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2025 AC Refrigerant Changes: What You Need to Know
Another round of AC refrigerant changes for standard residential and light commercial units is coming this year, and with it comes equipment changes. This started with the 2019 Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol around global warming, which then translated into the AIM Act of 2020. The last AC refrigerant change was from R22 to […]
Read this postLocal Austin Ownership in a Market of Acquisition
Efficient continues to be locally owned as many other Austin service companies are acquired by investors. Learn more about local ownership vs. acquisition from owner George Drazic.
Read this postMeet Johnny Jones, VP & Senior Mechanical Estimator
Where are you from originally? Born in Cleveland, Texas and grew up in Zwolle, Louisiana. Tell us a little about your family. Married since 1972. I have 2 daughters, 2 granddaughters and 4 grandsons. What did you do before you got into the construction industry? US Air Force 1970-1974 What motivated you to pursue a […]
Read this post2023 Department of Energy New HVAC Efficiency Standards
Beginning January 1, 2023, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is increasing the minimum efficiencies for central air conditioners and heat pumps. The testing procedures for determining those efficiencies are also going to be more stringent. New Testing Procedures All products will need to be rated using the new M1 testing procedure, which will be […]
Read this postHow to Clean AC Coils
This is a frequently asked question, so we want to address it. The real answer is that only a properly trained service technician should ever clean air conditioner coils, as high voltage is present, and there is significant risk for injury (even death) if this service is not done properly. That being said, here are […]
Read this postVRF/VRV Systems: Pros & Cons
These terms relate to the variable refrigerant flow (VRF) or variable refrigerant volume (VRV) of systems. These systems offer alternatives to conventional residential and light commercial systems and have advantages and disadvantages over conventional systems (also known as 5 ton and under and often made by Carrier and other brands). These makers are now offering […]
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