Maximizing AC efficiency means more than just minimizing cooling expenses. An air conditioner that meets the manufacturer’s efficiency specifications also tends to provide optimum cooling to keep the indoor environment comfortable in hot summer weather. Air conditioners operating efficiently incur less wear and tear and typically require fewer repairs, too, as well as provide longer service-life expectancy before replacement is needed.
Regular annual preventative maintenance by a licensed HVAC contractor is an important defense against low efficiency. Likewise, getting prompt professional service is critical should you notice warning signs of efficiency issues. As another Indiana summer comes on strong, keep track of AC efficiency by staying alert to these potential issues.
- Poor temperature control. If actual indoor temperatures don’t match thermostat settings, this can be a sign that the system’s cooling efficiency is lagging. Potential problems might be as simple as a clogged air filter. Other malfunctions are more systemic, however, including leaky ductwork or an aging air conditioner that simply no longer provides adequate cooling capacity.
- Short AC cycles. In average summer weather, an air conditioner should cycle on two to three times per hour for an average of 15 to 20 minutes per cycle. In unusually hot weather, cycling may temporarily be more frequent. If you notice the AC cycling on and off more rapidly on a consistent basis, however, this can be a warning sign of efficiency problems, including insufficient airflow due to a clogged filter, a low refrigerant charge caused by leaks, or an air conditioner that is improperly sized for the home.
- Increasing costs. You’re probably quite familiar with your “average” monthly cooling costs. However, if you’re receiving higher bills and other probable causes have been eliminated — such as recent heat waves or utility-rate increases — declining AC efficiency may be a culprit. A checkup by a qualified HVAC technician can identify incipient problems behind higher bills and suggest effective adjustments or repairs to bring monthly costs back in line.
Stay ahead of AC efficiency issues with manufacturer-certified service by Paitson Bros. technicians. We’ve been Terre Haute’s go-to source for HVAC sales and service since 1922.
Jeff Paitson is a third generation business owner who continues to run the business with the same values that have been passed down from previous generations since 1922.
Jeff’s belief is that the business belongs to Jesus Christ; therefore 10 percent of the company’s profits go toward the Maryland Community Church.
Jeff is a Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce member and in his spare time, he enjoys 
Ethan Rayburn is a lifelong resident of Terre Haute and a 2005 graduate of Purdue University.
An Eagle Scout, Ethan spent four years as a non-profit executive with the Boy Scouts of America before joining Paitson Bros. as a comfort advisor and later General Manager. In that role, Ethan has brought a renewed enthusiasm for customer care, integrity, value, and service to Paitson Bros. Heating & Air Conditioning.
Ethan enjoys singing and was a member of the Purdue Varsity Glee Club. He also enjoys playing and coaching soccer, spending time with his family and two young boys, and volunteering his time and resources with his church, Terre Haute First Baptist Church, which he has attended from a very young age.
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