The Importance of Unit Sizing

October 22, 2019

If you want to keep your home comfortable without wasting energy, your central air conditioning unit must be the correct size. The tonnage of air cooling capacity and BTU power usage per hour describe the size of AC units. However, a system with a higher rating is not automatically a superior unit for your home. At McGowan's Heating & Air Conditioning, we understand the importance of unit sizing. Drawbacks of an Over-Sized AC Cooling equipment capable of processing more air than your home holds greatly reduces energy efficiency. The problem arises because the system can cool the home

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Benefits of a Brown Out Contractor

October 1, 2019

Most people look forward to rising outdoor temperatures and fun in the sun during the spring and summer months. Rising temperatures outside also create uncomfortable heat inside. Along with seemingly ever-present heat and humidity, warm weather months also correlate with an increase in energy consumption to cool homes, offices, and other inhabited spaces. This increase in energy consumption increases the likelihood of a “brown out” or a decrease in voltage in an area’s power supply system. Brown Outs Can Be Costly A partial power outage or temporary dimming of the lights often seems like

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