Air Conditioning Articles

According to the U.S. DOE, a simple task such as changing the air filter on your HVAC system can improve efficiency by up to 15 percent.

An air conditioner is your lifeline during a prolonged heat wave.

This life-saving comfort system is a necessity when temperatures soar and linger in Okemos as they have under the heat dome that has scorched across Michigan.

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, high-efficiency air conditioners can reduce energy usage by 20 to 50 percent per year.

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, central air conditioning systems have a service life of approximately 15 to 20 years.

Your air conditioner (AC) can do several things––keep your Michigan home’s indoor air cooler than outdoor temperatures, help to keep indoor airborne allergens at bay, and help keep your home’s humidity low. But one thing it can’t do is kill mold.

Spring is finally arriving in Michigan! The days are getting longer, the flowers are blooming, and you’re probably already thinking about dusting off the patio furniture or tackling that messy garage.

Aside from the professionals, like ours at North Winds Heating & Cooling, who really thinks about air conditioners and their components?

You can spend up to 30 percent less to cool and up to 60 percent less to heat when you upgrade your AC system, according to ENERGY STAR®.

North Winds Heating & Cooling is always eager to educate our East Lansing area customers on heating and cooling home care. Whether you have an AC, furnace, heat pump, or ductless mini split, we want you to get the most out of your investment.

Few things in life can be more frustrating than your air conditioner malfunctioning over the summer—but it can and does happen. Luckily, North Winds Heating & Cooling has solutions to help keep you from boiling!

Can you imagine a scorching hot day here in Lansing without air conditioning? During those dog days of summer, your air conditioning system can be your very best friend.

Be sure you take the time to perform basic maintenance regularly as well as invest in a professional AC tune-up at least once a year.

A major part of your health relies on getting a good night’s sleep. That’s why it’s not just important to run your air conditioner during the hot summer days. You also need to keep your home comfortably cool at night as well.

Does an air conditioner (AC) help with allergies? In one word, yes. Actually two words, yes if. If you properly maintain the air conditioner. Air conditioners can help filter your home’s air and control its humidity, which are both helps in the allergy world. According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, it’s estimated there are now 50 million seasonal allergy sufferers in America, so any and all help is welcomed.

An air conditioner (AC), just like a car, needs regular maintenance and service to run efficiently. At North Winds Heating & Cooling, we recommend getting your air conditioning unit serviced and cleaned at least once a year. The optimum time is in the spring to ensure your system will run with the most efficiency during the hottest summer months. You need to be able to rely on your air conditioner for your comfort here in Lansing.

When it comes to your air conditioner (AC), a common term used in the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) business you are likely to see everywhere is your air conditioner’s SEER. But what exactly is SEER?

If you have a large home with multiple stories or a large household with family members who prefer different temperatures, consider installing a zone control system.

Is your AC making scary noises? Call us today! We can help!

Ductless air conditioning (AC) systems can be the perfect answer for that room which is never quite cool enough or for that new addition you are building. It’s a low-maintenance and affordable option to upgrading to a newer air conditioning unit when more cooling is needed inside your Okemos home.