Your HVAC system relies on several different components to ensure keeping your home comfortable. Many of these components help refrigerant flow through the system. The actual cooling of your home takes place in the evaporator coil. Cool liquid refrigerant flows through the evaporate coil, while warm air from your home moves across refrigerant lines. The coil’s refrigerant absorbs the heat […]
There are many benefits of Spring HVAC Maintenance! Here are just a few reasons you should not skip cleaning your HVAC system this Spring. Save money! You can save money and protect your bottom line. Prevent costly breakdowns – regular maintenance reduces risk of costly breakdowns by as much as 95% Reduce energy bills – preventative maintenance ensures your system […]
It’s cold out. You turn on your heat. It’s not getting warmer. Why is my heat blowing cold air? It’s a chilly problem that no one wants to deal with. There are several possible causes why cold air is coming out of your vents. It’s hard to guess what is going on without a technician looking at your equipment. But […]
There are several steps you can take to ensure that clogged HVAC drain lines don’t happen to you. To ensure your HVAC drain line stays clear between preventative maintenances, we’re going to look at what you can do as a homeowner to prevent these clogged HVAC drain lines. At the air handler: Condensation will collect in the pan under the […]
Whenever your air conditioner is running, so is your HVAC fan. But it is up to you to set your HVAC fan settings. Whether you choose to run the fan after your home reaches its target temperature is the choice between cost and comfort. Auto vs. On: Most HVAC systems only have two fan settings: "auto" and "on". When your […]
Whether they call it a superstorm, tropical storm or a hurricane, these devastating weather events can cause catastrophic damage. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has predicted 14 named storms, 8 hurricanes, and 3 major hurricanes for the 2016 season. Follow these steps for storm readiness! Understand the dangers to your HVAC system from hurricanes: Wind – high winds […]
If your HVAC is moving up in age and your find yourself needing yet another repair to the unit, you may be contemplating Repair vs. Replacement. Many considerations will go into your decision. Benefits to Replacement Cost savings: If your system is more than 10 years old and repairs costs are approaching 50 percent of the value of the system, […]
The 4th and final in our series of don’ts when hiring an HVAC contractor – choosing the wrong one and you risk getting a system that will not do what it is supposed to do. Remember the most important part of shopping for a new heating and air conditioning system is to pick the right contractor – like those here […]
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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.