Cooling Basics

COOLING

Cooling Basics

PURCHASING AN AC SOLUTION

When choosing an air conditioning solution, Homesense helps homeowners keep their cool. When it comes to replacing an AC system, Brian Schutt says, “If you’re like most of our customers, you don’t think about this everyday. But we do think about it everyday, and we have a specific process that we go through to make sure you make the best decision possible for you and your family.”

THE PROCESS IN A NUTSHELL:

YOU. As always, it starts with you . The Homesense team talks with homeowners to learn about any comfort concerns, health and safety issues, and budget guidelines .

YOUR SYSTEM. The

Homesense team conducts a thorough review of your existing system, including all components .

US. They tell the Homesense story, and explain the role that technicians, processes, and equipment play in delivering a viable AC system .

SOLUTION. After learning about the homeowner, as well as their unique needs and goals, Homesense develops targeted recommendations that take efficiency, home size, and budget into account .

WHAT DO AC EFFICIENCY RATINGS MEAN?

Many heating systems have AFUE ratings. When it comes to cooling, homeowners need to get familiar with another acronym: SEER. This is Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio, or the ratio of an AC system’s cooling output divided by the energy it uses in watthours. Unlike the temperature in your home, you want a higher SEER rating. The minimum standard is 13 in the north and 14 in the southeast and southwest, but today’s advanced technology boosts that to as high as 23. Here’s where Homesense’s patented no-nonsense, no-pressure guidance comes in. Just because a system is rated at 13 or 14 does not necessarily mean it is inefficient; it is certainly more efficient than an older model rated at 8 or 9. Homeowners may not need to spend more in order to achieve the results they want. If a system with a SEER rating of 16 will fit the bill for your household, for example, why bust the budget? Again, it goes back to Homesense’s core value of presenting options and empowering customers to make the best possible decision for their household.

BEAT THE HEAT

Choosing the right AC system is integral in maintaining comfortable indoor conditions. In addition, homeowners can maximize their benefits by taking easy steps to stay cool, such as:

 Investing in a programmable or smart thermostat

 Cleaning and/or replacing filters regularly

 Utilizing mini split systems to strategically cool specific areas of the home

 Closing blinds and shades during the peak of summer days

 Grilling and cooking outdoors to avoid over-taxing the AC system

 Running heat-generating appliances (e.g. dryers) during cooler parts of the day

 Scheduling an annual AC tune-up in early spring Homesense cares about homeowners’ comfort, quality of life, safety, and budget — not about selling this AC system or that AC system. There is a fit for your home; they will ensure you find it.

When the calendar flips to March, many homeowners start tackling their spring cleaning to-do lists. One critical item to include: tuning up the air conditioner before the weather gets too warm. As Homesense’s Brian Schutt says, “Like anything mechanical, it breaks down over time. For a fraction of the cost of a repair, getting a spring tune-up on an AC unit will reduce the likelihood of an emergency and provide insight into the parts that may be at risk.”

A ROUTINE AC TUNE-UP INCLUDES:

 CLEANING CONDENSER COILS

 REPLACING DAMAGED OR FAULTY ELECTRICAL

COMPONENTS

 FLUSHING THE DRAIN

 REPLACING AIR FILTERS

 INSPECTING, CLEANING, AND REPLACING (IF NECESSARY) PARTS ACCORDING TO THE

HOMEOWNER’S SPECIFIC SYSTEM

Brian likens the process to going to the doctor for a physical. “By getting a holistic analysis of our machine, our body, we’re informed on what our health really is – and can make more responsible decisions to maximize our longevity. The same concept holds true with your air conditioner.”

Even on the most routine of jobs, the Homesense team is guided by the company vision of establishing lifelong client relationships that are built on a foundation of trust. When a service technician arrives for a tune-up appointment, they will provide a thorough inspection and cleaning of the AC system — without using the opportunity to try to sell homeowners something. Too often, this is the case, and too often, it is a pressurized situation.

“Not our team,” asserts Brian. “We hire for integrity and reward for client experience, not selling.”

“If you’re like most of our customers, you don’t think about this everyday. But we do think about it everyday, and we have a specific process that we go through to make sure you make the best decision possible for you and your family.”

Brian Schutt, Co-owner of Homesense Heating & Cooling

CALL HOMESENSE BEFORE THE SUMMER HEAT HITS FOR AN AC TUNE-UP; IT’S BETTER THAN CALLING DURING A HEAT WAVE FOR AN EMERGENCY REPAIR!

317.203.8149

Heating and air conditioning systems cost more than any other system in the average home, accounting for 48% of the utility bill. Choosing an energy-efficient AC unit helps contain costs and increase comfort. Homesense carries Daikin models with the maximum SEER ratings on the market. Offering efficient cooling options saves Indianapolis homeowners money each month and may qualify them for tax credits and rebates from the government and local energy providers.

As with heating systems, the right choice when it comes to air conditioning depends on the size of the home, construction and insulation factors, comfort goals, and budget.

FOR SMALLER HOMES, DAIKIN OFFERS MODELS THAT FEATURE:

 SEER ratings of between 16 and 18

 Slim, discrete profiles for terrace walls, roofs, and zero limit lots

 Double heat exchanger

 Self-diagnostic control board

 High-efficiency scroll compressor

 UV protection

 Single-speed condenser fan motor

 Whisper-quiet operation

MODELS THAT ACCOMMODATE LARGER HOMES ADD:

 SEER ratings of up to 23

 Advanced inverter technology

 Variable-speed compatible blower motor

 Variable-speed swing and scroll compressors or twostage scroll compressor

 ComfortNet™ Communicating System compatibility

 Acoustic control blanket to reduce noise

As with heating systems, navigating the ins and outs, weighing the pros and cons, and choosing the right option can be challenging. Homesense provides customers with the information and education they need to make the right call.

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