Why is My Buckeye Lake Air Conditioner Making a Rattling Noise?

Dor-Mar service technician cleans inside and outdoor AC condenser unit

For most Buckeye Lake residents, a rattling noise from a home air conditioner sets off alarm bells, as it should. There could be a number of reasons your AC is rattling, but it’s not necessary to panic. There are a few all-too-common explanations for why your AC equipment is making a rattling noise. Outdoor unit […]

When was R22 Phased Out?

Dor-Mar HVAC technician recharging r22 coolant

Introduction to R22 If you’ve ever enjoyed the cool breeze from an air conditioner or relished the freshness of your fridge, you’ve likely benefited from R22. Also known as Freon-22, R22 has been a staple in cooling appliances for decades. But here’s the twist: R22 is not the hero we thought it was. Its environmental […]

Five Tips to Prepare Your Home’s HVAC for Stormy Weather

Prepare your home's HVAC for severe storms

Reduce the chance of damage and maintain your home’s indoor air quality to stay comfortable during storm season using our five tips below. If you’ve lived in places like Pickerington or Reynoldsburg, Ohio and nearby for any length of time, you know that storms bring plenty of wind and rain. Along with that, they often […]

How Do Extremely Hot Days Affect My Home’s Air Conditioner [New Albany Ohio]?

air conditioner repair New Albany Ohio

The temperature outside is 97 degrees. Try to imagine working outside in that heat and humidity (some of us have to!). Do you think the average New Albany Ohio homeowner doing outside work has to exert more energy because of the extreme heat and oppressive humidity? The answer is obvious. Of course you would use […]

Tips to Prepare Your Air Conditioning in 2021 – Before You Turn It On

Tips to Prepare Your Air Conditioning in 2021 – Before You Turn It On 1

Spring has finally arrived in the Central Ohio area in all its splendor, along with the requisite rain! I guess in our case, the showers we had in March will bring April and May flowers, thanks to the early onset of warm temperatures. It’s time to start thinking about your home’s air conditioning equipment, and […]

When Should I Schedule Maintenance for My Home’s AC System?

When should we have spring AC maintenance done?

Planning season cooling system maintenance will ensure you maximize your time, your energy dollars, and the life and safety of your AC unit. The big question: WHEN is the best time to schedule your air conditioner maintenance? Many local residents in the Newark area might think it’s a bit self-serving for an HVAC Contractor to […]

MID-SUMMER HOME MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST

Spring Home maintenance checklist

In spite of this being one of the strangest years on record, with COVID-19, stay-at-home orders, social distancing, masks… we must still maintain our homes. Our specialty, of course, is maintaining your home’s heating and air conditioning systems. We would like to offer some tips for maintaining your entire home, inside and out. Since you’re […]

Why Does My Air Conditioner Turn On and Off Frequently?

Columbus AC technician troubleshooting

If your home’s air conditioning system runs for a couple of minutes, turns off for a couple minutes, then turns back on again in what seems like an endless cycle, it is probably experiencing a phenomenon called short cycling. Short cycling can create many problems for your AC system, most significantly it can cause higher […]

Common Air Conditioning Problems and How to Correct (and Prevent) Them

HVAC tech troubleshoot problems Columbus Ohio

Have you ever spent a hot summer in the central Ohio area, in a home or business suffering from air conditioning issues? If you’re like us, it’s an experience you don’t want to repeat. If that’s the case, don’t leave your family’s summer comfort to random chance. Read about the most common air conditioning problems […]

Why is My Air Conditioner Leaking Water Inside the House?

HVAC condensate leak Columbus Ohio

When your air conditioner is humming along and cooling your home on a muggy summer day in central Ohio, you may see water leaking around the unit inside your home. Before pondering the reason, turn off the AC thermostat and mop up the water to prevent problems with mold and rot. The answer to your […]

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