Air Conditioning Articles

Air Conditioners: Things You May Not Have Known

October 15, 2024
Air Conditioners: Things You May Not Have Known. AC units,

Though air conditioners are a major part of modern life, they hold many secrets few people know about.
Luckily, our team at MLD Services is ready to spill the beans.

Continue Reading

Why Air Conditioners Freeze Up

September 16, 2024
Why Air Conditioners Freeze Up. Frozen AC unots.

Did you accidentally stumble upon your air conditioning (AC) unit’s “winter weather” setting? Nope. You’re probably experiencing an air conditioner freeze up.

Continue Reading

Understanding Your Air Conditioner

July 15, 2024
Understanding Your Air Conditioner. Tech with customer.

Your air conditioner lives in your home full time—why not get acquainted with it?  By understanding your air conditioner and your AC’s components and functions, you’ll have an easier time caring for it. Problems will be easier to identify and communicate to one of our MLD Services specialists.

Continue Reading

SEER––What Does It Mean?

June 14, 2024
SEER––What Does It Mean? Circle knob with

SEER stands for Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio. This universal rating system helps you determine the efficiency of your Texas air conditioning (AC) unit or heat pump. 

Continue Reading

Air Conditioning Basics––Did You Know?

May 15, 2024
Air Conditioning Basics––Did You Know? Air Conditioning units.

Today’s air conditioner (AC) is based on a prototype invented in 1902 by Willis Carrier, an engineer from Buffalo, New York. Unlike earlier forms of cooling, Carrier’s model controlled the temperature by removing heat and humidity from the air.

Continue Reading

3 Signs It’s Time For a New AC

April 15, 2024
Family sitting in front of fan.

Deciding on the ideal time to replace your air conditioning system in Round Rock can be a challenge, so here are three areas our MLD Services professionals suggest you monitor for telltale signs:

Continue Reading

5 Common AC Problems

September 13, 2023
close-up of an HVAC fan.

Not only will your electric bills in Texas be cheaper––your AC system will last longer. Plus, your equipment will be operating at its best, so you will experience maximum comfort.

Continue Reading

Common AC Problems and Solutions

August 16, 2023
Common AC Problems and Solutions - Black woman sweating and trying to refresh at home.

When the weather gets really hot in Leander, the last thing you want is a broken air conditioner.

Continue Reading

AC and Allergies

June 14, 2023
AC & Allergies - A tree branch full of pollen and allergens.

Summertime is the season for rest and relaxation—except when pollen decides to crash your party.

Continue Reading

Why Schedule Air Conditioning Maintenance?

April 10, 2023
Why Schedule Air Conditioning Maintenance? Toolbox sitting on top of an air conditioning unit with a clip board that reads,

It’s about to heat up here in Leander. Make sure your air conditioner (AC) is primed for the Texas summer heat rays by scheduling a seasonal maintenance visit. 

Continue Reading

Do I Really Need an AC Tune-Up?

March 13, 2023
Image of a technician working on an AC unit. Do I Really Need an AC Tune-Up?

It’s easy to bump things like an air conditioner tune-up down the priority list, both in terms of time and money.

Continue Reading

How Environmental Issues Can Affect Your AC

October 13, 2022
How Environmental Issues Can Affect Your AC. Image depicts person opening window.

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 Leander home. However, many environmental issues also play…

Continue Reading

3 Health Benefits for Using Your AC While Sleeping

July 19, 2022
3 Health Benefits for Using Your AC While Sleeping

A major part of your health relies on getting a good night’s sleep. That’s why it’s not just important to run your air conditioner during the hot summer days. You also need to keep your home comfortably cool at night as well.

Continue Reading

Consider a Ductless AC System

June 16, 2022
Consider a Ductless AC System

When you think of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, you probably think of the furnace and air conditioner (AC) equipment inside, an air conditioner component outside, and a network of ducts running throughout your Leander home. 

Continue Reading

3 Telltale Signs It’s Time for a New AC

May 16, 2022
air conditioner system

Deciding on the ideal time to replace your air conditioning system in Leander can be a challenge, so here are three areas our MLD Services professionals suggest you monitor for telltale signs:

Continue Reading

Is It Normal for My AC to Turn On and Off?

April 20, 2022
hand controlling white thermostat

When an air conditioner (AC) turns on and off in rather quick successions, without running for longer periods, this is called short cycling. It’s fairly common, but when this happens it means there’s something wrong with your air conditioner. So what should you do?

Continue Reading

AC Maintenance Checklist

March 16, 2022
Technician performing maintenance on ac unit

Be sure you take the time to perform basic maintenance regularly as well as invest in a professional checkup at least once a year. According to the US Department of Energy (DOE), good maintenance can save you money and reduce your energy usage.

Continue Reading

Why Is My AC Blowing Hot Air?

July 8, 2021
Why Is My AC Blowing Hot Air?

It’s the first really hot day of summer in Leander when the floor fans and the open windows just don’t cut it anymore. You head over to your thermostat and select “air conditioner” and wait for that refreshing icy air to start blowing out of your vents. When you check a few minutes later, you feel only hot air. Why?

Continue Reading

Why Do I Need AC Maintenance Now?

April 5, 2021
Service Industry: Work tools on air conditioners. Outside residential home.

An air conditioner (AC), just like a car, needs regular maintenance and service to run efficiently. At MLD Services, we recommend getting your air conditioning unit serviced and cleaned at least once a year. The optimum time is in the spring to ensure your system will run with the most efficiency during the hottest summer months. You need to be able to rely on your air conditioner for your comfort here in Leander.

Continue Reading