If your internal space is limited, rooftop HVAC units maintain temperature control without an intrusive footprint inside your building.
Rooftop A/C units provide many benefits, however, they do cost more. Roof-mount air conditioners, don't suffer from a split-component problem. Instead, everything the A/C unit needs to create and distribute cold air is contained in the rooftop air conditioning unit, which is then attached to the top of your building (or home) and routed through the ductwork.
Aside from bypassing the furnace, there are several benefits to a roof-mounted unit.
First is limiting the amount of work the unit needs to do — in turn lowering your energy cost. Because cold air sinks, a rooftop install takes advantage of air's natural tendency. Forced air furnaces, meanwhile, need to push this cooled air up through the ductwork in your home, which requires greater fan speeds and more power.
Installing a rooftop air conditioner also has the advantage of keeping all moving parts together. If something breaks down in a central air conditioner, a repair technician will need to check your furnace, the A/C unit and all the connections that run between them. As a result, troubleshooting A/C problems or even routine maintenance may be time-consuming and costly. If a rooftop unit experiences a problem, a professional HVAC technician like The Tedder Company needs to look only in one place.
Roof-mount air conditioners are popular with commercial properties, in part because the units can efficiently cool large spaces and in part because they don't require any modifications to existing HVAC work.
If you're thinking of changing your HVAC to a rooftop system, call The Tedder Company in Murfreesboro. We've been in business for over 20 years and have the expertise to install your system right the first time. You can reach us at 615-890-4515.
Visit us HERE to sign up to receive our special offers and discounts! LIKE us on Facebook!
Tuesday, August 4, 2015
Energy Efficient Homes
More and more homebuilders in Middle Tennessee are leaning towards energy efficient homes. A partnership between Tennessee’s Realtors and the Federal Department of Energy aims to make your energy information available for homeowners.
Think about when you purchase a car - on the window you can look at the MPG. The goal right now is to make energy information available before buying a house. Think about looking at new homes but you're not quite sure what your energy bill will be. You want to budget for your electric and gas, but you're just not sure what your new home will run you. Wouldn't it be amazing if you could have a general idea before you buy that 8,000 square foot home!?
Realtors in Tennessee (and other states) have joined forces with the Department of Energy (DOE) to help homeowners improve their energy efficiency. The partnership makes energy information — such as the benefits of adding insulation — more available to anyone buying a house and expands existing upgrade programs.
This program should help older homes perform more like new houses, which often are significantly more energy efficient and cheaper to heat and cool.
Buying a new home is probably the most expensive purchase you'll ever make, so any way to save money is a plus!
The Tedder Company in Murfreesboro can help make your home more energy efficient! Call us today at 615-890-4515.
Visit us HERE for special offers and discounts! Also, don't forget to LIKE us on Facebook.
Think about when you purchase a car - on the window you can look at the MPG. The goal right now is to make energy information available before buying a house. Think about looking at new homes but you're not quite sure what your energy bill will be. You want to budget for your electric and gas, but you're just not sure what your new home will run you. Wouldn't it be amazing if you could have a general idea before you buy that 8,000 square foot home!?
Realtors in Tennessee (and other states) have joined forces with the Department of Energy (DOE) to help homeowners improve their energy efficiency. The partnership makes energy information — such as the benefits of adding insulation — more available to anyone buying a house and expands existing upgrade programs.
This program should help older homes perform more like new houses, which often are significantly more energy efficient and cheaper to heat and cool.
Buying a new home is probably the most expensive purchase you'll ever make, so any way to save money is a plus!
The Tedder Company in Murfreesboro can help make your home more energy efficient! Call us today at 615-890-4515.
Visit us HERE for special offers and discounts! Also, don't forget to LIKE us on Facebook.
Wednesday, June 17, 2015
Prepare Your AC For Scorching Middle TN Temps
Have you walked outside the last few days? I don't know about you, but I sure don't enjoy 3-digit temperatures! Along with these crazy high temperatures come crazy high electric bills. I just got mine - $321. Yep. If you're like me, I'm trying to cut EVERY cost possible. Starting with making sure my AC unit is maintained and running smoothly!
There are a few things you can do to get your AC units in tip-top shape:
Clean your filter. A dirty or clogged filter can cause a lot of unneeded problems. If the filter's dirty, it restricts the air flow which cuts down on the capacity of the system.
Clean your AC condenser coil. You want to make sure that it's clean otherwise you could get a backup and a leak situation, especially if the unit is in your attic! No good!
Get a good tune up. Have a certified technician from The Tedder Company come check all of your systems; the refrigerant side and the electrical side.
It is crucial to taking appropriate measures now to avoid an air conditioning emergency this summer!
The Tedder Company has been servicing Middle Tennessee and installing quality air conditioner and heating units since 1983. If you're not ready to install a new energy efficient system call The Tedder Company today to get your HVAC system repaired quickly and affordably!
For a free estimate, give us a call at 615-890-4515! Be sure to visit us HERE and sign up for our special offers and discounts! We love to save you money! Also, get social and visit us on Facebook!
There are a few things you can do to get your AC units in tip-top shape:
Clean your filter. A dirty or clogged filter can cause a lot of unneeded problems. If the filter's dirty, it restricts the air flow which cuts down on the capacity of the system.
Clean your AC condenser coil. You want to make sure that it's clean otherwise you could get a backup and a leak situation, especially if the unit is in your attic! No good!
Get a good tune up. Have a certified technician from The Tedder Company come check all of your systems; the refrigerant side and the electrical side.
It is crucial to taking appropriate measures now to avoid an air conditioning emergency this summer!
The Tedder Company has been servicing Middle Tennessee and installing quality air conditioner and heating units since 1983. If you're not ready to install a new energy efficient system call The Tedder Company today to get your HVAC system repaired quickly and affordably!
For a free estimate, give us a call at 615-890-4515! Be sure to visit us HERE and sign up for our special offers and discounts! We love to save you money! Also, get social and visit us on Facebook!
Friday, June 5, 2015
New Ductile Air Conditioners
If you're one of those people who doesn't think about ordering firewood until October, or cleaning out your gutters until the first snowfall is actually upon us, well, warm weather is now here and it's time to think about that new air-conditioning system you meant to order all winter and spring....
If you live in an older home and are eager to abandon your creaky window units and install central air, until recently, that meant spending tens of thousands of dollars to retrofit your home with new ducts for air conditioning. Even after all of that, the ducts are often ugly and fit poorly in a graceful old home with lots of wood and stone. In older homes, duct work can be very challenging!
But now there are new ductless units — for cooling and heating —that don't need to be used in windows. Instead they are mounted on a wall or possibly recessed in a ceiling.
You may have already seen these new ductless units in restaurants and commercial spaces. For homeowners, these ductless units are good for additions and great rooms, along with homes that don't have any existing ductwork. The ductless units can also go on your roof. They may be a good option for condo and coop owners, too.
Your typical unit is about 2 to 3 feet long by 10 inches high, and they stick out from the wall about 8 inches.
How do they work? Tubing connects an indoor wall unit to an outdoor compressor that's shaped sort of like a briefcase. Along with being much quieter than other compressors, they're super-efficient; much more efficient that central air conditioning.
Heating and air conditioning your home account for 43 percent of your monthly utility bill, according to the U.S. Department of Energy, so any increase in energy efficiency can add up to big savings.
Most experts recommend that you have an annual service contract for big air conditioning units and heating systems.The Tedder Company in Middle Tennessee's premiere HVAC company. You can trust us with all of your HVAC needs including install, repair, and regular maintenance! Give us a call today at 615-890-4515.
Don't forget to visit us HERE to sign up for special offers and discounts! Don't forget to LIKE us on Facebook!
If you live in an older home and are eager to abandon your creaky window units and install central air, until recently, that meant spending tens of thousands of dollars to retrofit your home with new ducts for air conditioning. Even after all of that, the ducts are often ugly and fit poorly in a graceful old home with lots of wood and stone. In older homes, duct work can be very challenging!
But now there are new ductless units — for cooling and heating —that don't need to be used in windows. Instead they are mounted on a wall or possibly recessed in a ceiling.
You may have already seen these new ductless units in restaurants and commercial spaces. For homeowners, these ductless units are good for additions and great rooms, along with homes that don't have any existing ductwork. The ductless units can also go on your roof. They may be a good option for condo and coop owners, too.
Going Ductless
Your typical unit is about 2 to 3 feet long by 10 inches high, and they stick out from the wall about 8 inches.
How do they work? Tubing connects an indoor wall unit to an outdoor compressor that's shaped sort of like a briefcase. Along with being much quieter than other compressors, they're super-efficient; much more efficient that central air conditioning.
Heating and air conditioning your home account for 43 percent of your monthly utility bill, according to the U.S. Department of Energy, so any increase in energy efficiency can add up to big savings.
Most experts recommend that you have an annual service contract for big air conditioning units and heating systems.The Tedder Company in Middle Tennessee's premiere HVAC company. You can trust us with all of your HVAC needs including install, repair, and regular maintenance! Give us a call today at 615-890-4515.
Don't forget to visit us HERE to sign up for special offers and discounts! Don't forget to LIKE us on Facebook!
Sunday, May 10, 2015
AC Preventative Maintenance
With the summer seemingly in full spring, your AC is probably on full blast already! It's only May! Are you not only worried about your electric bill, but a possible repair bill as well?
How will you know when your air conditioner is ready to see a professional like The Tedder Company?
Even if your air conditioner doesn’t seem to be having issues right now, it still may be the ideal time to set up an appointment for an expert AC service technician from The Tedder Company in Nashville to come take a look at it. Like most things in life, when you wait until there is a problem with your system in the peak summer season, not only will you spend more money, you might not get service as fast as you'd like since AC companies are obviously extremely busy in the hotter months!
Routine air conditioner service, at least yearly, could also help you save on your monthly energy expenses by ensuring that your air conditioner is working at top efficiency, offering you cost-effective comfort.
Kick off the summer with a well-maintained and serviced air conditioner by The Tedder Company! Rest easy knowing that your comfort needs will be met when the temperatures get their hottest. Call The Tedder Company today to set up an appointment at 615-890-4515.
We're experts in heating repair and installs and provide efficient service in the greater Murfreesboro, Franklin, and Nashville area.
Be sure to visit us HERE and sign up for special offers and discounts! LIKE us on Facebook!
How will you know when your air conditioner is ready to see a professional like The Tedder Company?
Even if your air conditioner doesn’t seem to be having issues right now, it still may be the ideal time to set up an appointment for an expert AC service technician from The Tedder Company in Nashville to come take a look at it. Like most things in life, when you wait until there is a problem with your system in the peak summer season, not only will you spend more money, you might not get service as fast as you'd like since AC companies are obviously extremely busy in the hotter months!
Routine air conditioner service, at least yearly, could also help you save on your monthly energy expenses by ensuring that your air conditioner is working at top efficiency, offering you cost-effective comfort.
Kick off the summer with a well-maintained and serviced air conditioner by The Tedder Company! Rest easy knowing that your comfort needs will be met when the temperatures get their hottest. Call The Tedder Company today to set up an appointment at 615-890-4515.
We're experts in heating repair and installs and provide efficient service in the greater Murfreesboro, Franklin, and Nashville area.
Be sure to visit us HERE and sign up for special offers and discounts! LIKE us on Facebook!
Saturday, April 25, 2015
Spring HVAC Air Duct Cleaning
Now that we're finally experiencing the beautiful warm weather Middle Tennessee has to offer, some of you are already running your AC which means it's time you make sure your system is CLEAN and in tip top shape for summer! Other than the health benefits of keeping your air ducts clean, it's a fact that having your air ducts cleaned and all the junk removed can boost the efficiency of your HVAC system.
Little known fact: Did you know that approximately 5-7 times a day the air in your home circulates through the air ducts of your HVAC heating and cooling system, carrying with it the dust and debris of everyday living.
I found this out the hard way... when I didn't clean/change my filter for almost a year.... oops!
Your furnace filter catches much of the junk circulating in your house (unless you're like me & don't change your filter!), but neglect, remodeling projects, or less than professional duct installation can lead to a buildup of gunk inside your ductwork that threatens the efficiency of your HVAC system.
Not so sure how to get those Air Ducts clean? That's okay! The Tedder Company is the premiere HVAC company in Middle Tennessee!
How are ducts cleaned? Dislodging and removing dust and debris is done with one or more of the following methods:
1. Hand-held vacuuming: Workers use a brush attached to a large portable vacuum equipped with a HEPA (high-efficiency particulate air) filter. This method may leave pockets of dust behind.
2. Mechanical brush: A rotating brush is fed into the ductwork. A truck-mounted vacuum sucks away debris. Before choosing this method, make sure your system is in good shape as this brush could harm poorly installed systems.
3. Air sweep: A truck-mounted vacuum system takes away dust and debris dislodged by a compressed-air hose fed into the ducts.
Of the three above methods, the air sweep method usually does the most effective job. To figure out which method is best for your home, call the experts at The Tedder Company today at 615-890-4515. We have over 40 years of experience in the HVAC industry! You can't go wrong with that type of experience!
Looking to save money? Visit us HERE to sign up for special savings! LIKE us on Facebook and be on the look out for special savings there, too!
Little known fact: Did you know that approximately 5-7 times a day the air in your home circulates through the air ducts of your HVAC heating and cooling system, carrying with it the dust and debris of everyday living.
I found this out the hard way... when I didn't clean/change my filter for almost a year.... oops!
Your furnace filter catches much of the junk circulating in your house (unless you're like me & don't change your filter!), but neglect, remodeling projects, or less than professional duct installation can lead to a buildup of gunk inside your ductwork that threatens the efficiency of your HVAC system.
Not so sure how to get those Air Ducts clean? That's okay! The Tedder Company is the premiere HVAC company in Middle Tennessee!
How are ducts cleaned? Dislodging and removing dust and debris is done with one or more of the following methods:
1. Hand-held vacuuming: Workers use a brush attached to a large portable vacuum equipped with a HEPA (high-efficiency particulate air) filter. This method may leave pockets of dust behind.
2. Mechanical brush: A rotating brush is fed into the ductwork. A truck-mounted vacuum sucks away debris. Before choosing this method, make sure your system is in good shape as this brush could harm poorly installed systems.
3. Air sweep: A truck-mounted vacuum system takes away dust and debris dislodged by a compressed-air hose fed into the ducts.
Of the three above methods, the air sweep method usually does the most effective job. To figure out which method is best for your home, call the experts at The Tedder Company today at 615-890-4515. We have over 40 years of experience in the HVAC industry! You can't go wrong with that type of experience!
Looking to save money? Visit us HERE to sign up for special savings! LIKE us on Facebook and be on the look out for special savings there, too!
Thursday, April 9, 2015
Spring HVAC Maintenance
Yep! It's that time of the year! Spring Cleaning! Don't you love it? Okay, maybe you don't love that part, but you DO love Spring!
Before you start the spring cleaning process, checking your HVAC system is super important and often gets overlooked! Don't worry, The Tedder Company of Middle Tennessee has you covered!
1. Always check your air-conditioning and heating equipment before the beginning of a new season.
2. Check and replace your furnace and air-conditioning filters every month. This is something I constantly forget to do! As you probably already know, there are several types of filters to choose from depending on your needs. Fiberglass filters only last a month while HEPA filters last up to six months and can be cleaned with a vacuum nozzle.
3. Most air conditioners have a drainage hole on the base of the cabinet (beneath the evaporator fins). This hole needs to be kept clear in order for the air conditioner to work properly. It's a good idea each spring to use a paper clip or wire to poke through the hole and clear it out.
4. To keep your dehumidifier working properly, remove its housing and let the unit dry completely. Vacuum every accessible surface and crevice.
5. Clean your bathroom fans yearly (at least). This means taking the cover off, washing it in soapy water and cleaning the dirt off the fan blades. Don't forget - turn the power off before you do this!
6. Replace the batteries in ALL of your smoke and carbon-monoxide detectors twice a year - during each of the time changes.
If you're HVAC system is in need of some TLC or perhaps you need a new unit installation, don't fear! Call The Tedder Company at 615-890-4515. We service all of Middle Tennessee and surrounding areas including Murfreesboro, Smyrna and more. With over 40 years of experience, you can count on us to get the job done right!
Visit us HERE for special offers and discounts! LIKE us on Facebook!
Subscribe to:
Comments (Atom)