Leave Your HVAC Repair And Installation To A Professional

07/02/2012

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We live in a generation that watches the Home Improvement channel and DIY (Do-It-Yourself) programs around the clock. This can be a great thing! There are certain ventures where it makes sense to try it out on your own, but there are others where it can prove detrimental to attempt it by yourself. It can be for safety, cost, or other reasons. One such area of expertise best left to professionals is the heating and air conditioning field.

Don’t get us wrong, there are certain portions of HVAC analysis you can do on your own. For instance, you can keep a regular eye out for leaks or unusual noises, but when it comes to the repair of these items, it would probably be beneficial in the long run for you to call an HVAC professional. Your heating and air conditioning system is made up of a combination of electrical and chemical items. It’s principles are based on thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer, and the design of an HVAC system requires a certain knowledge of mechanical engineering and HVAC repair training. 

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6 Ways to Save Money before Calling an AC Service Tech

06/30/2012

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Yikes! Your air conditioner isn’t working, what do you do? Checking these simple items first might be able to save you the cost of a service repair call.

Before you call for repair:

  1. Is the thermostat set in the correct mode? Verify that it is set either to heat or cool, and that the system is turned on. Most systems have a built in delay, so wait a few minutes after making any adjustment to see if your system comes on.
  2. Verify your thermostat batteries are not dead. Many but not all thermostats have batteries to do a variety of tasks.  It is a good idea to change your thermostat batteries every six months when you change the batteries in your smoke detector. Often there is an indicator on the display (look for something like “batt”) when the batteries are weak.  If you are not sure how to access the batteries (or if your unit has them at all), have your technician show you at your next preventive maintenance appointment.
  3. Make sure your windows are all closed. When we are at the time of year where you are alternating between running your HVAC system and opening your windows, it is easy to miss one.
  4. Check your airflow. If a decrease in your HVAC system’s airflow is concerning you, make sure that something is not blocking your supply or return air registers.  This is also a good time to make sure that the filter is clean or replaced with a fresh one.
  5. Check the outdoor temperature. Most air conditioners are only able to cool the air about 20 degrees from what the outdoor air temperature is. On a very hot day if your air conditioner seems to be struggling to keep up, just be patient and try to avoid activities that can heat up the house.
  6. Check your fuse box. Sometimes resetting the breaker is all that is needed to get your HVAC system running again. Be careful with this one though, if it happens more than once a technician should be called to determine the reason.

If your air conditioner does not come on, it is time to call the professionals. Call Norca Air Conditioning and one of our trained technicians will get your HVAC system running again.

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Why Choose Norca Air For Your Service, Maintenance and Construction Projects?

01/28/2012

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Why Choose Norca Air?
  • Years and years of experience. 2012 will be our forty year anniversary.
  • We can cool your home or your seventy story high rise and everything in between.
  • You have access to the owners who are committed to your SATISFACTION.
  • We are a drug free workplace.
  • We are bonded.
  • We have a $5,000,000.00 insurance guarantee.
Norca Air has continually serviced the South Florida area since 1972. Our mature management staff ensures you solid, reliable, solutions. We are a highly organized company using state-of-the-art computerized procedures. We are professionals.

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Johnson & Wales University - Student Admissions Tenant Improvements

12/15/2011

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Norca Air has been contracted by MGM General Contracting for the HVAC scope of the Johnson & Wales University - Student Admissions Tenant Improvements project. We will be replacing 3 Fan Coil Units, extending chilled water lines & installing new ductwork & grills.
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The Cube

12/12/2011

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Norca Air Conditioning has been awarded the contract for the mechanical scope at The Cube. This is a new shell space for the future TD Bank, located at 1101 Brickell Avenue, Miami, Florida.

An artist's rendering of the future TD Bank office on 1101 Brickell Avenue. Image courtesy Florida East Coast Realty

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UV Lights on Sale!

03/04/2011

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Improve the Air Quality in Your Home or Office with a UV Light System!
Norca Air will help you harness the power of UV light to keep your family and/or coworkers safe and healthy.  A UV Light system is the perfect complement to a quality HVAC system installed by the experts at Norca Air.

How Does UV Light Work To Clean Your Air?
Doctors and hospitals have used UV light to clean instruments and keep patients healthy.  Today, the same level of sanitation is available for your air systems.  As the air is circulated through your HVAC system, it passes through specially installed UV light tubes where it is cleaned and disinfected.  Not only does this lead to a healthier environment for people, but it can also extend the life of your HVAC system and keep it running smooth and clean.

Benefits of UV Lights:
  • Provides a healthier living environment for you and your family
  • Kills mold, bacteria and viruses where they build up and hide
  • Cuts down on system maintenance by keeping your parts free from a buildup of mold and other nasty particles
  • Reduces odors by circulating extra clean air back into your living space

We are proud to work with Blue Tube to bring you the highest quality UV light systems in the business!

Single Bulb BlueTube UV Light for ONLY $275.00. Sale runs through March 31, 2011.
Sale price includes the UV Light, Transformer and installation. No exclusions or other requirements apply. This special coupon may be redeemed for a standalone installation.

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ENSURE YOUR HEATING SYSTEM IS READY FOR WINTER

11/08/2010

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Annual heater inspection before winter season makes good sense

As we just come out of our first cold front of the season, we are reminded of how cold our night can get in the winter. Now would be a great time to check your heaters, before the peak of the cold season gets here. You can follow these easy steps. 

  1. Make sure your system has been off for at least five minutes.
  2. Set the thermostat to the heat position.
  3. Raise the temperature setting on the thermostat to around 80 degrees.
  4. You should hear the fan and maybe the compressor start.
  5. After about one minute, feel the air coming out of one of the grills. It should be warm.
  6. Let the system run for five minutes and see if the air coming out of one of the grills is warm.
  7. Set the thermostat back to the OFF position.
  8. Wait five minutes and then you may return the thermostat settings to whatever you wish.
 
IF YOUR SYSTEM DOES NOT HEAT, contact us & we can diagnose the heating problem. You can call us at 305-558-1422 or click on our Service Request page.
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