Saving Energy in the Warmer Months

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When temperatures get high in Plainview, Texas, your cool, air-conditioned home becomes a refuge. With the AC working extra hard in these months, it’s important to keep it running at peak efficiency. Being aware of common AC issues, like poor airflow or short cycling, can help you save energy in these warmer months.

AC Not Cooling Enough

Sometimes an air conditioner might stop blowing cool air. This will force it to run constantly to reach thermostat levels.

The reason behind this problem could be a refrigerant leak, or the condenser drain could be clogged. Another possibility is that the filter is dirty and is restricting air delivery while straining the system.

It’s important to make sure your system’s refrigerant level is stable, your drain is clean, and your filter gets changed regularly.

Short-Cycling

Another common issue a homeowner might notice is when an AC cycles on for a few minutes, shuts off again soon after, and repeats this pattern throughout the day.

A short-cycling AC drains energy and hikes up your utility bills. It points to a host of possibilities including a refrigerant leak, dirty filter, frozen coils, defective wiring, and overheating, all of which can force the unit to keep shutting down. An oversized unit that cools too quickly will also cause your unit to short cycle.

Keeping up with maintenance tasks and making sure your unit is properly sized and installed will help you prevent these issues.

Poor Airflow

Weak airflow could be the result of any of the above problems but could also signal some obstruction or leak in the ductwork or a closed vent. Airflow issues that are left unaddressed can lead to bigger AC complications after a short while. Make sure your vents and vent returns are open and that your ductwork is in good condition.

Schedule maintenance for your air conditioner to help you save energy throughout the season. Or, if you notice any of the above issues, call Bruce Thornton Air Conditioning at 806-589-1014 and one of our knowledgeable technicians will help you.

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Serving Areas

We are proud to offer service to all of Lubbock, TX and surrounding areas, including:

  • Abernathy
  • Amherst
  • Anton
  • Brownfield
  • Crosbyton
  • Dickens
  • Floydada
  • Hale Center
  • Idalou
  • Lamesa
  • Levelland
  • Littlefield
  • Lorenzo
  • Lubbock
  • Meadow
  • Morton
  • Muleshoe
  • New Deal
  • New Home
  • O’Donnell
  • Olton
  • Petersburg
  • Plainview
  • Post
  • Ralls
  • Ransom Canyon
  • Ropesville
  • Shallowater
  • Slaton
  • Smyer
  • Southland
  • Sundown
  • Tahoka
  • Tokio
  • Welch
  • Whiteface
  • Wilson
  • Wolfforth
  • Woodrow

 

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With more than 50 years’ experience providing heating, ventilation and air conditioning services for residential and commercial customers, we at Bruce Thornton Air Conditioning are proud to be the South Plains TX area’s comfort specialists. We specialize in system replacement, preventive maintenance and repair, all with the goal of keeping your heating, cooling, refrigeration and plumbing systems functioning at maximum efficiency.

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What Customers Love About Us

Michael Villarreal
Michael Villarreal
January 15, 2024
Had Tony come in (BROSIG'S Custom Taxidermy) he was fast,professional, friendly and informative. Got us back up and running
CM Livingston
CM Livingston
December 20, 2023
I am so thankful for BTAC and the guys they sent out to repair a major hot and cold water leak under our slab. They knew what they were doing, and were very professional and polite, and I might add compassionate. They are an asset to the company!
Jason Crites
Jason Crites
August 26, 2023
Joshua K is amazing he came out after hours and had a simple fix that got our AC fixed right away!
Rick Rodriguez
Rick Rodriguez
August 13, 2023
To the credit of BTAC and it's management, I had a frustrating experience with them on a call out for a problem with a blower motor. I made my opinion known and contacted them through email to express it. They responded, sent out new technicians and made it right. That doesn't happen very often these days, and it's good to see a company show it cares about that. If you call these folks to come out, and your experience is what you expected, let them know, they'll work with you. 👍
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James Voyles
July 27, 2023
Luis was an incredible technician. Very professional and friendly! Can’t recommend him enough. Also prompt service, thanks for the help!
Cad Dunlap
Cad Dunlap
June 8, 2023
I'm new to the Lubbock area and Bruce Thornton Air Conditioning was the first company we called. They had someone at our house to help in an hour and the service man had our AC fixed in 30 minutes. Their customer service was great from the receptionist who answered the phone to the hvac professional who fixed our AC!
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MARK BENEDICT
June 1, 2023
Luis was great. Fast, efficient and knowledgeable. Thank you!

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