We are in unprecedented times here in our great nation, state, and city. Standard has been serving our community for over 80 years, and we are ready to serve the needs of our customers and team members while doing our best to protect the needs of the community at large. Safety is one of our …
As of January 1, 2020, it is illegal to produce new Freon refrigerant or R22 (also called virgin refrigerant). Freon is a CFC gas that is harmful to the ozone layer and the phaseout was mandated via the Montreal Protocol treaty between global nations. You can legally buy Freon and use it in HVAC systems; …
Living in the South we all know what humidity is and how it feels. Thanks to air conditioning we can find relief from the summer heat indoors. The beauty of air conditioners is that they not only lower the temperature but also control and remove humidity. Air conditioners tackle two types of heat. The first …
Humidity control is just as important as temperature control! Read More »
We often get asked if it’s a good idea to run the fan in the ON position through the thermostat. Our answer is always “it depends”. In most cases, we do not recommend running the fan in the ON position, especially in commercial buildings. There are benefits to running the fan continually such as having …
Southerners are no stranger to how brutal summer can get. High temperatures, sweltering humidity, and long hours of sunlight make air conditioning necessary in the modern home. Business owners know they need to control the temperature of their environment so their employees are productive and customers are comfortable when they come to visit. And likewise, every southerner …
The Importance of Keeping Your Outdoor Unit Clean Read More »
In a previous blog, we discussed how having a clean outdoor coil helps you achieve maximum air conditioning capacity and energy efficiency, which in turn means lower operating costs. However, this is only half of the equation for your air conditioner—you also have an indoor coil that you depend on, known as your evaporator coil. What Does …
