Category: HVAC

It can be confusing for the HVAC novice and frustrating for the homeowner. You hear your HVAC unit switch on, but when you put your hand up to the vent you feel nothing, or at least very little air coming out. What’s even more confusing is your home eventually gets warmer or cooler, even with the lack of airflow. Something’s wrong, right?

WHAT CAUSES AIRFLOW PROBLEMS?

1. DIRTY FILTERS: Dust, mold, and pollen are just a few of the things that can clog your filters. This restricts airflow and circulation. Replacing your filters are an easy fix, but you may need an expert to make sure your HVAC motor is strong enough to power air throughout your home.
2. BENT/BLOCKED DUCTS: If the air duct in your attic crushed, damaged, blocked, or even installed improperly, this can restrict airflow. Sometimes these problems can be difficult to spot. Call one of our experts to inspect and figure out what’s wrong.
3. LEAKING DUCTS: If your ducts are torn, this means air that’s supposed to get to your living space is never making it there. And like the bent or blocked ducts, they can be difficult to spot. Even a small hole can cause a loss in air pressure. You want that air getting to your living space, not floating around in the attic or elsewhere. We can seal your ducts to prevent leaking.
4. OTHER ISSUES WITH INSTALLATION: Other problems can cause decreased airflow as well. For example, some homes simply have more ductwork than necessary. The farther the air has to travel, the more that will be lost. An excess amount of ductwork also means there’s more space to fill before the air starts blowing into your home.

HOW WE CAN HELP

The Bosworth Company offers a full range of services for home and commercial heating and air conditioning. That includes solving the mystery of low airflow. Give us a call today, and we’ll make sure your unit is operating at maximum efficiency. Schedule an appointment online or make your appointment by calling 432-570-5233. The Bosworth Company. Worth the Call. Always.

Mitsubishi is one of the most recognized brands in the world. They have ties to international banking and finance, as well as manufacturing, specializing in heavy equipment and automobiles. Did you know that Mitsubishi also has an electronics division? The 150-year-old Japanese company makes a full complement of electronics, including communication systems, medical systems, power systems, and much more. Finally, did we mention Mitsubishi is the world’s third-largest producer of heating and cooling systems? The Bosworth Company is proud to provide Mitsubishi Electric products to our customers!

WHY THEY WORK

Mitsubishi’s products have an impressive reputation. Studies show their HVAC products are 40% more efficient than typical HVAC units. Some of the HVAC products they offer include ductless air conditioners (also called mini-splits) and package air conditioners. They also offer variable refrigerant flow (VRF) systems, heat pumps, ventilators, air curtains, and compressors. Mitsubishi supplies us with high-quality products that are great for residential, commercial, or industrial use that are known for being quiet, reliable, and energy-efficient. In fact, Mitsubishi products are developed by Japanese engineers to provide comfort and operate in any climate – yes, even dry climates like West Texas.

MAKE IT WORK FOR YOU

Mitsubishi was a pioneer in the development of ductless A/C systems, one of many HVAC solutions offered by the Bosworth company. The U.S. Department of Energy reports that ductless systems can save up to 30% off of your energy bill. Mitsubishi develops its products to provide Zoned Comfort Solutions that aim at meeting your specific needs for optimal temperature in any space. If you’re looking for an HVAC system that will increase your comfort and decrease energy costs, call the Bosworth Company and we’ll introduce you to the full catalog of Mitsubishi Electric products. We can design the perfect system to optimize your comfort year-round. We’re Worth the Call. Always. Call us at 432-570-5233 today!

HVAC manufacturers and the Department of Energy recommend that you should replace your HVAC system after its expected service life of 15 years. But with systems as expensive as they are, most people have a hard time replacing something that isn’t broken. However, you certainly don’t want to be without heat during the winter! There are 5 signs your heater may be going out…take a look!

1. Exhaust smell in your living space could indicate a bad heat exchanger.
2. Another symptom of a bad heat exchanger is soot around heat registers in the house or around the furnace itself.
3. The heat exchanger could have a hole if you find water under your furnace or corrosion in your unit. This could potentially result in dangerous levels of Carbon Monoxide in your home, so make sure that you have a functioning detector.
4. Water on the floor below the boiler indicates there could be a crack in the exchanger (a chamber that holds water).
5. Rust on the bottom of the boiler unit indicates water damage from outside the appliance.

Repair Or Replace?

When determining whether to repair or replace your unit, consider operating cost. For example, consider a damaged unit that is 7 or 8 years old (about half of the expected service life). Depending on the cost of a repair, it may be in your best interest to replace the unit entirely. If you repair the system, you’ll have a system that runs at the same efficiency for another 7-8 years. If you choose to replace, you can choose a more efficient system that saves you money in energy bills for approximately 15 years.

Whether you decide to repair or replace, the professionals at Bosworth are happy to diagnose the problem, answer any questions you may have, and determine the best fix for you. Contact us online 24/7 or call 432-570-5233!

There are ranking systems for just about anything. These days you can find viral web posts ranking just about anything from songs, to athletes, to colleges, to everything (and we mean EVERYTHING) in between. But ratings don’t mean much if you don’t know what they represent.

What Does SEER Mean?

In the HVAC world, we have ratings, too. One of the most common that you will come across is the SEER rating. The number is listed on the yellow Energy Guide stickers you’ll find on many air conditioning units. If you read the fine print, you’ll see that SEER stands for “Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio”. In other words, it’s a formula that rates the efficiency of your appliance. For you mathematicians out there, here’s the basic formula: cooling output/energy used. The “seasonal” part of the rating means that the formula considers factors such as hot and cool days and output over the course of a typical “season.” The higher the rating, the better the efficiency. The better the efficiency, the more money you save. Simple, right?

SEER Ratings

Most modern air conditioners have a SEER rating from about 13 on the low end, to 25 on the high end. Here’s the catch – A/C units these days are quite a bit more efficient than traditional units. So a low-end new unit with a 15 SEER, would still be much more efficient than an older model with a SEER of 7 or 8. Remember – the SEER rating represents the output in optimum conditions (compare it to an advertised miles-per-gallon for a car.) Depending on conditions and usage, the efficiency will vary.

Buying Your Next A/C

And now the million-dollar question: Is it worth it to pay more for increased SEER? Higher-end parts will run more efficiently and cost less money in the long run, but they’re more expensive to start with, and replacement parts can be more expensive too. Here in Texas, where we run the A/C all summer long, high efficiency could be a feature that’s worth it.

Once you’ve done the calculations to determine which efficiency ratio works for you, give the Bosworth Company a call at 432-570-5233 or schedule an appointment online. We’ve got the model to fit your budget, and our experts will install it to ensure maximum efficiency. The Bosworth Company. Worth the Call. Always.

The Bosworth Company is staffed with experts you can trust for all your HVAC and plumbing needs. Part of that means keeping up with the latest trends in improving efficiency. It also means making sure you are educated to make decisions about what’s best for you. In today’s blog, we’re going to discuss ductless HVAC systems, also called mini-split systems, which are growing in popularity, and may be a good fit for you and your home.

GOING DUCTLESS

In a typical home, it’s predicted that you could be losing as much as 25% (!!!) of your energy output because of traditional ductwork. In an age when efficiency is king (both financially and environmentally), going ductless could be a way to solve this problem. They work similarly to older window or wall units, only with some modern features. Unlike traditional window units, ductless A/C unit is small and only requires a small hole for mounting. This helps isolate the unit so that they focus on specific rooms that need to be heated or cooled. The ducts running through your attic no longer have access to the already-treated air that’s costing you money. Proper installation could save 30% in your HVAC bills for the area you are cooling.

THINGS TO CONSIDER

As with any new system, there are some things to consider. In colder climates, the ductless units may not be able to provide the same level of reliable, lasting heat as a gas-powered heater. (Though it does get cold here, this is not much of a concern in Texas.)

One of the big advantages of a duct system is aesthetics. Even though the newer ductless units are minimal, they still exist in your space, and some may not prefer the look. Our sleek models are designed with aesthetics and minimal invasiveness in mind to ensure the best look possible.

Like many of the products we offer, there is often an upfront cost that comes with going with a more efficient system. The same is true if you decide to go ductless. The cost to place ductless units in your entire home can sometimes be more expensive than replacing your ductwork. However, the more efficient system would mean you could save up to 30% on your energy bill going forward.

If you’d like to explore going ductless, contact The Bosworth Company by scheduling an appointment online or calling us at 432-570-5233. Worth the call. Always.

Temperatures will probably continue to hit the 90s for the next several weeks. But you? Your A/C is cranked and you’re comfortably relaxing inside, not even breaking a sweat. Lemonade in hand, you lay your head back on the couch, and shut your eyes, thinking about what a lucky person you are. You open your eyes and see…what appears to be damp water stains on the ceiling! It hasn’t rained, and your roof is new, so what could be wrong? Let’s head to the attic to find out.

Once you’ve made sure your air conditioning unit is turned off, you safely make your way to the attic. The first thing you need to check is the drain pan. That’s where condensation created by your A/C unit will collect. Here’s the catch: Your drain pan should be empty, or at least very low. Any overflow could leak down, and soak your ceiling causing the water stains that, if left unresolved, could cause major damage inside your home. 

If your drain pan is full, that means there’s likely a clog in your drain line. Walk around outside your home, and find the area where the drain lines lead. In most homes, you will see two exterior drain lines: one about a foot off the ground, and another one overhead, just underneath the roofline. If the bottom line is dry and the top line is dripping, that is a surefire sign that the line is clogged.

What to Do About a Clogged Drain Line

Unclogging your drain could be easy or difficult depending on the size and location of the clog. Simple tools like a drain snake, wet/dry vac, or even a garden hose used with a drain bladder might be able to get the job done. But if you want to get it done right, the first time, schedule an appointment with The Bosworth Company. Our team of experts can diagnose your problem quickly, and get the job done right. Worth the Call. Always.