The weather in Florida is always changing. In the summer, one day it could be 95 degrees and the next it could be 85 and in the winter, it could be 35 degrees one day and the next 65 degrees! With these fluctuating temperatures, sometimes the cost of heating or cooling your home can be on the expensive side.

There are some things you can do in order to keep those costs lower. One idea is to clean and replace your air filters as often as recommended by a professional for your home. Each home is different on when this time is, visit our blog for more information on when to change your air filter.

Another idea is to close the blinds or drapes in your home. This reduces the heat gain in your home, making your air conditioner work a little less hard.

The third way of reducing costs for your AC unit is by turning on your fans all over the home. By doing this, you circulate the air in the home and your unit will not have to work as hard in areas where the sun creates higher heat gain. Although you may think that fans will make your electric bill go up, this is not the case because fans do not require as much energy as many think.

The last tip is to minimize the washing and drying of clothes, cooking, and showering during the day. These activities add more humidity to the air which makes more work for your AC unit. If you do intend on doing these activities during the day, be sure to use the ventilating fans.

All of these tips can result in lower home heating and cooling costs.

For more information and helpful hints by Promag Energy Group, call 407-380-5560 (Orlando) or 772-370-2464 (Ft. Pierce).

We all know how important it is to give your Florida air conditioning systems a check-up. The only problem here is with the economy today. People are not giving their units the proper amount of attention because of the cost factor. Well, now, you are in luck.

Promag Energy Group is offering a FREE service call with repair. This means that if you call Promag Energy Group to make the necessary repair to your air conditioning system, then they will not charge you for the check-up fee. What an awesome deal!

So make sure you call Promag Energy Group today to make your appointment for an AC check-up at 407-380-5560 (Orlando, FL) or 772-370-2464 (Ft. Pierce, FL).

One of the most important things to do in order to give your air conditioning system longevity is change its filter, but how often is it necessary? This is a question that many people have, but unfortunately there isn’t an exact answer. Generally you want to change your AC filter every three to six months, but every home is different so the time frame may vary between changes. It is important to know how often for your own house because if you wait too long to change the filter, the equipment efficiency will deteriorate and the cost of operations will increase. If your filter is changed more often than necessary, you are wasting money on filter costs.

One major factor is dust. The amount of dust in the area you live in directly effects the time frame between filter changes. For example, if your area has more dust, it would be closer to the three month mark. Whereas, if the area you live in has less dust, you could wait closer to six months. The keys is, however, that you never want to exceed six months in between filter changes.

In addition to that, the more efficient the air filtration is, the more often it will need to be replaced or cleaned. This is just something to look into when deciphering when to take care of your filter. Again, every system and house is different, so this is just a guideline.

Replacing the air conditioning filter is something you can take care of yourself at home, but it is important to get a professionals opinion on the matter before you do damage to either your AC system or even your pocket. So call Promag Energy Group today at 407-380-5560 (Orlando) or 772-370-2464 (Ft. Pierce) for more information on your AC filter needs.

Boy, has this Florida summer been hot and what has received the brunt of it all? Our air conditioning systems. Just like people, AC units need to have the occasional check up and as we transition into the fall season, now is the perfect time!

So get your AC tuned to give it that extra boost you want by Promag Energy Group today by calling the Orlando number at 407-380-5560 or Ft. Pierce number at 772-370-2464.

During the summer, your Orlando home or workplace can get quite hot and a lot of the time this due to the duct work of your air conditioning systems.

In order for your Orlando air conditioning systems to work to its fullest, the air must be directed to the appropriate places. This is done through properly installed duct works. If the duct work is not installed correctly, the result is poor performance with bad air flow, leaky duct work systems, and unusually high utility bills.

Something to take into account is the actual size of the duct work. With an oversized duct, the air will not flow as full or steady. With an undersized duct, the system will become quite noisy because of the strain mechanically. So, in order to stay cool, utilize a professional to install your air conditioning system with its proper duct work.

The Orlando air conditioning experts at Promag Energy Group provides professional duct cleaning services. For more information on our many AC repair, duct cleaning, and air conditioning services contact us today by calling 407-380-5560.

Summer time can be brutal for your air conditioning until, especially if you live in Orlando. With the heat index, it’s supposed to feel like it is 102 degrees out! YIKES! Here are just a couple of hints & tips to consider as we make it through this…..cruel, cruel summer!

- Close all unnecessary openings, fireplace dampers, doors and windows

- Set thermostat to 77 or 78 degrees. Setting thermostat at 72 can increase cooling costs 12 – 47%

- Keep out the sun with draperies, blinds, or shates

- Don’t set thermostat lower than desired temperature.

- Examine air filter every 3 months. a dusty or dirty air filter can reduce air flow

- Seal your ducts; leaking ductwork can account for 25 percent of cooling costs in an average home. call Promag Energy Group to test your ducts and replace if necessary.

- If your ac is about to go, consider replacing it with an energy efficient unit to help save up to 10%

Does your air conditioning unit have  a safety float switch installed in the drain line? In my previous post I talked about the homemade central air conditioning unit a lady created in her attic. One of the many bad outcomes that could have happened was damage to her ceiling if the drain line of the window air conditioning unit clogged up and the kiddie pool over flowed onto her ceiling.

One thing all home owners could do to prevent flood damage to their homes is to have a safety float switch installed in the secondary drain line of their ac unit. What often happens is debris and algae clog up the line and the water has nowhere else to go except to overflow out of the drain pan. The safety float switch is designed to react to the rising water. When the water reaches a certain level the safety float switch will rise up tripping a switch that shuts off your unit and prevents water damage to your home. Adding a cup of bleach or algae tabs to your drain pan every 1-3 months is also recommended to help keep drain lines clean.

If you live in the Orlando area and are unsure if your air conditioning unit has a safety float switch installed you can call your Orlando Air Conditioning Experts to examine your drain line. If it is determined that your unit is missing a safety float switch Promag Energy Group can easily install one for you.

Call us today at 407-380-5560 or visit our web site for more information on our Orlando Air Conditioning Service Specials.

You know it’s time to call an Orlando air conditioning professional when your spouse comes up with the great idea of using a window air conditioner and a kiddie pool as your central cooling system. I came across this picture at InspectAPedia. The lady in the picture looks so proud to show off her innovative air conditioning creation.

Let’s count the ways that this is just wrong…

1) How efficient is this? Window air conditioning units are made to cool a room…not the whole house. This little air conditioning unit is probably running all day and night. Her electric bill will be outrageous.

2) How safe is this?!? Having the unit sitting in a pool that can fill with water if her drain hole gets clogged can cause the unit to short out possibly burning down her home or electrocuting someone.

3) How healthy can this be? Do you see all the black mold everywhere? Running the window air conditioner in the attic is causing too much moisture to accumulate. Add all that moisture to the extreme heat in the attic and you have a breeding ground for mold.

All I can do is shake my head in disbelief. Please Orlando, contact an air conditioning professional if you or someone you love comes up with a similar idea to solve your air conditioning problems. As your Orlando Air Conditioner Experts, we can repair your existing AC unit or install a new unit that will do the job and save you money. Check out our AC repair and installation specials.

As you all know, when the heat is on in Orlando, it’s on.  When is the last time you’ve had your air conditioner checked by an Orlando air conditioning professional?

Promag  Energy Group of Orlando specializes in preventative air conditioning maintenance, give us a call today to see how we can help you reduce your energy bill and keep your family cool and comfortable during the summer months.

Call us today at 407-380-5560 or visit our web site for more information on our Orlando Air Conditioning Service Specials.

Living in Orlando means that you depend on your air conditioner all year long. We depend on our air conditioner to get us through these unbelievably sweltering days and muggy nights. I often think about the days before air conditioning and how people managed to get a good night sleep. My perfect sleeping temperature is 76 and many prefer it much cooler.

As Floridians, we depend on our air conditioners as much as we do our cars. It is a daily necessity. As with all necessities,  it is important to keep it in tip top shape so we do not have to spend a sweat soaked night tossing and turning in misery. Here are some tips to keeping your air conditioning unit functioning at it’s best.

When you are not running your air conditioner effectively, you could pay for it with higher electric bills and maintenance calls.

One big power gobbler is setting your thermostat to 68 degrees once summer hits or 80 in the winter. Your air conditioner will continually run trying to reach these levels. If you want to be more efficient set your thermostat between 76-78 degrees during the summer and 68-70 during the winter.

Speaking of thermostats, is yours working properly? Many times the thermostat will read a higher temperature when your home is actually much cooler. This will make your air conditioner work over time and put unneeded  wear and tear on your unit and increase your power bill. If you suspect a problem with your thermostat, we recommend having a professional calibrate it for you.

Another drain on your air conditioner is the filter. We can’t say it enough, you have to change your filter or clean it (depending on what kind you have) often. At least check it once a month and if it’s dirty replace it. Some homes can go 3 months without cleaning and some will require a once per month cleaning. Your AC needs to be able to circulate the air through your home easily. If the filter is clogged it pulls the efficiency of your air conditioner down.

Lastly, put your air conditioner on a regular maintenance schedule. Your car needs a maintenance schedule to make sure that the fluid levels are right and that all the parts are functioning the way that they should. The same goes for your air conditioner, refrigerant levels need to be checked, the coils need cleaning, and an overall check should be done once per year for your air conditioning unit to function as efficiently as possible.

If you live in the Orlando or Central Florida area, call the  Orlando Air Conditioning Experts to schedule your 24 Point Inspection today:

Fort Pierce, Vero Beach……. 772-370-2464

Port St. Lucie, Jensen Beach…… 772-467-3227

Cocoa Beach, Titusville………. 321-735-0649

Melbourne, Sebastian ……….. 561-337-4108

Orlando, Kissimmee …………… 407-380-5560

Kissimmee, St. Cloud…………. 407-957-6300