We are excited to share the news that the 25C Federal Residential Energy Tax Credits for 2012 have been retroactively reinstated for January 1, 2012 – December 31, 2013. Our customers are no eligible for up to a $500 tax credit on installed costs of qualified energy efficient improvements to their primary residence, including A/C units we installed for them last year! Call us today!

For more information on this passed legislation, please click here.

To complete and print your IRS Tax Form 5695 Residential Energy Credits, please click here.

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 The Benefits of Ductless

The popularity of wall mounted mini split air conditioners around the world is evidence that ductless equipment is here to stay. The United States has jumped on board and contractors and consumers keep finding new and ingenious ways of using ductless equipment.

A few reasons why…

Cost: A competitive United States ductless market has helped drive prices down and efficiency up.

Installation: Installation of ductless equipment is very clean and easy.

Space Requirement: Many older homes, cabins and additions were not built with central air conditioning in mind and do not have adequate space for ductwork. Wall mounted mini split air conditioners negate the need for added ductwork. Refrigerant line sets and wiring can easily run through attics, walls and ceilings to connect with the outdoor condenser.

Efficiency: Ductless split systems have become increasingly more efficient since United States minimum requirements rose to 13 SEER. It is not uncommon to find ductless equipment exceeding 20 SEER.

Zone Control: Many mini split owners already have an existing central air conditioner system in their home. Smaller central air conditioners and older equipment are expensive to replace and many consumers have purchased mini split air conditioners to cool areas that their existing systems can’t handle. Mini split air conditioners have the ability to cool any area or zone in a building.

Heating Capabilities: Many ductless mini split systems offer either heat pump or electric heat functions. This is an excellent added feature for areas that require heat during the year and either do not have a furnace or the furnace isn’t capable of adequately warming the area.

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Keeping up with your HVAC system could save you thousands in repair and replacement costs.

You know your automobile requires routine maintenance to keep it running at peak performance and to ensure its longevity.

What many do not realize is, like your automobile, your air conditioning system requires routine maintenance to keep it operating at its peak performance and efficiency. The fact is that while we love to think of our machines and appliances as fail-proof, any man-made machine will inherently need proper maintenance.

Even the highest quality machines require regular preventative maintenance to continue to operate at their reliable high levels. During a preventative maintenance visit, a service technician will most likely perform factory recommended maintenance on your system:

- Inspect and clean filters

- Inspect (and clean and lubricate if necessary) moving parts, evaporator coil, electronics, compressor fan motor, blades, blower assembly and safety controls

- Adjust belts

- Check refrigerant level

- Drain pan

- Check lines and evaporator coil

Preventative maintenance programs may vary slightly from one company to the next, but the general idea behind all programs is to ensure that all elements of the machine are working properly and prevent costly repairs in the future.

Over the past 30 years Aloha A/C has offered maintenance agreements to lower electrical costs and increase equipment longevity to our loyal customers and have saved them hundreds if not thousands of dollars in repairs energy and equipment cost. Contact us today.

As an Aloha Air Conditioning maintenance agreement holder we will discount any charges by 10% should the system need service in between your regularly scheduled ac maintenance visits.

Savings, is not the only benefit you get by becoming an annual a/c maintenance agreement holder, you also receive priority status when you do call for service.

We can save you money by performing an energy efficiency tune-up on the air conditioning equipment and count the service call charge as a first maintenance visit thus waiving the service call charge. This is currently a $69.00 value.

Often times we can convert a service or repair call to a maintenance visit saving you up to 50% of your repair cost plus get you on a maintenance plan. Regular service helps to avoid some of those unexpected costs.

Q: What is an Energy Efficiency Tune-up Air Conditioning Maintenance Agreement?

A: An Energy Efficiency Tune-up A/C Maintenance Agreement is the performance of the following:

• Check Refrigerant Charge pressure.
• Clean the Inside Handler Condensate drain line and drain pan.
• Check UV light. (if applicable)
• Install Algae buildup preventive tablets.
• Check the actual Temperature split across the Inside Handler and Condensing Coils for proper heat transfer.
• Check each electrical component amp draw and operation.
• Tighten all Electrical connections.
• Lubricate any and all Motor or Blower Bearings
• Check Belt wear and adjust tension
• Inspect Filter and replace customer supplied Filter as needed (Filters can be purchased from Aloha, contact our offices for pricing)
• All Energy Efficiency A/C Agreement customers will receive 10% labor discount on any regular service provided throughout the year.
• All Energy Efficiency AC Agreement customers will receive Priority Service Call Status in case of equipment breakdown.

Parts and labor required for mechanical breakdowns will be billed at current retail prices unless covered by manufacturer’s warranty.

Work specifically excluded from Energy Efficiency Tune-up A/C agreement such as:

• Coil Cleanings and common multiple drain or common multiple condensate line problems. (involving condominium or multifamily dwellings)
• Replacing blown fuses, Resetting of circuit breakers.
• Improper setting of thermostat or other controls and adjusting grills.
• Replacing burned out disconnect.

The General Conditions of our Energy Efficiency Tune-up A/C Agreement:

1. All work described above shall be performed during regular working hours which are from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday – Friday. Aloha reserves the right to charge overtime for work performed during periods other than regular working hours.
2. This contractor assumes no liability for operation of the equipment. Under no circumstances will this contractor be liable for subsequent or speculative damages, or injury due to the use or the failure of the A/C system.
3. This is not intended to maintain indoor air quality
4. No service will be rendered under this agreement if customer has past due account.
5. This Energy Efficiency Tune-up AC Agreement will automatically self renew by payment of the invoice from year to year.

Here is a quick link to our Residential web-page.

Come On We Wanna Cool Ya!

Have more questions about our A/C maintenance agreement offer, click here to contact us now.

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When an air conditioning system has been found to be low on refrigerant. (freon). The technician will charge the system with refrigerant and check the equipment for leaks at the accessible pipe joints along with tightening of all fittings. However, should no leak be evident at that time. You now have options available to you such as:

1. Let the system run with the added refrigerant charge until such time leak becomes larger and we are able to pinpoint the location of the freon leak.
   

   (WARNING: Running an ac system low on refrigerant can cause damage to the equipment. Aloha Air Conditioning, Inc. cannot be held responsible for any damages resulting from this decision.)

2. Install freon leak detector seal, this product is installed in the A/C system pipes and will often times seal small freon leaks. Please note: This product is an inexpensive attempt to seal a leak but is NOT always 100% effective on sealing all refrigerant leaks. This product cannot seal large leaks and there is NO guarantee this will solve your freon leak repair problem.
   

   (WARNING: Running an ac system low on refrigerant can cause damage to the equipment. Aloha Air Conditioning, Inc. cannot be held responsible for any damages resulting from this decision.)

3. This should be performed if the A/C system has a history of freon leak repairs. Perform a high pressure test which requires the isolation of the air handler unit, both liquid and suction refrigerant pipes and condenser.

The air handler, condenser, liquid and suction refrigerant pipes will be put under 300 pounds of nitrogen pressure and left for a period of time. (The normal time range is 24 to 48 hours.) Then the technician will return to determine which section of the piping has low pressure and repair or replace the leaking area and recharge the system. While this is the proper way to resolve freon leak repair problems, it is also more labor and material intensive.

We look forward to helping you through the process of correctly diagnosing and resolving your air conditioning systems problem.

Don’t wait to set your appointment. Call 855-88-ALOHA to schedule a certified service technician to diagnose your A/C unit and recommend the proper actions to take in dealing with your air conditioning system Freon leak repair.

We look forward to hearing all your thoughts about our website please comment below before you go.

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Our C’mon We Wanna Cool U slogan came about in early February of 2011. The result of the time and effort we put into finding out what our current customers think and feel about Aloha Air Conditioning. After listening to the feedback C’mon We Wanna Cool U was born.

Our customers told us what they like most. Was our commitment to our company Motto: “To Provide the Highest Quality Service, At the Lowest Economical Cost to Our Customer” and how they could feel just how much Aloha’s staff cares about their air and comfort.

The second most popular response we received from our customers was their appreciation for the way Aloha’s technician’s respected their homes and offices each time they would visit with them.

We also found out one of the strongest reasons why our customers continue to do business with us year after year was our commitment to prompt and accurate communication whether it was face to face, on the phone or through Email.

Last but by no means least our customers told us just how much they love the fact that we are family owned and operated along with the fact that the average length of time our employees have been on staff is well over 15 years.

When you call 855-88-ALOHA (25642), please remember to tell us what form of advertising brought you to us. You may have seen Aloha A/C in the community on a billboard, Internet search, the television news cast, an existing customer referral, company truck, Church newsletter, yearbook or a school sporting event.

We look forward to speaking with, getting to know you, showing you just how much we care about your air and that your comfort is our main concern.

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So C’mon leave a comment and maybe you will see us make a change inspired by you !

C’mon everyone wants you to contact Aloha!

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1. Turn the thermostat of the system to the off position.
2. Use a bucket or towel as needed to sop up the water dampened area.
3. Inspect the air filter for water.
4. Call a qualified, licensed and insured company to inspect the system and recommend the proper repair steps to be taken.

The most common cause for a HVAC system to leak from the condensate drain or air handler drain pan is algae buildup causing a blockage. The second most often found cause is ice built up on a frozen air handler coil.

Most condensate water leak repairs are fairly inexpensive and can be corrected in a short amount of time.

However, the best protection for you is prevention. One thing all of our existing maintenance agreement holders already know (besides priority service and saving 10% on labor for any repair) is the importance of having a water safety float switch installed in the condensate drain and condensate drain pan. This way when the condensate line or condensate pan back up the system is automatically shutdown.

We know that there are many companies out there in our industry for you select from for your system water leak repair. That’s why, when you contact us, we promise…“To Provide the Highest Quality Service, At the Lowest Economical Cost to Our Customer”

Since, 1982 Aloha Air Conditioning Inc. has been family owned and operated. We know how hard it is to find professionally trained, high quality, reliable and honest people who are licensed and insured.

• We will answer the phone day or night, even weekends and holidays.
• We will call you back, should you have to leave a message.
• We will respond to emails, show up on time, and respect your home and personal belongings.

Contact us right away to set up a service call for your system condensate water leak before it turns into a costly drain on your pocket and time consuming repair.

We service all of Broward, South West Palm Beach and North Miami Dade Counties. We are available 24 hours a day, 7days a week and do not charge over time for Saturday service calls.

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Residents may qualify for up to $1,000 in cash rebates for energy efficient improvements under a new City of Fort Lauderdale program aimed at improving energy efficiency, protecting the environment and lowering monthly energy bills.

Rebates will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis for the purchase and installation of heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems (HVAC), solar or gas on-demand water heaters, solar panels, Energy Star windows or doors and insulation. The program provides a 50% match of up to $1,000. The City plans to distribute $235,000 in federal grants.

How It Works

Residents submit a short application for program participation approval the includes an FPL Energy Survey Report, proof of owner occupancy, the type of improvement and a written estimate of the work. At the time of approval, the City will earmark the funds needed to issue your rebate check.

Approved applicants have four months to complete the work and submit a request for their rebate check along with the home improvement proof of purchase and permit documentation. If an applicant does not submit the rebate request within four months of approval, the unused funding will be reallocated to applicants who are placed on a waiting list.

Eligibility Requirements

• Applicants must own and occupy the Fort Lauderdale property being improved.
• Applicants must obtain a free FPL Energy Survey (available online) and submit a copy of the FPL Energy Report.
• Home improvements must meet Energy Star qualifications and/or Florida Building Code (which will depend on the item selected).
• Applicants or their contractors must obtain necessary permits.
• Energy efficient systems must be installed by a certified FPL Participating Independent Contractor or Licensed Florida installer.
• Purchases and installations must occur after November 15, 2010

This program is funded through a grant from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant program using funds allocated under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. There is a limit of one rebate per household.

For more information and an application package, visit www.fortlauderdale.gov/rebates or contact the 24-Hour Customer Service Center at 954-828-8000

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How to keep their server or telecom room cool when the building’s central air conditioning system is inadequate or is otherwise turned off—such as during off hours, weekends and holidays, or during cold-weather months, when the HVAC system is in heating mode.

Adding to the difficulty is a lack of floor space. A relatively new class of self-contained, ceiling-mounted air conditioners can provide a cost-effective, space-saving solution.

• Self-contained, all-in-one units have lower installation costs than mini-splits or precision cooling systems

• No penetration of wall or roof required

• No outside condensing unit to maintain

• Compact size fits easily above drop ceiling, takes up no floor space

Contact Aloha Air Conditioning sales team for details.

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It’s the latest and greatest of American Standard equipment line, the impressive communicating systems of the new “Silver Series” equipment line:

• Duration Compressor
• All Aluminum Duration Coil
• Manual Charge Assist
• Over 3 Million hours Fatigue Cycle Testing
• Impact & Weed Eater Test
• 700 Hours Cycle acidified salt fog testing
• Easy to clean, 20% lighter, 40& smaller
• Uses 40% less refrigerant
• Same American Standard quality and reliability at a competitive price

For lots of people in Florida, Spring = allergies. This is the perfect time to take advantage of the American Standard Accu Clean system. The Accu Clean removes up to 99.98% of the particles and allergens from filtered air and the Air Handler removes up to 99% of airborne particulates. Not only during the Spring and Summer, but all year long – Helping Customer understand the importance of indoor air quality:

• bacteria
• allergens
• mold
• viruses
• dust

With the Accu Clean breathe the cleanest air possible.

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