-speed fan motor, constantly running the indoor fan will degrade your heat pump’s performance. Always keep the thermostat on the “auto” fan setting. Clean Filters and Coils Dirty filters and coils can reduce airflow, which will decrease performance and damage the system’s compressor. Clean filters once a month, and replace them if necessary. Pay attention to any manufacturer’s instructions t

How to Maintain Your Central Air Conditioning Unit

Central air is essential during hot summers, especially in tropical or southern locales like the Greater Tampa and Brandon Florida area. Most of us expect a unit to work when it is installed, and to keep working indefinitely, summer after scorching summer. But there is some everyday maintenance that is required. Keep your unit in peak condition, and your energy bills down, with these tips. Keep Your Outdoor Unit Clear Plants don’t know to magically stay away from your unit, so you must teach them the hard way. Trim shrubs, tree branches, and other plants. Keep the grass at a short length near the unit. Clear any other debris that might accumulate. Keep all debris and vegetation at least two feet away from the unit. Clean Filters, Coils, Fins, and Drains Filters need to be cleaned or replaced regularly. Clogged or dirty filters can block airflow and impact your system’s efficiency. This could lead to dirt being carried to the evaporator coil, which will reduce the coil’s he

3 Tips to Avoid Costly Air Conditioning & Heating System Maintenance and Repairs

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 28, 2017 (Tampa, FL) —- As the Florida winter starts to make its appearance in the weather patterns, many Central Florida area residents will start to consider using the HVAC system to generate heat, especially at night, when the temperatures start to drop below comfort levels into the 50’s and below. Residential homeowners who have not had their heating and air conditioning system maintained since the summer face a much higher risk for costly, avoidable HVAC system repairs without applying some simple maintenance best practices. Of course, hiring a certified and licensed HVAC company like AirTime Air Conditioning & Heating is highly recommended to ensure that your investment in your home’s AC and heating system is maximized in terms of system efficiency and longevity. Here are three critical pro tips to ensuring that you get the most from your air conditioning and heating system and put yourself in place to avoid costly downtime and repairs: Ch