JMS Air Conditioning and Heating Blog: Archive for the ‘Air Conditioning’ Category

Repairing vs. Replacing a System Affected by Fire

Monday, March 10th, 2025

The age of an HVAC system, the cost of an estimated repair, and energy bills are the usual factors to consider when deciding to repair or replace a system. However, you may need to upgrade to a new system sooner rather than later to protect your health and well-being. With the recent wildfires, we can assess the impact to your home comfort system and provide the best solution to help you and your family.

The good news is that you can save money when you upgrade right now. The JMS team is offering $500 off any AC or furnace purchase and installation. Keep reading to learn why you might want to replace your home HVAC system right now following the recent wildfires in Southern California.

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What Happens When HVAC Repair Needs Are Persistent?

Monday, December 16th, 2024
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If it seems like you’re having to call constantly for HVAC service, this could be a red flag that you need a new HVAC system. Making repair after repair is draining your budget, your time, and probably your patience as well. With the new system, you’ll have peace of mind and better overall energy efficiency.

Just give us a call to schedule your appointment for HVAC repair in Santa Clarita. We can talk to you about the persistent issues you’re experiencing, explain in detail what is going on, and offer you a variety of solutions. Until then, you can keep reading to learn more about why your HVAC system may be experiencing persistent repair needs.

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4 Common Late-Season Air Conditioner Repairs

Monday, October 7th, 2024

Summer is over and fall is upon us. Even though many areas will soon be turning on their heaters, here in Southern California we still need our air conditioners for a while longer. That means addressing AC repair needs, even now.

If you suspect that your air conditioner is having problems with operation, go ahead and call us to schedule an AC repair in Santa Clarita. We can check out your air conditioner from top to bottom and fix anything that is a cause for concern. You can keep reading to learn more about some of the more common air conditioning repair needs we see at this time of the year. 

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How Much is Too Much for an AC Repair?

Monday, September 23rd, 2024

If you’re facing an air conditioning repair job, you may be wondering how much is too much to pay for an AC repair need. While it really depends on the type of work being completed, we do have some general rules that we recommend you follow when it comes to air conditioning repairs. 

You can keep reading to learn more about how to judge whether or not AC repair charges are fair as well as when you should skip out on repairs and invest in a brand-new air conditioner instead. Then give our team a call when you need to schedule an AC repair in Glendale and we will be there to help.

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3 Common Ductless AC Problems and the Signs of Each One

Monday, September 9th, 2024

Ductless air conditioners face very similar problems compared to central air conditioners. However, the symptoms can manifest a little bit differently since these unique units are much smaller compared to a large central unit.

You can keep reading to learn more about three of the most common ductless air conditioning problems we see so you’ll know when to call us for air conditioning repair in Santa Monica. Identifying these problems and taking action to fix them early will ensure that your ductless unit works more effectively and has a longer lifespan with fewer repair needs.

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Tips to Help You Prepare for a New AC Installation

Monday, August 26th, 2024

If you are looking forward to getting a new air conditioner, you’re probably very excited about the prospect of a brand-new HVAC system. But how do you prepare for your air conditioning installation in Los Angeles? There are some steps you can take to ensure the process goes as smoothly as possible for everyone involved. 

We’re going to highlight some tips that can help you prepare your home and family ahead of a new air conditioner installation. Keep reading to learn how you can help our team prepare your home and children or pets ahead of installation day for your new air conditioner.

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Tips for Addressing AC Airflow Problems

Monday, August 12th, 2024

If you’re noticing weak or lukewarm airflow coming from your air conditioner, these are red flags that something is wrong with the system. You may be wondering what is causing the issues and how to address AC airflow problems. Our team is here to help you troubleshoot.

Just give us a call when you think you need AC repair in Los Angeles. You can also keep reading to learn more about the problems that might cause lukewarm or weak airflow coming from your air conditioner. No matter what the problem is, we can help you fix it and get your AC working again at its best.

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Is it Time for a New Air Conditioner?

Monday, July 15th, 2024
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If your air conditioner is already older or you’re having a lot of problems with it, now may be the time to upgrade to a new AC. We know that it can be difficult to make this decision, especially if you are trying to get just a little more life out of your existing unit.

But we encourage you to consider an upgrade before your air conditioner breaks down for good. You can keep reading to learn more about signs that can indicate it’s time to replace your older air conditioner. You can also learn about the times when AC repairs make sense. When you’re ready, you can give our team a call for your AC replacement in Pasadena and we will help you every step of the way.

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Is it Easy or Hard to Switch to a Ductless Unit?

Monday, July 1st, 2024

Switching to a ductless mini split HVAC system is an excellent idea. When you think about switching from a central air conditioner with attached ductwork, it may seem like an overwhelming project. Worry not – that is what our team is here for!

We make it easy to switch to ductless cooling in Los Angeles. You can keep reading to learn more about what happens when we install a ductless mini split system in your home. Then you can decide if making the switch is the right decision for your family.

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3 Reasons Your Air Conditioner Smells Bad

Monday, June 17th, 2024

If your home suddenly smells bad, you may be wondering where that odor originated. Since your HVAC system blows air throughout your home, there’s a chance that it picked up an odor from something else and distributed around. But there’s also a chance that your air conditioner itself is in fact to blame for unusual smells.

If you think that your AC is the source of a bad odor in your home, give our team a call to schedule AC repair in Glendale. You can keep reading to learn three causes of bad odors and why each one is dangerous for your home and family. in fact, if you notice any of the bad odors we are listing below, you should turn your air conditioner off until our team can take a look at it.

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