heating system Posts

What’s the Difference Between Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps?

December 13th, 2022

Choosing the right system to heat and cool your home can be overwhelming. It’s normal to feel confused, especially when you come across unfamiliar AC terms. One common question we hear at AC Designs is: what’s the difference between heat pumps and normal air conditioners? Many homeowners don’t realize that heat pumps actually are a […]

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How to Lower Heating Costs in the Winter

December 15th, 2021

The winter months make us crave warm and fuzzy feelings. But did you know that heat energy contributes about 40-percent of the average American’s utility bill? Fortunately, though, you do not have to choose between shivering under mountains of blankets or paying a monstrous utility bill. These tips can help you lower heating costs during […]

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Common Heat Pump Repairs Explained

December 15th, 2020

Heat pumps come highly recommended as energy-efficient heating and cooling systems that are ideally suited for climates like you’d expect in Jacksonville, Florida. These are reliable devices, too, particularly when installed by qualified HVAC technicians, and when serviced through routine maintenance. Even so, problems can arise with heat pumps, so let’s take a look at […]

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Heat Pump Reverse Valve: How It Works

November 14th, 2019

If your HVAC system has a heat pump, you already know that this term can seem like a misnomer: after all, in Jacksonville’s mild climate, the heat pump provides far more cool air than warm. This ability to produce air at a wide range of temperatures can be attributed to the reversing valve, a metal […]

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