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Ft Myers AC Service And Repair

By on 10/28/2015 in Air Conditioner Repairs Ft Myers

Community Cooling and Heating Inc.
Air Conditioner Repair, Service, Maintenance

Fort Myers, Florida
239-267-2117

Serving Ft Myers and all of SW Florida since 1970

 

Ft Myers AC service and repair since 1970

Brand new 14 seer air conditioner

A 14 seer air conditioner we recently installed in Fort Myers.

 

Community Cooling’s focus has always been to provide top quality service and repairs, at a reasonable price, and earn their customers trust and respect … to become a valued resource of such integrity that the customer would not consider allowing another contractor, to work on their equipment. Over the years this has proven to be a philosophy that bears much fruit, as over 90% of our clients report they are thoroughly satisfied with our services, our results, and our prices!

Expert repairs combined with a genuine commitment to customer service

Community Cooling, Ft Myers, Florida

Community Cooling and Heating Inc.

 

Air conditioner service Ft Myers can depend on!

Proper air conditioner service on a regular basis is crucial to maintaining your a/c’s ability to perform these tasks effectively and efficiently. The longer your air conditioner has to run to achieve the desired temperature … the more your cost to run that equipment will be!

Air conditioner service, on a regular basis, does more to prevent high electric bills than practically anything else you can do!

Regular air conditioner service is also the best way to keep your air conditioning equipment running for as long as possible as well. With proper maintenance it is entirely possible to keep your air conditioner working effectively for 20 years … or even more!

Community Cooling takes great pride in showing up on time, accurately assessing your air conditioning problem, and providing the consumer with the full range of options available to him … and then letting the customer decide which option makes the most sense to him personally, and fits his family’s budget as well!

Our Motto is…“We won’t send you a wolf in sheep’s clothing …

just an honest professional”

We guarantee all our repairs and offer a Free Second Opinion

Kurt Hartmann, Owner of Community Cooling and Heating

Call Today For Air Conditioner Service, Repair, Maintenance, and Installation

239-267-2117

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Air Conditioner Efficiency Begins With Proper Maintenance

By on 10/13/2015 in Air Conditioner Maintenance

Community Cooling and Heating Inc.
Air Conditioner Repair, Service, Maintenance

Fort Myers, Florida
239-267-2117

Serving Ft Myers and all of SW Florida since 1970

 

Well serviced air conditioners, work better, cost less, and last longer!

Air conditioner efficiency is impossible with restricted air flow due to dirt, dust, and vegetative growths.  Air conditioning units that haven’t been properly serviced and maintained will cost you more to run, and provide less cooling! Over the course of time, even in the cleanest of homes, dirt, dust, mold, and other impurities build up on your condenser coils inside your a/c unit. The build up of these impurities make it extremely difficult for you air conditioner to circulate air throughout the coils and your home.

 

 

REALLY dirty air conditioner has probably cost the homeowner filter has probably cost the homeowner big bucks month after month on his utility bill!

REALLY dirty air conditioner filter!

 

“… air conditioner efficiency is directly tied to how well maintained the unit is …”

Dirty, blocked up air conditioner filters lower the energy efficiency of the air conditioner, generally raising the over all cost of running that piece of equipment. The energy that is thus wasted will pollute the environment and add to the greenhouse gas emissions, further compounding the problem of global warming. Moreover, clogged air filters will cause the unit to pull more energy while delivering less cooling and shorten the expected lifespan of the air conditioner as well.

 

Community Cooling, Ft Myers, Florida

Community Cooling and Heating Inc.

 

Air conditioner service Ft Myers can depend on!

Community Cooling takes great pride in showing up on time, accurately assessing your air conditioning problem, and providing the consumer with the full range of options available to him … and then letting the customer decide which option makes the most sense to him personally, and fits his family’s budget as well!

Our Motto is…“We won’t send you a wolf in sheep’s clothing …

just an honest professional”

We guarantee all our repairs and offer a Free Second Opinion

Kurt Hartmann, Owner of Community Cooling and Heating

Call Today For Air Conditioner Service, Repair, Maintenance, and Installation

239-267-2117

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Air Conditioner Service Ft Myers

By on 09/27/2015 in Air Conditioner Maintenance

Community Cooling
Air Conditioner Repair, Service, Maintenance
239-267-2117

Air Conditioner Service Ft Myers

Community Cooling and Heating has always been an advocate of addressing minor air conditioner issues before they can evolve into major problems. There is nothing that a home owner, or a property manager, can do to get the most life, and the highest level of performance from their air conditioning equipment than to have it serviced regularly by a licensed air conditioning contractor.

 

Regular air conditioning service and maintenance prevents a small blockage in a drain line …

 

A blockage in your drain can lead to anything from your air conditioner shutting down ... to a major water problem inside your home. Regular maintenance keeps small problems small, and damages to your home and equipment at a minimum.

A blockage in your drain can lead to anything from your air conditioner shutting down … to a major water problem inside your home.

 

… to major water damage inside your home.

 

A blocked drain line caused the drain pan to overflow, causing extensive, costly repairs. Air conditioner check ups can prevent this type of trouble.

A blocked drain line caused the drain pan to overflow, causing extensive, costly repairs.

 

Community Cooling prides itself in putting the clients needs first, we strive to get your a/c working …

without breaking your budget!

 

Air Conditioner Service Ft Myers. Cleaning the sludge from this drain line prevented a shutdown of the a/c ... or worse ... a major leak inside the home! Maintenance saves money in the long run by allowing your equipment to deliver the desired level of comfort at a minimal amount of work.

Air Conditioner Service Ft Myers. Cleaning the sludge from this drain line prevented a shutdown of the a/c … or worse … a major leak inside the home!

Sludge blocked this drain line up and caused the safety switch to shut the air conditioner down repeatedly. The home owner thought they were in for a costly repair, but, once the drain was clear, the a/c continued working like a champ!

Air conditioner service Ft Myers can depend on!

Community Cooling takes great pride in showing up on time, accurately assessing your air conditioning problem, and providing the consumer with the full range of options available to him … and then letting the customer decide which option makes the most sense to him personally, and fits his family’s budget as well!

 

Our Motto is…“We won’t send you a wolf in sheep’s clothing …

just an honest professional”

We guarantee all our repairs and offer a Free Second Opinion

Kurt Hartmann, Owner of Community Cooling and Heating

Call Today For Air Conditioner Service, Repair, Maintenance, and Installation

239-267-2117

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Air Conditioner Maintenance Prevents Problems

By on 09/09/2015 in Air Conditioning Information

Community Cooling
Air Conditioner Repair, Service, Maintenance
239-267-2117

 

 

Air conditioner maintenance is the best way to keep small problems small!

 

 

 

leaves and other detritus had gotten into this package machine and were already doing damage to the coils. We caught it in time, but, we will need to be sure to check the equipment regularly to ensure optimum utility.

Leaves restricting air flow in an air conditioner

 

Air conditioner maintenance is the best, and perhaps the only way to void major, unforeseen problems, with the single most expensive piece of equipment in your home.  Heat, humidity, salt air, moisture, insects, and tropical weather all contribute to an environment that makes a regular inspection, as well as proper maintenance, an absolute necessity if one hopes to keep his air conditioning equipment running as efficiently, and for as long as possible.

 

Dirty fan blades cut down on the air conditoners engineered efficiency, resulting in higher cost to operate.

Dirty blades on a fan motor can make a significant difference in how effectively your air conditioner cools.

 

It is fairly well known that it is extremely important to change the air filter in your home every 30 days or your air conditioner will have to work twice as hard to draw in the air before it can even begin to cool it. The same concept applies equally to the condenser coils, evaporator coils and fan blades located inside your equipment as well. Any type of obstruction in these areas is likely to minimize the level of comfort, and make your air conditioner work longer and harder.

 

air conditioner drain pipe was blocked by this gunk. Sooner or later this was definitely going to cause a problem

Gunk that was blocking drain pipe

 

“… air conditioner maintenance, at regular intervals … is the best way to get maximum life from your a/c equipment!

 

Community Cooling and Heating has been serving Lee County Florida since 1970, and our long standing reputation for honesty and integrity is important to us! We believe in putting our clients needs first, earning your trust, and making sure we provide a level of service that ensures you will call us again the next time!

 

Community Cooling, Ft Myers, Florida

Community Cooling and Heating Inc.

 

Our Motto is…“We won’t send you a wolf in sheep’s clothing …

just an honest professional”

We guarantee all our repairs and offer a Free Second Opinion

Kurt Hartmann, Owner of Community Cooling and Heating

 

Call Today For Air Conditioner Service, Repair, Maintenance, and Installation

239-267-2117

 

 

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A/C Efficiency Begins With Proper Installation

By on 09/02/2015 in Air Conditioner Installation

Community Cooling and Heating Inc.
Fort Myers, Florida
239-267-2117

Efficient air conditioner operation begins with proper installation!

There is always much talk about this brand of air conditioner or that is best, or better, or worse. In our experience it seems that more often than not, the multitude of air conditioner manufacturers are all about on par with each other with regard to durability and longevity. While maintenance also plays a huge role, an improperly installed air conditioner is fighting an uphill battle from day one! It will work harder, to produce less cooling, only to break down way too soon! Contractors too often rush through the installation process so they can get to their next appointment. Air conditioner installations need to be handled with great care, and their are many details to be attended to to ensure efficient operation.

Brand new 14 seer air conditioner

A 14 seer air conditioner we recently installed in Fort Myers.

At Community Cooling we service and repair all types and brands of air conditioners. Many air conditioning companies are closely tied to an air conditioner manufacturer, and have signed a contract that requires them to recommend that specific brand to all their customers.  Community Cooling and Heating has no such commitment , which means we can offer you the best value for your dollar … at this particular time, and for your specific needs.

Our installation technicians are all experienced and field tested. Their training goes beyond simply knowing how to do the work in an expert fashion. They are also trained to understand the science behind the equipment, and use that knowlege both to help diagnose problems quickly, and to explain the precise nature of the problem to our clients.  Additionally, we fully train our staff to respect our clients and their homes.

 

Community Cooling, Ft Myers, Florida

Community Cooling and Heating Inc.

“Community Cooling prides itself on putting the customers needs first!

When your air conditioner needs repairs we send you a qualified repair tech …

NOT a salesman!”

Our Motto is…“We won’t send you a wolf in sheep’s clothing …

just an honest professional”

We guarantee all our repairs and offer a Free Second Opinion

Kurt Hartmann, Owner of Community Cooling and Heating

 

Honesty means putting the customers needs, and budget, first!

Whether experiencing a problem,

or just have a question or two,

CALL ANYTIME …

 239-267-2117

 

Call Today For Air Conditioner Service, Repair, Maintenance, and Installation

239-267-2117

 

We guarantee all our repairs and offer a Free Second Opinion

Our Motto is…“We won’t send you a wolf in sheep’s clothing …

just an honest professional”

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Honesty Is The Cornerstone Of Community Cooling’s Business Model

By on 08/26/2015 in Air Conditioning Information

Community Cooling
Air Conditioner Repair, Service, Maintenance
239-267-2117

 

Community Cooling and Heating has been servicing Fort Myers homes since the 1970’s

Air conditioner maintenance is the number one, best way to keep  your air conditioning equipment performing at top efficiency, and making it last for as many years as possible.  Without dis-assembling your air conditioning equipment regularly, for a visual inspection, area,s that need cleaning, adjustment, or replacement can go unseen, and the issues unaddressed, causing unsatisfactory output, excessive energy consumption, and ultimately worn or damaged equipment.  At Community Cooling and Heating we take a thorough and meticulous look at your entire air conditioning system, paying careful attention to situations conducive to diminished performance,or indications of potential trouble in the future.  If, or when, we find a problem we will show you the specific problem, present to you the options available to us, and let YOU decide the course of action YOU want to take according to your needs and budget.

Community Cooling, Ft Myers, Florida

Community Cooling and Heating Inc.

 

We are not limited by commitments to any specific air
conditioning manufacturer. This means we can offer you the best value
for your needs.

Our installation technicians are all experienced and
field tested. Their training goes beyond simply knowing how to do the
work in an expertly fashion. We fully train our staff to respect our
clients and their homes.

We believe our technicians should be personable,
clean, neat and leave behind only a pleasant memory of efficiency and of
course a comfortable environment.

 

“Honesty means when your air conditioner needs repairs we send you a qualified repair tech … NOT a salesman!”

Our Motto is…“We won’t send you a wolf in sheep’s clothing …

just an honest professional”

We guarantee all our repairs and offer a Free Second Opinion

Kurt Hartmann, Owner of Community Cooling and Heating

 

Honesty means putting the customers needs, and budget, first!

Whether experiencing a problem,

or just have a question or two,

CALL ANYTIME …

 239-267-2117

 

Call Today For Air Conditioner Service, Repair, Maintenance, and Installation

239-267-2117

 

We guarantee all our repairs and offer a Free Second Opinion

Our Motto is…“We won’t send you a wolf in sheep’s clothing …

just an honest professional”

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Honest Air Conditioner Repair

By on 08/19/2015 in Air Conditioner Repairs Ft Myers

Community Cooling
Air Conditioner Repair, Service, Maintenance
239-267-2117

 

 

” … too often an honest air conditioner repair guy is hard to find!

Right from the very start, way back in 1970, Community Cooling made a conscious decision to earn their reputation as knowledgeable, reliable, members of the SW Florida/Fort Myers community (hence the Name Community Cooling and Heating) who can be trusted to provide honest air conditioner repair, maintenance, and installation services to the Ft Myers community and surrounding areas.

Community Cooling, Ft Myers, Florida

Community Cooling and Heating Inc.

Community Cooling’s focus was to provide top quality service and repairs, at a reasonable price, and earn their customers trust and respect … to become a valued resource of such integrity that the customer would not consider allowing another contractor, to work on their equipment. Over the years this has proven to be a philosophy that bears much fruit, as over 90% of our clients report they are thoroughly satisfied with our services, our results, and our prices!

Honest air conditioner repair means putting your clients needs first!

 

When you see an air conditioning contractor that has 10 … 15 … 20 or even more trucks on the road, it doesn’t take much thinking to start understanding how much money it costs to keep that fleet moving.  Forget the cost of purchasing those trucks, or outfitting them with the standard array of tools and materials, there is also a long list of continuous recurring expenses associated with each truck  every week/month such as to include …

 

GAS

INSURANCE

WAGES FOR A LEAD MAN AND HIS HELPER

TRUCK MAINTENANCE

REPLENISHING STOCK

A company with this kind of ongoing overhead has almost no choice but to aggressively push their clients into replacing their HVAC equipment, whether it is the most practical solution or not … they have to generate large amounts of cash every week just to make payroll for their employees.  That is one of the reasons many companies offer ridiculously low priced a/c inspections to get their foot in the door.  Their a/c tech is often a polished sales professional trained to sell fear, and close the deal!

Community Cooling takes great pride in showing up on time, accurately assessing your air conditioning problem, and providing the consumer with the full range of options available to him … and then letting the customer decide which option makes the most sense to him personally, and fits his family’s budget as well!

We guarantee all our repairs and offer a Free Second Opinion

Our Motto is…“We won’t send you a wolf in sheep’s clothing …

just an honest professional”

Call Today For Reliable, Expert Service

239-267-2117

Community Cooling and Heating has been serving Lee County Florida since 1970, and our long standing reputation for honesty and integrity is important to us!

We believe in putting our clients needs first, earning your trust, and making sure we provide a level of service that ensures you will call us again the next time!

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Park Model Home Air Conditioners

By on 07/22/2015 in Air Conditioning Information

Community Cooling

Park Model Home Air Conditioners
Air Conditioner Repair, Service, Maintenance
239-267-2117

 

Community Cooling and Heating has been servicing park model home air conditioners since the 1970’s

 

Park model home air conditioners need  maintenance and regular servicing just like any other air conditioner.  Often times the home owner of a park model is a seasonal resident, not necessarily looking to put money into a new unit, and instead wants to keep their present equipment running for “just one more season”.  At Community Cooling we are happy to inspect your equipment, make recommendations as to the options available at that time, and let the homeowner decide which option best suits their needs and budget.

Brand new air conditioner ready for instll in a park model home in south Fort Myers

Brand new air conditioner ready for instll in a park model home in south Fort Myers

New air conditioner fresh out of the box
Call Today For Reliable, Expert Service

An improperly installed air conditioner is fighting an uphill battle from day one! It will work harder, to produce less cooling, only to break down way too soon! Contractors too often rush through the installation process so they can get to their next appointment. Air conditioner installations need to be handled with great care, and their are many details to be attended to to ensure efficient operation.  Our cornerstone philosophy is …

“… Do It Right The First Time!”

Doing it right the first time isn’t just best for the homeowner.  It protects our reputation for good work, for doing what is right for our customers, and negates the need for unnecessary call  backs.

Park Model Home Air Conditioners Fixed Right The First Time

CALL TODAY!

239-267-2117

 

Community Cooling and Heating has been serving Lee County Florida since 1970, and our long standing reputation for honesty and integrity is important to us! We believe in putting our clients needs first, earning your trust, and making sure we provide a level of service that ensures you will call us again the next time!  We take great pride in explaining the exact nature of your air conditioner’s operational status, and any and all options the customer has regarding whether to fix the equipment, or to replace/upgrade it.  Our customers decide, themselves, which course of action works best for their family AND their budget!

 

Community Cooling, Ft Myers, Florida

Community Cooling and Heating Inc.

Our Motto is…“We won’t send you a wolf in sheep’s clothing …

just an honest professional”

We guarantee all our repairs and offer a Free Second Opinion

Kurt Hartmann, Owner of Community Cooling and Heating

 

Call Today For Air Conditioner Service, Repair, Maintenance, and Installation

239-267-2117

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What Homeowners DON’T Know About Air Conditioners

By on 06/29/2015 in Air Conditioning Information

Community Cooling
Air Conditioner Repair, Service, Maintenance
239-267-2117

 

Air conditioners move air. Any restriction of air flow severely impacts your a/c’s efficiency and life expectancy

Air conditioners remove heat from your home by moving air through chilled coils that remove latent heat in the form of moisture, and then recirculating that air back into the home. Any obstruction that impedes that flow of air will significantly impact both the cooling ability, and the life expectancy of your a/c equipment. It is fairly well known that it is extremely important to change the air filter in your home every 30 days or your air conditioner will have to work twice as hard to draw in the air before it can even begin to cool it. The same concept applies equally to the condenser coils, evaporator coils and fan blades located inside your equipment as well. Any type of obstruction in these areas is likely to minimize the level of comfort, and make your air conditioner work longer and harder.

air conditioner maintenance kept this from becoming a major problem.

Dirty air conditioner coil

Dirty evaporator coils

 

Cleaned air conditioner coil 2015

Same evaporator coil after cleaning by Community Cooling and Heating

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This air filter is so dirty it had to be costing the homeowner serious monney every month on their electric bill!

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Dirty blower wheel

The blower moves warm indoor air over the chilled evaporator apparatus as the exterior exhaust fan moves hot air away from the heated condenser coils. All air conditioning systems, including window units, heat pumps and ductless units, operate on the same principle. They differ only in the size and configuration of the coils. Blower wheels are specifically engineered to have a shape that pushes maximum amounts of air with minimum resistance.  When dirt accumulates on a wheel in these quantities it disrupts the engineered aerodynamics of the wheel itself, making the entire machine have to work harder to push the air through the system, and the home.

Community Cooling, Ft Myers, Florida

Community Cooling and Heating Inc.

Our Motto is…“We won’t send you a wolf in sheep’s clothing …

just an honest professional”

We guarantee all our repairs and offer a Free Second Opinion

Kurt Hartmann, Owner of Community Cooling and Heating

 

Call Today For Air Conditioner Service, Repair, Maintenance, and Installation

239-267-2117

 

 

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Air Conditioner Repairs 2015

By on 06/14/2015 in Air Conditioner Repairs Ft Myers

Community Cooling
Air Conditioner Repair, Service, Maintenance
239-267-2117

 

Many air conditioner repairs are a direct result of poor maintenance!

Air conditioning contractors specializing in service and repairs see a wide variety of problems in their day to day travels in Ft Myers, Cape Coral, and the surrounding Lee County, Florida area.  The past few months have been no exception.  This is the time of year when air conditioners face their toughest challenges, run the longest, and work the hardest.  A large percentage of the air conditioner repairs we perform are the direct result of improper maintenance.  Proper and regular servicing keeps your equipment running, your home comfortable, and your expense for air conditioner repairs at a minimum.

 

” … when it comes to air conditioner repairs … their isn’t much we haven’t seen!”

Leaves in an air conditioner can lead to costly repairs.

Leaves, paper, or anything that blocks or makes contact with your air conditioner coils spells trouble!

 

 

HIGHER THAN NORMAL ELECTRIC BILLS?

AIR CONDITIONER RUNS LONGER THAN IT SHOULD TO COOL YOUR HOME?

INSUFFICIENT COOLING IN YOUR HOME?

 

Regular maintenance prevents damage to expensive a/c equipment, and lowers air conditioning costs reflected in your monthly electric bill.

iced up a/c due to insufficient air flow.

Iced up air conditioner

 

Community Cooling and Heating is offering a 16 point cooling system check which includes:

Clean your condenser coils.
Check operating pressures
Check electrical connections
Check sub-cooling
Check fan blade
Lubricate moving parts
Clean air filters
check thermostat
Check blower operation
Check controls
Check superheat
Check temperature drop across evaporator
Clean indoor coil if visible
Check complete unit operation
Treat condesate line and pan
Make necessary recommendations

Call Today For Reliable, Expert Service

239-267-2117

Community Cooling and Heating has been serving Lee County Florida since 1970, and our long standing reputation for honesty and integrity is important to us! We believe in putting our clients needs first, earning your trust, and making sure we provide a level of service that ensures you will call us again the next time!

 

Community Cooling, Ft Myers, Florida

Community Cooling and Heating Inc.

Our Motto is…“We won’t send you a wolf in sheep’s clothing …

just an honest professional”

We guarantee all our repairs and offer a Free Second Opinion

Kurt Hartmann, Owner of Community Cooling and Heating

 

Call Today For Air Conditioner Service, Repair, Maintenance, and Installation

239-267-2117

 

 

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