Improper Ladder Placement

In the profession of fixing HVAC systems, sometimes the air conditioning and heater installation and repair experts at A Best Air need to use ladders to get to HVAC units placed in difficult areas. While they are always sure to practice the safest ladder placement, the workers featured on the site HVAC Fun do not. From leaning ladders against overhead wires to balancing ladders in a way that would even makes a professional Jenga player nervous, here are some of the worst placed ladders for your cringing enjoyment.

Off The Wall Advertising

A new ad campaign in Thailand by one air conditioner company shows that their air conditioners also help in removing odors from homes and apartments in a unique way; the ads take the concept of literally. Run in a series, the ads feature the outside of homes and business with arms jutting from the walls, extending the sources of the bothersome smells. The advertisements feature everything from cigarettes to frying pans and incense being held outward by some anonymous arms as though the building itself is rejecting such scents. To see more, check out the Inspiration Room for more artistic takes on air conditioner performance. 

To keep your air conditioner working properly, either in removing scents to keeping your home cool, the air conditioner and heater repair specialists at A Best Air are dedicated to delivering quality fixes to your cool air ailments. Stay on top of the performance of your HVAC unit with regular updates from A Best Air in Tulsa, OK. 

Air Conditioner Factoids

Though most every person in modern civilization has had some interaction with an air conditioner, most also take their air conditioners for granted. Only when an air conditioner fails to perform properly does this lack of appreciation for this device come to the forefront of one's mind and quickly shifts to one of immense gratitude when the air conditioning unit is repaired. Back before the days of air conditioning (or affordable air conditioning, anyways) much of industry would shut down during the hottest parts of the year when working conditions were simply unbearable in large warehouses, offices, and other business locations. For 12 fascinating air conditioning facts to make you love your air conditioner even more, visit this blog post from Divine Caroline. For air conditioner repair and installation year round, trust in the HVAC specialists at A Best Air in Tulsa, OK. 

Stay Healthy By Keeping Your Air Conditioner Healthy

Don't let this happen to your filter.

As the summer heat builds, your health can be directly correlated to the health of your air conditioner. Not only does an air conditioner keep your home cool during scorching summer afternoons, but your air filter keeps the cool air clean and your air conditioner running efficiently. By staying on top of the health of your air conditioner by keeping the air filter clean and free of debris, you can better escape the summer heat by enjoying all the cool, clean air that your air conditioner has to offer. By regularly checking and/or changing out your air filter, not only will your air conditioner thank you with quality performance but your electric bill will thank you because your air conditioner is performing efficiently. To ensure maximized performance, it is recommended to have an experienced air HVAC professional inspect and perform maintenance on your air conditioning unit at the first sign of any trouble. For quality air conditioner maintenance, repair, and installation, contact Tulsa's own A Best Air.

Look, Mom; No Blades!

As more people are looking for ways to make most of their air conditioners and stay cool, the makers of the popular Dyson vacuum cleaners have offered a tool to stay cool; the Dyson Air Multiplier. Providing a similar feel to that of a conventional oscillating fan, the Dyson Air Multiplier has no visible blades; rather just a circle of air propulsion that utilizes a very unique air-moving technology to push air around a space. Utilizing much of the same physics behind getting a more solid stream of water from a hose by using one's thumb to limit the amount of water that is able to come out and therefore creating pressure, the Dyson Air Multiplier is a clever alternative to a cumbersome fan that also has much to offer in the spheres of aesthetics in comparison to a conventional fan. For more information on the technology behind the Dyson Air Multiplier, check out Dyson's official fan website. 



In order to stay cool this summer, trust the air conditioner repair professionals at A Best Air HVAC Installation and Repair. Don't forget to keep your air conditioner's air filter clean and keep yourself and your family hydrated for a happy 4th of July and rest of your summer. 

Don't Let the Summer Sneak Up On You

Not even into the middle of July yet and the temperatures are heating up to August-like levels. As the temperatures heat up into the triple digits in Oklahoma, it's easy to forget that it's just barely officially summer. Being careful to keep your air conditioner in check, there are other ways to stay cool. Staying cool goes far beyond keeping your home sealed and your windows shades closed during the day. From the clothes you wear to the foods you eat, there are a whole variety of factors that contribute to your raise in body heat.  From the website Mother Nature Network, writer Chris Baskind has five easy to follow recommendations taken straight from the pre-central air play book. Incorporate these helpful tip to make the summer heat a tad more bearable. 


When your air conditioner goes out or isn't performing properly, this kind of heat makes air conditioner repair not just a luxury but a necessity. Contact the your Tulsa are air conditioner repair experts at A Best Air.

Crazy For Air Conditioning

Heat will make people do crazy things, but no group of people cross that line quite like the dedicated (or insane) people on this website. Dangling out of windows far above the streets below in order to fix air conditioners, these dare devils take their lives in their own hands and all for the sake of a cooler apartment. It is important to report that the air conditioning repair expert's at Tulsa's own A Best Air do not encourage anyone to attempt any such feats and acknowledge that these individuals are not professional air conditioner repair specialists. Still, observe the bravery and utter stupidity of these do-it-yourselfers as they put it all on the line (and at times, all on the air conditioner) for the promise of a cooler living quarters. 

Maximizing Efficiency Driving With Windows Down & A/C Off VS Driving With AC

With the economy still struggling to its feet, people are looking more than ever for methods of cutting cost without too much discomfort. One very popular bit of advice is to not run the air conditioner in one's car, but instead drive with the windows down. Others will say that the opposite is actually true; that having the windows down will create additional drag on the aerodynamics of the car and cause it to use up more fuel. Which is suggestion is correct? The answer is: both. 



Driving with the air conditioner turned off will always save you money. The only problem is that driving with your windows down may not. According to an SAE study, there is point in which vying for keeping your windows down as opposed to keeping your air conditioner on with the windows up ends up using for fuel than running the air conditioner full-blast. At around 55 miles per hour and over, having the windows down causes significant wind resistance on your vehicle and can cut gas mileage by as much as 20%. Running your air conditioner with the windows up only tends to cut gas mileage by around 10%. Driving at lower speeds, however, air resistance does not play near the same factor as it does at higher speeds; so city driving with the air conditioner off and windows down would end up saving money. 


Make sure to keep ALL of air conditioners in good health this summer in order to stay cool! For all your household air conditioner installations, repairs, and any other HVAC service needs, contact the professionals at Tulsa's own A Best Air. 

Summer Savings Secrets

As the heat cranks up, everyone is looking for the big money-saving secret to keeping down utility costs. In many instances, it's not one big cost-cutting secret but rather many smaller ones. With a little time and planning, you can make these energy cutting secrets work for your family as the days continue to get warmer this summer in Oklahoma. 


Let your dishwasher do its job. 
Dishwashers were designed with convenience in mind, but rarely do we really think about them being energy efficient. How efficient? More efficient than you. It may come as a surprise that you end up using less water when you let your dishwasher wash the dishes than what you might use when you wash them by hand.  


Go big at the grocery store. 
While it might not seem like a cost-cutting measure at the time, the more your refrigerator is filled, the more efficient it is. Open spaces don't tend to hold in the cold like a load of groceries do when the door is open. If you have a lot of space in your freezer, something as simple as a few more ice trays can help keep your ice box cooler for less. In addition to that, you'll have all the ice you could ever need at a moment's notice. 


Don't be afraid of your microwave. 
Radiation aside, your microwave is a lean, mean, cooking machine; more so than your stove or oven. For foods that don't suffer from being microwaved, your microwave is one of the most efficient cooking devices in your kitchen. 


Kick it up a notch. 
There is no reason for you to be hot in your home, but in the summertime, there's definitely no reason for you to be cold when it comes to saving on your electric bill. By raising the temperature on your thermostat from the typical 72 degrees to the neighborhood of 78 degrees, you'll notice a decent amount of savings on your electric bill at the end of the month without a considerable change in temperature. Also, why pay for cold air you're not enjoying? When you leave the house, turn the thermostat to around 80 or 85 degrees. Keep ceiling and box fans running to circulate the cool air along with making sure all windows are firmly closed with a tight seal. The air conditioner will continue to keep the humidity down, but the raised temperature will also keep your electricity bill down as well. 


Choose efficient times of day to use heat-generating appliances. 
By using your dishwasher, stove, or dryer during the hottest parts of the day, you're making your air conditioner work overtime to keep your home cool. Whether it's the steam from the dishwasher, an open dryer door, or open oven door, using these appliances on the hottest part of the day is kicking your air conditioner while it's down. By waiting till the cool of night settles or getting a head start by performing these household duties early in the day, your air conditioner and electric bill will thank you. 


For more energy savings tips, check out the Consumer Energy Center. To ensure the health of your HVAC system all summer long and avoid a mid-summer air conditioner breakdown, have the AC experts at A Best Air give your system a seasonal checkout to make sure its running at its most efficient. 

Air Conditioning Gone Bad

Here at A Best Air, we are happy to take care of all of your home's heating and cooling concerns; from central air units, window air conditioner units, furnaces, and beyond. However, we do suggest that you leave major installations and repairs to the professionals to save you time, money, and ensure the safety of your family. With that being said, here are some people who probably will not take our advice and have taken it upon themselves to install window air conditioning units in their cars. Not only are these not safe, but they are grossly inefficient in comparison to a car's built-in air conditioning unit. Please do not try this at home. For more of these examples, log onto Chicago Now's featured page on this do-it-yourself phenomena. For professional quality HVAC service, consult the experts at A Best Air and make it a cool summer.  

Ductless Air Conditioning

A style of air conditioning that has grown very popular in many other countries where there is a need for air conditioning, but no existing duct work, ductless air conditioning is a very capable solution to this problem. Where window unit air conditioners once reigned supreme, more people are not only desiring a more efficient air conditioner for their smaller home or apartment, but they also want their windows back! A ductless air conditioner is a slimmer unit that is typically installed just above a window or elsewhere in a room with a connection an air conditioner installed on the exterior of the room. They're very popular for their ease of use with a remote control system and their aesthetics that don't detract from the design of the room. The units also can be used to heat spaces; making them great for needing to retrofit heating and air conditioning to an older house or apartment. For more information on ductless air conditioners, check out these frequently asked questions from Thermospace.com. For information on air conditioner maintenance, repair, and installation, trust the experts at A Best Air.

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A Best Air and Heat Inc. is the AC and HVAC specialist that the Tulsa area has trusted for air conditioner repair for over 15 years. With free replacement estimates and a 100% satisfaction guarantee, you can rest assured that A Best Air and Heat Inc. will repair, service, or replace your air conditioner or furnace and leave your home in complete comfort.  We carry all of the major cooling and heating brands, including Amana, Goodman, Carrier HVAC, Bryant, Payne, Trane, Ruud, Rheem, and Lennox. For air conditioner repair, furnace repair, or HVAC repair, call us today at 918-496-COOL (2665) or 918-455-HEAT (4328).

Our HVAC repair technicians are all NATE (North American Technician Excellence) certified, and A Best Air and Heat Inc. is completely licensed, bonded, and insured for your safety and ours.  We offer same day AC service six days a week, with no extra charge for Saturdays.  We charge a low flat rate diagnostic fee to determine the heater or air conditioning repair you require.  If a replacement air conditioner or heater unit is required, we will give you a free estimate for your AC repair costs.  And if quality is a concern, we have a 100% satisfaction guarantee - your new HVAC system will produce an even temperature within 2 degrees of the thermostat setting, and we will make any modification, repairs, or replacements necessary to your AC cooling or heating system to achieve that goal, at no additional cost to you!  If you’re not completely satisfied with your new air conditioning or furnace system within the 1^st year of installation, we’ll give your money back – it’s that simple.

At A Best Air and Heat Inc., owners Kenny and Tammy Green care about our air conditioning repair and furnace repair customers and the Tulsa community.  We proudly carry Energy Star certified air conditioning units from all the major brands, including Amana, Bryant, Carrier HVAC, Goodman, Lennox, Payne, Rheem, Ruud, and Trane.  We also offer senior citizen discounts on air conditioner repair and have a one-year, no-overtime policy for new cooling and heater installations.  Owner Kenny Green says, “We really believe the reason for our success comes down to treating our customers and employees how we would like to be treated.”  And, at A Best Air and Heat Inc., a portion of every AC service or AC repair sale goes to support breast cancer awareness and research.

So improve the temperature, humidity, and air quality in your home today by calling for air conditioning repair or furnace repair from A Best Air and Heat Inc. at 918-496-COOL (2665) or 918-455-HEAT (4328).  Our AC repair and HVAC repair technicians will service your furnace or cooling system to your complete satisfaction.  And, if a replacement AC or HVAC system is required, you can trust our quality air conditioners and heating units from Ruud, Payne, Amana, Carrier HVAC, Bryant, Goodman, Lennox, Trane, and Rheem.  For AC service, HVAC repair, or AC repair in Tulsa and the surrounding area, A Best Air and Heat, Inc. is your heating and air conditioning expert!