Air Conditioning Articles

Beat The Summer Heat With This Comprehensive AC Guide in Fort Collins, CO

April 26, 2024

Everything You Need to Know to Optimize Your AC’s Performance Now that spring is here in Fort Collins, it’s time to start thinking about your home’s air conditioner system. You want to prepare now so that you can address any issues before it gets too hot during summer.  Taking care of your system ensures that…

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Common AC Problems and Solutions

August 16, 2023
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When the weather gets really hot in Loveland, the last thing you want is a broken air conditioner.

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Why Is My AC Blowing Hot Air?

July 14, 2023
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Operating with a clean filter prevents circulation issues and promotes healthy indoor air quality (IAQ), which is especially important during allergy season.

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5 Common AC Problems

May 16, 2022
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Balance Point is always eager to educate our Fort Collins area customers on heating and cooling home care. Whether you have an AC, furnace, heat pump, or ductless mini split, we want you to get the most out of your investment.

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SEER––What Does It Mean?

May 3, 2021
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SEER is a term that gets thrown around a lot in reference to air conditioning (AC) products. As a homeowner, it’s helpful to know what it means. SEER is an acronym for Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio. Essentially, it’s a rating system that allows you to quickly determine an air conditioner’s energy efficiency. Its rating is determined by taking the number of BTUs (the cooling speed) and dividing it by the machine’s wattage.

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How Can I Afford a New AC System (and Other HVAC Equipment)?

August 17, 2020
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The COVID-19 pandemic has affected so many lives around us, both health-wise and financially. At Balance Point Heating & Air Conditioning, we remain committed to providing the best service to all our Colorado customers during this difficult time. Let’s stick together as a community and help each other whenever we can.

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What Is the Difference Between Single-Stage and Variable-Speed ACs?

June 18, 2020
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What’s the difference between single-stage and variable-speed air conditioners? Our team wants to help you find the right AC for your home.

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Be an Informed Consumer by Learning AC Lingo

May 26, 2020
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Want to know more about your home’s air conditioner? Our team is happy to share the following definitions to teach you some common terms.

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How Environmental Issues Can Affect Your AC

March 23, 2020
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When you’re looking at how your air conditioner works, it can depend on a wide variety of factors. Most people realize that the brand you select, the size, the features, and the efficiency rating all play a role in how well an air conditioner will cool your Fort Collins home. However, many environmental issues also…

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Setting the Right Temperature for Your Ductless Mini Split

December 11, 2014
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Now that your ductless mini split is installed, you could probably use some tips for finding the perfect comfort zone.

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