Air Conditioning
AccuAir Heating and Cooling is your #1 HVAC contractor in Bend, OR and the surrounding communities. We are the leading company for all of your air conditioning needs. If you need repairs, maintenance, or a brand new system installed, the technicians at AccuAir Heating and Cooling are the qualified and professional crew for the job.
We provide the highest quality service for your air conditioner. We also aim to educate and inform our customers. Informed decisions are good decisions. We want you to feel confident we are qualified to perform the service for which you are hiring us.
Air Conditioning Basics
The four main components to your air conditioner are:
Condenser: The condenser is the outside metal unit and where the gas from the compressor is condensed into a liquid. The gas entering the condenser is very hot. The temperature is then lowered, so the gas can convert back to a liquid.
Compressor: The compressor is inside the condenser. It circulates the pressurized refrigerant, to concentrate the heat, and changes the low pressure gas to high pressure.
Evaporator: The evaporator is the part of the system inside the home. In simple language, it absorbs the heat from your home.
Expansion Valve: The expansion valve controls the amount of refrigerant in your system.
All of these pieces are connected by a copper tube that handles refrigerant, creating a closed loop. Heat is collected in the evaporator, sent outside to the condenser. The heat is removed, and the cool air is recirculated back into your home.
AC Facts
An Air Conditioner Doesn’t Create Cool Air.
What happens in the AC process is actually the removal of heat from the air. Your AC uses a chemical called refrigerant to remove heat and transfer it outside. The warm air runs through the lines and coils in your unit and goes from liquid to gas and back again. During this process, the refrigerant removes the heat and transfers it elsewhere so that when the air comes out the other side, it is cool.
Your AC Will Remove Humidity.
Lower humidity helps the overall comfort level in your home by making you feel cooler, even if the temperature is the same.
Your Air Filter Needs To Be Checked And Replaced Every Three To Six Months.
(depending on the manufacturer’s recommendations)
A dirty air filter restricts your air flow, which reduces efficiency, costing you money, and over time can put stress on your unit and could cause a costly repair.
Maintenance, Maintenance, Maintenance.
Your air conditioner needs regular checkups to keep it running in tip-top shape. Having regular annual preventative maintenance will bring your system longer life and fewer breakdowns over all.
SEER
The Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) measures air conditioning and heat pump cooling efficiency, which is calculated by the cooling output for a typical cooling season divided by the total electric energy input during the same time frame. A higher SEER rating means greater energy efficiency.
At AccuAir Heating and Cooling, we provide all the services you need to keep your AC running in top-notch shape. Call us at 541-504-8400 for repairs, maintenance, or new-system installation.
How Much Money Can a New Air Conditioner Save You?
Our SEER2 (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) energy savings calculator can help determine how much you could save on your utility bills. Simply enter your current unit’s SEER value and compare it to a newer, more efficient SEER2 unit. You can even customize it to better match your home’s system for a more accurate calculation.
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Need Air Conditioner Service?
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Air Conditioning Maintenance in Redmond, OR, OR 97556
Air Conditioning Repair in Redmond, OR, OR 97756
“The wonderful young man that came and fixed the air conditioning was a delightful, knowledgeable young man and your company is very fortunate to have him. In today’s world where it is so difficult to get good help I was very impressed with him. Thank you”
– Patricia H.
Air Conditioner Maintenance in Redmond, OR 97756
“Excellent as always! Personable, efficient and answered all my questions clearly.”
– Carl P.
Air Conditioner Maintenance in Redmond, OR 97756
“Alex does an excellent job every time he comes to my facility. Great service and fair pricing.”
– Dave C.
Air Conditioner Maintenance in Redmond, OR 97756
“Alex did a great job serving my heater and air conditioning. He pointed out an electoral problem that no one has ever mentioned to me. He also found a heater part that was going bad and would have caused problems during the winter. I feel that Alex did a very thorough job and I am very pleased with his service.”
– Laura T.
Air Conditioner Maintenance in Bend, OR 97702
“Customer service is always awesome with you guys. Thank You”
– John V.
Air Conditioner Installation in Bend, OR 97703
“AccuAir never disappoints. The team was on time, worked hard, were very professional (for example, always put booties on before coming inside). Special shout out to Mason for his supervision and follow up.”
– Jerry W.
Air Conditioner Repair in Bend, OR 97703
“Mason was wonderful. He was thorough and explained everything clearly. A great representative for the company. We would definitely recommend him and AccuAir!”
– Jerry W.
Air Conditioner Repair in Crooked River Ranch, OR 97760
“Our air conditioning unit was not working properly during a heat wave on a Saturday and we called a AccuAir and we were put on their list that day to have it checked out. We were so glad to have it addressed so quickly!
Our service technician was Mason Thomas and he was amazing! We had had interaction with Mason before and he is always so kind, professional, knowledgeable, and friendly! Thank you Mason for the great service!”
– Bruce S.
Air Conditioner Maintenance in Bend, OR 97702
“Ryan was very professional and polite.
I am never disappointed with AccAir’s techs!”
– Laurie M.
AccuAir Heating and Cooling proudly provides HVAC service to Bend, Culver, La Pine, Madras, Prineville, Redmond, Sisters, Sunriver, Terrebonne - Crooked River Ranch, OR and the surrounding communities. Visit our service area page for more coverage details, call us at 541-504-8400, or request service online today.