Benefits of Attic Insulation
Your attic can be the most forgotten area of your home. Most families use it for storage, but the benefits of attic insulation go far beyond throwing a few exiled boxes. Your attic acts as your home’s first line of defense. Instead of passing straight into your home, the cold, heat, or humidity must pass […]
Three Ways to Prepare Your HVAC for Spring 2020
It may only be January, but the spring temperatures will quickly sneak up on Atlanta-area residents. Georgia’s weather is unpredictable, so it’s always difficult to predict how hot or cool it may be. If you enjoy flowers blooming, hotter temperatures, and longer days, you’ll welcome spring with open arms. When the temperatures begin to transition, […]
Best Seasonal Thermostat Settings
Why Are Thermostat Settings So Tough? You’ve heard it time and time again. Dads guard thermostats with their lives and never budge. Now, it’s your turn and you’re asking: “what temperature should I set my thermostat to for the winter?” Homeowners everywhere tinker with it every year, only to cause controversy in their own home; however, […]
What to Do About a Cracked Heat Exchanger
A cracked heat exchanger is a serious issue that can become deadly. Though your heat exchanger may seem fully functional on the outside, it’s important to recognize the symptoms before the heat exchanger starts to create problems and know what to do about a cracked heat exchanger.
Understanding Carbon Monoxide In Your Home
What is Carbon Monoxide Poisoning? Carbon monoxide is a dangerous poisonous gas that takes the lives of about 400 Americans every year. It is invisible, odorless, and tasteless. It can silently build up to dangerous levels inside a closed spaces like your home. The Mayo Clinic describes the serious implications carbon monoxide has on your […]
Why HVAC Cleaning is a Good Idea
Are you thinking about scheduling maintenance to your HVAC system? There is growing debate over whether cleaning your system is actually beneficial or not, but here at Hammock’s AC, we promote HVAC maintenance. Overtime your air conditioning unit can collect dust and dirt, which can make your unit not perform to the correct standards to […]
Questions and Answers About AC
The warm summer days are here which means you are probably giving your air conditioner a workout. Here are some questions you might have regarding your AC, along with answers to prepare you for the upcoming cooling season. What Are the Types of Air Conditioners? A central air conditioner consists of an outdoor unit and […]
What is Freon?
For most homeowners, renters, and automobile owners, refrigerant is a word heard from time to time. And if you happen to have a refrigerator lying around somewhere, freon may also be a familiar word. However, not everyone knows exactly what a refrigerant is, or why it’s used in HVAC systems. Fortunately, everything you could know […]
How to Prepare Your Air Conditioner for Bad Weather
Coastal Georgia has its fair share of hurricane watches and warnings. You’ve taken steps to protect your home, valuables and other investments, but what about your heating and air conditioning system? Here are some tips to follow to keep your HVAC system in working order, no matter what the weather brings. Prepare Your Air Conditioner […]
What is an air conditioner coil?
Have you ever thought about how your air conditioner works? Or if it works properly? Most of us know that warm air enters the unit and then cool air comes out into the house. But the process of how this works is a mystery to many. The system works with two important components called coils. […]
