If your home's air conditioner is running but pumping warm air, or it stops working for a couple of hours at a time but runs again after sitting for a few hours, that's a good indication that your air conditioning unit is freezing up. If you've never dealt with this before, there are some things that you should know. Here are some of the most common causes of air conditioner freezing and what you should do about them.

Whether it is first thing in the morning when you're getting ready and running late for work or you're trying to enjoy a hot shower at the end of a hard day, the last thing that you want to deal with is hot water turning cold in the middle of a shower. The reasoning behind sudden cold water in your shower can be many things—some of which can even be addressed on your own, though others will require professional assistance from a plumber.

No matter how old or new your home is, you are going to have dust and debris in your air ducts. Some of the dander in your air ducts may be from the previous owners, which is disgusting when you think about it. Cleaning your air ducts is very important for the health of your entire family. Read on for reasons why it's important to have your air ducts cleaned.

When an air conditioner (AC) has trouble starting and staying on, the AC is said to be 'hard starting.' Hard starting interferes with the AC's efficiency and leaves the house in uncomfortable temperatures. Below are some of the reasons an AC might behave that way. Start Capacitor Failure The AC motor requires a lot of power to start; the power demands drop once the motor is running. A capacitor is an electrical device that stores power and releases it as needed.

If you have a property that needs a new heating system, you will want to make sure that you are giving ductless heating systems a consideration. To help you make that decision, you will want to review the following benefits of a ductless system for heating. They Don't Take Up Much Space With the ductless heating system, you will not have to worry about having a bunch of ductwork installed. This is especially important for those who have properties where the ductwork would not fit inside of the walls and would instead need to be run on the outside of the wall.

A properly functioning heating system requires many separate components to be working properly both on their own and in concert with each other. Although it often isn't seen as critical, a thermostat in good working order is vital for your furnace to function as it should. Thermostats also tend to be one of the cheapest and easiest parts of the system to fix, which makes them a good candidate for early troubleshooting if you are experiencing problems keeping your home cool.

You rely upon your furnace to keep your family comfortable during the winter, but your furnace has to be maintained properly or it might break down. Not only that, but a furnace that isn't serviced regularly could have a shorter lifespan, and that causes you to spend money needlessly on repairs and replacement. Here are some important parts of your furnace that should be serviced on a regular schedule to prevent problems and keep your family warm.

If your AC unit breaks down a lot and requires constant repairs, you should seriously consider replacing it. There are so many great AC unit options today. Choosing the perfect one will be easier thanks to these tips.  Opt for Centralized Cooling  There are a lot of different AC unit types you can choose for your home today. These include portable, split ductless, and window units. Although these types of units are pretty affordable, they don't match everything that centralized units can offer.

Your heating system is one of the most important pieces of equipment in your home. Without proper heat, your home becomes cold quickly because air is lost via windows and your home's roof. You need a reliable heater to keep your house evenly warm as the temperatures drop. Your heater does more than just keep your house warm as well. Your heating system is responsible for protecting your home's plumbing so pipes don't freeze or burst when temperatures outside get cold enough.

Having a furnace is a necessity in your home, unlike some other appliances, but its also a large purchase. How do you know if you need one? If you aren't sure if you should upgrade to a new furnace, read on for a few things to take into consideration to help you decide.  1. Is Your Furnace Old? An older furnace is going to break down sooner rather than later, as most furnaces usually only last up to about 15 years.