“SEER” stands for Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio. In laymen’s terms, the higher the SEER rating on your air conditioning unit, the more efficient the unit is on electricity usage. As of January 2006, air conditioning units sold in the US are required to be rated 13 SEER or higher. A SEER rating only has bearing on the air conditioning side […]
R-22 refrigerant has been the industry standard for residential heat pumps and air conditioning systems for decades, but due to its environmental impact, is being phased out. As of January 2010, manufacturers will no longer make equipment that uses R-22, and will exclusively manufacture units that use the more environmentally friendly refrigerants, especially R-410a. R-22 will still be manufactured to […]
With the crisp days of fall approaching, many homeowners will be firing up their furnances for the first time since the spring thaw. Now is the time for you to remember the importance of preseason checkups for your heating system. LHT offers a Safety and Efficiency Agreement that gives you Preferred Customer services. It entitles you to absolute priority service, extended […]
We’ve had record setting high temperatures this summer. Day after day in the 90’s with storms rolling through most afternoons leaves us with wet, sticky air that puts an extra load on your air conditioning system. It could be working harder on these high-humidity days, than it does on low-humidity days when the temperature reaches the 100’s. If your themostat […]
Air conditioning works by moving heat from one place to another. Heat is picked up from the inside by moving air over the evaporator coils and discharged to the outside by moving air over the condensor coil. Anything that gets in the way of all this air moving will cause problems with your system — reducing capacity, cutting the efficiency […]
One major thing can keep you from needing a costly air conditioning repair call or can keep you form having issues at all: CHANGING THE FILTER REGULARLY. Dirt, pet hair, and other debris can clog the filter and the HVAC unit, potentially causing multiple problems including ice in the lines, freezing of the outdoor HVAC unit, and no air circulation […]
Greater efficiency equals greater savings. Our products work hard to save you money on your heating and cooling bills by using less fuel in the first place. If your heating/cooling system is more than 10 years old, consider replacing it with a more energy-efficient model. There are a wide range of systems that efficienctly and comfortably cool things off when […]
You don’t necessarily have to have a new system to consume less energy and enjoy a more comfortable home. Sometimes, the easiest fix of all is a new, programmable thermostat. Programmable thermostats can have a significant impact on your home’s energy consumption. It’s hands-free comfort allows you to enjoy a comfortable temperature in your home without running to the control […]
There’s no place like the coast. However, some of the very attributes that make the coast so attractive can also be detrimental to the life of your air conditioner or heat pump. Sun, salt and sand can fade finishes, corrode metals, clog coils and more. That’s why Carrier WeatherShield coastal air conditioners and heat pumps are often a great choice […]
Because air-conditioning units contain copper (and the price of copper has sky-rocketed), they are being stolen at epidemic levels. No one is immune. Both ground level and roof top units are being stolen. Following is a list of some things you can do to reduce the risk of having your outside air conditioning unit stolen: Install lighting around the unit. […]
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LHT Cooling, Heating & Refrigeration is a North Myrtle Beach HVAC and commercial refrigeration company serving the South Carolina Grand Strand, Carolina Shores and North Carolina. LHT services and repairs heat pumps, heating units, air conditioning units, furnaces, ventilation systems, indoor air quality, humidifications, ductless systems, boilers, reach-in coolers, walk-in coolers, reach-in freezers, walk-in freezers, ice machines, blast chillers and refrigerated displays.