Air Conditioning

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How to Properly Size an AC System

In the heat of the summer, it’s easy to assume that bigger is better when it comes to air conditioning (AC) systems. Obviously, if you have an air conditioner that’s too small in your Statesville home, you will not be able to keep your temperatures consistently low even if the …
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How Does Your Central Air Conditioner Cool Your Home?

Aside from the professionals, like ours at Griffin Heating & Air Conditioning, who really thinks about air conditioners and their components? Air conditioners keep your Hickory, NC, home or business cool and comfy when the outside temperatures are high, and that’s all you really need to know, right? Well, air …
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Top Causes of AC Failure

It’s the first really hot day of summer when open windows, sun-blocking shades, and the ceiling fans just can’t cut it anymore. You resign yourself to finally turning on your air conditioner (AC)—only to find it blowing warm air, making funny noises, or simply not cooperating at all. It’s a …
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How Environmental Issues Can Affect Your AC

When you’re looking at how your air conditioner works, it can depend on a wide variety of factors. Most people realize that the brand you select, the size, the features, and the efficiency rating all play a role in how well an air conditioner will cool your Charlotte Metropolitan area …
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Why Do I Need AC Maintenance Now?

An air conditioner (AC), just like a car, needs regular maintenance and service to run efficiently. At Griffin Heating & Air Conditioning, 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 …
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How to Protect Your AC From Storms

“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” There’s a reason why that old adage has been passed down through the years. It’s always better to be prepared for misfortunes than to have to deal with the consequences. During storm season in Statesville, that proves true for protecting …
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How Does an Air Conditioner Work?

As a homeowner here in North Carolina, it’s always a good idea to learn as much as you can about your appliances. That means knowing their basic operations, what features are included, and if any necessary upkeep is involved. Needless to say, this is no exception for your air conditioning …
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Does Your AC Help With Allergy Symptoms?

Seasonal 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. Griffin Heating & Air Conditioning is proud to …
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4 Signs I Need a New AC Unit

Griffin Heating & Air Conditioning understands that air conditioning is crucial for comfort in your daily life here in Scotts, NC. A well maintained AC unit, with yearly inspections and monthly filter changes, can last up to 10 or 15 years. How do I know if I need repairs for …
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4 Things You Should Know About Your AC

Air conditioning isn’t exactly a stimulating topic to bring up at parties. It’s not something most people think about too excessively. But at Griffin Heating & Air Conditioning, we’re obsessed with it! We want to share with you some things that you may not have known about your air conditioner (AC). …