RKM Heating and Air Conditioning Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Corona’

Tips to Plan Ahead for Furnace Installation

Monday, December 9th, 2024

If you have a new furnace installation scheduled, congratulations. If you’re interested in upgrading your furnace this winter season but haven’t yet scheduled the service, you can give our team a call to talk about your furnace replacement in Corona.

Before you have your appointment, there are some things that you can do to prepare in advance. Keep reading to learn about the steps that you can take to get ready for a new furnace. A little preparation goes a long way and helping our team make the appointment as successful as it can be.

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What the Furnace Booming Sound Means

Monday, December 11th, 2023

Of all the sounds that you could hear coming from your furnace, a booming sound is one of the most dangerous. Aside from causing a lot of problems for your furnace, booming sound can also be very alarming when you hear it. 

It’s a problem you want to get addressed right away by scheduling furnace repair in Corona, CA. If you give us a call soon enough after hearing a booming sound, we can fix the problem and prevent additional damage to your furnace. Keep reading to learn more about why a furnace booming sound is potentially dangerous for your home and family.

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Our Guide to Replacing Your AC

Monday, October 2nd, 2023

When it comes to air conditioning in Corona, you can look to our team for expert guidance. We have the knowledge and know how to get the job done right and the education to back it up. We know that the process of choosing a new air conditioner alone can be a big task, not to mention the installation process following.

The good news is that we will be here every step of the way to help you. You can keep reading to learn more about how to select a replacement air conditioner and what to expect during the installation process. Then give our team a call to schedule your in-home assessment.

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How Long Does Air Conditioning Installation Take?

Monday, April 17th, 2023

If it’s time to replace your home’s air conditioner, you may have a lot of questions about the installation process. After we complete the first steps of getting you an in-home assessment and quotes based on your options, the next step is the installation itself. 

And our team are experts at air conditioning installation in Corona, so you are in good hands. You can keep reading to learn more about what we do during an air conditioner installation and how long the process takes. This can help you feel more confident about what to expect when we arrive at your home. 

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Do You Really Need Maintenance?

Monday, February 24th, 2020
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Is maintenance really necessary? We know that this is a question that’s probably on your mind every year. Ideally, you scheduled an appointment with our team for your heating tune-up this past fall and you’re gearing up to schedule an appointment for your air conditioning tune-up as winter melts into spring. Although you know this is something that’s strongly suggested to do in your home, do you know why you should schedule this appointment in your home? We’re going to get into it today.

Before we get into anything else, we want you to know that you can rely on us for all your air conditioning and furnace services in Corona, CA. We make it our duty to perform great services so that you can get the best service available to you.

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When to Call for Furnace Repair

Monday, January 13th, 2020

We’re pretty deep into winter here in Corona and we want to take a moment to ask you—how’s your heater doing?

Don’t read this question and just brush it off because you think your heater is fine. Really take a moment to think about it. Has your heater been able to deliver heat all winter? Has this heat been consistent? Do you have to pay way too much for the heating in your home?

You don’t have to deal with the heating troubles you’re having at home. Don’t think that you can just push it off until spring. Handle the issues you’re facing right now with furnace repair in Corona, CA. We’re the team of professionals that’s going to ensure that you have the best heating services available.

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Looking for a New Furnace System? Here’s Where to Start

Monday, December 30th, 2019
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So the winter weather is upon us Corona! One of the major perks of living in Southern California is that it doesn’t ever get too cold here, but cold is relative so don’t feel bad if you’re shivering in 60-degree temperatures. Cold is relative after all. If you’re having a hard time getting your home’s furnace system to perform the way that you need it to, it might be time for you to schedule an appointment with our team members.

We specialize in furnace services in Corona, CA. If you’re thinking about ditching your home’s old furnace system and upgrading to a new one, then it’s time for you to schedule an appointment with the members of our team. We’ll walk you through the process of choosing, purchasing, and installing a new furnace system in a flash.

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Why Do AC’s Break Down at the Worst Time?

Monday, June 3rd, 2019

ac-repairIt seems as though air conditioners are always breaking down at the worst possible times…what’s up with that?

Well, there’s a very logical explanation for it: Your air conditioner can take on a lot of damage and dirt over the months. Then, during the hottest time of the year—when the AC is being pushed to its limits—all that cumulative wear and tear will finally cause a serious problem to develop.

If you don’t want to become one of our air conditioning repair customers in Corona, CA this summer, we suggest having your AC checked before the season starts. All it takes is a quick maintenance check to prevent problems from things like:

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Is It Possible to Cool the Home at Different Temperatures?

Monday, April 22nd, 2019

ac-too-coldThose with central air conditioning systems will inevitably ask themselves this question: How can I cool the rooms of my home at different temperatures?

For example, someone who spends a lot of time in their bedroom might complain they’re too cold. Meanwhile, everyone else in the home feels fine.

A natural response to this might be to close the air register in that room. Although it seems counter-intuitive, this is actually a bad practice—closing the air register increases pressure in the air ducts and can cause damage.

Instead, what you’re looking for is called “zone control.” This is an HVAC practice of sectioning the home into separate parts, thereby giving you the ability to control the temperature differently. There are a couple of ways that you can go about achieving zone control.

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Why You Shouldn’t Try DIY Furnace Repair

Monday, January 14th, 2019

service-technician-tests-furnace-safelyYour furnace isn’t acting quite the way it should. Luckily, you’ve found a video online that seems to describe the problem perfectly (the furnace in the video isn’t the same model as yours, but it’s close enough, right?). All you need now is a pair of gloves, some goggles, a welding torch…

Let’s stop you right there. While we have plenty of faith in your ability to pull off a challenging DIY job, we also know that furnaces and HVAC equipment are not for the average DIYer. There’s a reason why only certified and licensed professionals are allowed to repair and maintain these systems. Actually, there are several reasons, and we’ll list them below.

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