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Category Archives: Air Conditioning

Do You Hear Banging or Other Strange Noises From Your AC?

Posted on: April 17, 2025

It’s not uncommon for an air conditioner to be associated with noise — the clicks of your thermostat, the subtle shift of fans for a moment as the power draw of your home changes, the expansion and contraction of ducts getting warmer and cooler — but when new noises arise, savvy homeowners pay attention. Let’s […]

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How To Maintain an Air Conditioning System

Posted on: April 7, 2025

Our hot and humid summers in Baltimore mean your air conditioner has its work cut out for it from June through September. The best way to ensure that it’s up to the task is to stay on top of the preventative maintenance it requires. Some maintenance you can handle yourself, while other tasks you should […]

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Does Air Conditioning Reduce Humidity?

Posted on: April 1, 2025

If your home feels sticky or muggy during hot and humid summer days in Baltimore, you might be wondering if your air conditioner can help. Most people know ACs cool the air, but what about all that humidity? The short answer is yes, air conditioning does reduce humidity. But there’s a little more to it. […]

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Is It a Good Idea To Replace Just a Furnace & Not an AC in Maryland?

Posted on: January 29, 2025

If your furnace is on its last leg, you may be wondering if it makes sense to replace your entire HVAC system along with it. It’s certainly an option to replace your furnace on its own, but there are many reasons to replace your AC and heating system together. The HVAC experts at Len The Plumber Heating & Air […]

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2025 Freon Mandate Change & What It Means for Baltimore Residents

Posted on: December 18, 2024

With summers that reach into the 80s and 90s, Baltimore-area residents need a quality air conditioning solution to stay cool and comfortable. If you’re considering a new HVAC unit or an upgrade within the next few years, it’s important to learn how the R-410A refrigerant phase-out may affect your equipment options and costs. These changes […]

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Essential Plumbing & AC Maintenance for Baltimore’s Spring

Posted on: April 5, 2024

Spring temperatures have many of us prepping lawn equipment, deep cleaning, or storing away winter jackets! Your home’s air conditioner and plumbing need some spring preparation, too. Check out this guide to essential air conditioning and plumbing maintenance to ensure your home is ready for new seasonal demands! Air Conditioning Maintenance Change your air filters: […]

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March AC Tune-Ups: Get Your AC Ready for the Big Dance

Posted on: March 15, 2024

Nowadays, you can bet on anything from a coin toss to the color of the Gatorade celebration. But you should never trust your luck on whether your air conditioning unit will be ready when you need it. March is the perfect time to get that AC tune-up for the big dance. Here’s why: 1. You’re […]

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When Your AC Stops Doing Its Job: Repair or Replacement

Posted on: August 15, 2023

It’s hot out, and your air conditioner has been working overtime. But what happens when your AC stops doing its job? Here are some signs to help you decide if you need air conditioning repair or replacement. Your AC’s Boss Is Out to Lunch Your thermostat is calling the shots when it comes to your […]

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AC Noises: What They Are Trying To Tell You

Posted on: July 7, 2023

Keep your cool if you hear strange noises from your air conditioning system. Take a look at these AC noises and what might be causing them. Hitting a High Note If your summer jam gets interrupted by a high-pitch squealing noise from your AC, it’s safe to say it isn’t the sound of your AC […]

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Will Your AC Unit Last Through the Baltimore Summer?

Posted on: May 5, 2023

As we get ready for hot summer weather, will your air conditioner be able to keep you cool and comfortable all season long? Here are five signs your AC might not make it until summer’s end: 1. Reduced Airflow From Vents If you’re not feeling much airflow from your vents, they might be clogged with […]

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