Is Your HVAC System Ready for the New Year?

January 1, 2024

Yearly Maintenance Checklist for Galt, California Homes As we step into a fresh year, it’s crucial to kick off the New Year with a proactive approach to HVAC maintenance. California residents experience unique climate demands, making it even more important to ensure your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system is in top-notch condition. Let’s dive into a comprehensive yearly maintenance checklist to set the stage for a comfortable and energy-efficient year ahead. 1. Inspect and Change Air Filters: Begin by checking and replacing your air filters to maintain optimal indoor air quality.

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4 Key Advantages of Ductless Mini-Split Systems

August 21, 2023

The days of noisy, bulky HVAC systems are long gone thanks to the innovation of ductless mini-split systems. These systems offer homeowners a range of benefits, from improved air quality to ease of installation. 1. Efficiency Ductless mini-split systems are known for their exceptional efficiency. Unlike traditional HVAC systems, they use a small outdoor unit and one or more indoor units mounted on the wall or ceiling. Because they don’t rely on ductwork to circulate air, they can achieve higher efficiencies without the heat loss that can occur in traditional systems. At Hawk Heating & Air Conditioning, we offer

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Stay Cool: 5 Ways to Keep Your Air Conditioner Working Longer

July 14, 2023

Air conditioners are major appliances that help achieve comfortable temperatures within your home. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, the average lifespan of an AC unit is 10 to 15 years. While your air conditioner may not last forever, you can take steps to increase its life expectancy. Here are five ways to keep your home cool in hot weather for years to come. 1. Keep the Outdoor Unit Clean and Clear While it’s easy to think of the air conditioner as an indoor appliance, it also has an outdoor component that needs space

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4 Common Indicators of a Failing Air Conditioning System?

May 10, 2023

As summer approaches and temperatures rise, air conditioning becomes a crucial component in keeping your home or workspace comfortable. However, an AC unit is prone to failure, just like any other mechanical system. Ignoring early signs of AC failure can lead to significant problems and costly repairs. Therefore, it is essential to recognize the signs of a failing AC unit early on and take action promptly to avoid discomfort and inconvenience. Here, we discuss some common early signs of AC failure that you should look out for. 1. Warm Air When your AC blows warm air

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Why an AC Tune-Up Is Essential Before Summer

March 16, 2023

With summer quickly approaching and temperatures rising, ensuring your air conditioning unit is functioning properly is important. An air conditioner tune-up can help ensure your AC runs smoothly and efficiently all summer. Here are some benefits of scheduling an AC tune-up before summer arrives. Energy Savings An AC tune-up allows technicians to identify any issues with your system, such as clogged filters or worn-out parts. This can help improve your system’s overall efficiency, reducing energy consumption and saving you money on utility bills over time. It also helps reduce wear and tear on the

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Is a DIY AC Capacitor Replacement a Good Idea?

August 15, 2022

If you are experiencing signs of your older air conditioning system not doing its job properly, you may be tempted to try to replace the air conditioning capacitor. Here at Hawk Heating & Air Conditioning in Galt, we want to help our community be safe and cool each summer. What Is an Air Conditioning Capacitor? A capacitor is a metal cylinder that stores energy to give your air conditioning unit a big jolt of electricity before it turns on. This electricity begins the process of running the motors and compressor and then keeps the energy flow at a lower

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4 Reasons Why Your House Is Humid With AC

July 20, 2022

Air conditioning is a popular way to make your house cool and comfortable on hot days. However, you might notice that your house still feels humid, even though you’ve had the air conditioner running all day. There are a few reasons why this might be the case. 1. It’s Very Humid Outside If it’s extremely humid outside, your air conditioner might be struggling to keep it cool and moisture-free inside your home. This is especially true when it’s storming. If you live in a climate where there are a lot of hot days and thunderstorms,

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Does My Air Conditioning System Pollute the Air?

June 13, 2022

The long, hot summers in Galt, CA mean you rely on your air conditioning system for at least half of the year. The heavy workload on your air conditioner might make you wonder if the unit causes air pollution or harms the environment in other ways. Here’s what you need to know about air conditioners and air pollution. Electricity Use All air conditioners use electricity. If your home solely runs on solar power, then your air conditioner has a smaller impact on air pollution than it would if you use the electrical grid for power. If

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5 Steps to Unclogging a Blocked AC Drain Line

May 19, 2022

During summer, your AC system plays an integral role in ensuring your home stays cool. The last thing you’d want is to get home to find your AC not working due to a clogged condensate drain line. When that happens, you’ll need to address the problem right away. The good news is that it’s relatively simple to do so with some guidance from our specialists at Hawk Heating & Air Conditioning. Although remaining on top of all the elements that keep your home running can seem overwhelming, the simplest way to avoid a clogged AC drain line is through routine preventative AC maintenance.

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