Air conditioning is rising in popularity here in the UK and it’s not hard to see why. Increased control over household heat, energy efficiency and heightened security are all reasons why more and more homes are choosing to have it installed. Here at Controlled Climate, we have a team of experts on hand who have been designed, installing and maintaining AC systems for many years. And, this experience has given us the information and knowledge needed to help you make the right decision.

Here you will find posts to keep you informed about recent advances in technology when it comes to air conditioning and how these can benefit your home. We’ll give you the tools to better understand the benefits of servicing your unit and what signs you should be looking out for. We want you to be able to make the most informed decision at all times. And that’s what you’ll find in our blogs. We cover everything from how to identify a leaky unit through to how to combat the most common issues we face every single day.

Over the years, we have served the needs of both residential and commercial customers. Our blogs will also cover common issues you may face daily in terms of air-con, including how to combat those dreaded office-wars. Browse our blog posts here today and check back regularly for brand new content. If you have any questions about the content available here or any of our services, get in contact with our team today.

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When Should I Replace My Air Conditioner?

This blog post contains many signs that indicate when you should replace your air conditioning unit. These signals include excessive noise and inadequate cooling in the home.

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5 Reasons Why Your Air Conditioner Unit Might Be Leaking

As a homeowner, you need to be aware of the basic signs that describe when your system might be leaking. The following are five of the major symptoms which suggest that your AC unit may be leaking.

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Preventing Office Air Con Wars – Our Top Five Tips

To prevent office air-con wars, it’s key to ensure that there is adequate ventilation in the workplace. Having fresh air circulating the office is beneficial to employees, as it ensures a healthy working environment.

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Do I Need Planning Permission for Air Conditioner Units?

You do not need to get planning permission when installing air conditioning units as these are a non-structural class. This simply means that they do not affect the overall appearance of the building.

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Do I Need an Indoor or Outdoor Air Conditioning Unit?

When choosing an AC system, there are two systems to consider: an indoor or outdoor unit. Indoor is generally done through the walls and the roof of your home. Outdoor can be placed outside your home’s walls, on the roof, or even on the ground.

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Five Frequent Air Con Issues and How to Solve Them

Air conditioning systems can break down from time to time, but failing to check the system regularly, you can easily find the problem in its early stages and fix it before it gets much worse.

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What Size Air Con Machine Do I Need?

Air conditioners are designed to achieve a certain comfort level, not a set temperature and power level, therefore, the consumer need not be concerned with the exact specifications and heating and cooling capacities of the machine that is selected.

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How Does Air Con Work?

Air conditioners work by delivering cool or warm air to your household. This takes place when your AC uses a system of pumps, motors and heat exchangers to move the air around your home.

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