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Plumbing issues have a nasty way of getting progressively worse and more expensive as they’re left unfixed. Water is a powerful chemical, and it always finds a way to where it wants to go. Avoiding a repair is like adding fuel to a fire (except water is the opposite of fire; if only there was…
Continue ReadingAiRCO wants to wish all of our heating and air conditioning customers in Austin and the surrounding cities, communities and neighborhoods a very happy holiday this year.
Continue ReadingAiRCO Mechanical would like to wish the community a gracious thanks for being with us in 2018 and a Happy New Year and warmest wishes for 2019.
Continue ReadingHVAC air handlers can be easily mistaken for furnaces; but, they serve twice the function of one. HVAC stands for Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning. They provide a simplified and convenient way to keep your home to the desired temperature. Your air handler teams up with your AC and heat pump to circulate consistent airflow…
Continue ReadingOn your thermostat, there’s a furnace-fan setting for either “On” or “Auto.” Which option is the best choice? There are devotees of both settings, each believing their setting is the optimum one to choose. But in reality, it’s more of a pros-and-cons type of situation. It really depends on which benefits are a priority for…
Continue ReadingA heat pump is a device that transfers heat from one place to another, from inside to outside or from outside to inside. In the winter a heat pump works like a heater, extracting heat energy from outside and transferring it inside. In the summer the process reverses and it will remove heat from your…
Continue ReadingGas furnaces create heat by burning natural gas. This gas is usually methane combined with other carbon based gasses. The Ignitor The process starts with the ignitor. The ignition source for older furnaces is a pilot light, newer furnaces use an electronic starter. With a pilot light, the regulator supplies a very small bit of…
Continue ReadingSeasonal allergies are a burden for many. Air conditioners, or ACs, when properly maintained, can noticeably reduce symptoms for allergy sufferers. Air filters catch pollen, dust, and other irritants, producing higher-quality air. Air conditioners also act as humidity regulators, easing allergy symptoms. Airco Mechanical is proud to help you here in Round Rock, TX, breathe…
Continue ReadingAt AiRCO Heating and Cooling, we pride ourselves in being great matchmakers. We want to set you up with an air conditioner that’s right for your home. For your convenience, we created a list of things to remember when purchasing an AC unit. We hope that with our help, you’ll find an air system that…
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