Terms you may hear on a service call.
- Thermostat
- The control that tells your system when to heat or cool.
- Compressor
- The part of an AC that pressurizes refrigerant so it can move heat out of your home.
- Refrigerant
- The fluid that absorbs heat indoors and releases it outdoors.
- Condenser coil
- The outdoor coil where heat is released; dirt on it reduces efficiency.
- Air filter
- Catches dust before it reaches the system; dirty filters restrict airflow.
- Ductwork
- The channels that carry heated or cooled air through your home.