HVAC & Electrical Blog by JN Electrical Temperature Control, Inc

Upgrading Your Outlets to GFCI and AFCI Outlets

September 25th, 2023

We use more electricity in our homes today than ever before, and this has required improvements in home electrical systems. These improvements not only allow for greater electrical use but also safer electrical use.

One of the key safety features for modern electrical systems is GFCI and AFCI outlets. If your home doesn’t have these modern outlet upgrades, you definitely want to schedule installation as soon as you can. We’re the local experts when it comes to electrical safety and electric repair service in Madison County, and we can give you the important details on these outlets and why you need them in your house.

Late Summer Is a Good Time to Assess Your AC’s Performance

September 11th, 2023

As we approach the official last day of summer, you’ll probably still use your air conditioning system on the regular. It stays hot in September, after all. But you’ll begin to think about preparing for the winter season, which means scheduling heating maintenance.

Right now, we want you to give your AC a bit of attention. It’s spent a hard summer battling the heat—how did it do at its job? Pick one of the following answers…

Great, no complaints!
Eh, it was okay.
It just wasn’t working as well as it used to.
The AC is the worst appliance in my house.

Depending on your answer, you may need to schedule service for your air conditioning system before the end of the summer, or even arrange to have a new one installed in the fall.

Look Out for These 6 Warning Signs That Your Water Heater Is Malfunctioning

August 28th, 2023

You need your water heater to work almost every day for showering, cleaning, washing dishes, etc. This puts plenty of stress on your water heater and that makes it likely at some point that it will malfunction and you’ll need to call for water heater repair from experts.

If you know the signs to watch for, you can detect early that your water heater is in trouble. The faster you act, the less likely you’ll suddenly lose all your hot water.

Below are six common signs that you’ve got a malfunctioning water heater. If you’re experiencing any of these signs, don’t hesitate to contact us. Our experienced technicians are standing by 24 hours a day to assist you.

Your Home May Need Rewiring

August 14th, 2023

Nothing inside a home can last forever, although homeowners often act as if something like the electrical wiring will never feel the touch of time. Unfortunately, no matter how much you’d like the electrical wiring in your home to never need replacement, wires age like everything else to the point where you’ll need an upgrade.

But how can you tell if your home is ready for rewiring, either partial or whole house? It’s a good question and we’re going to explore it further in this post.

If you’re searching for “electricians near me” who can tell you if you need rewiring, as well as do the full job if you do need it, you’ve come to the right place. We’ll work hard to see you have a hassle-free experience when we take care of your rewiring needs.

Why Is There Water Leaking From My AC?

July 17th, 2023

Your air conditioning system isn’t a water-using appliance like the water heater, washing machine, or dishwasher in your house. So if you start to see water leaking from the base of the AC cabinet in your home, you may feel a bit confused. Where is the water coming from? Is this a serious problem that needs professional attention?

Water leaking from an AC is actually a common occurrence, and it’s also one that usually requires repairs from licensed HVAC technicians. We can handle any AC repair in Hart County you may need for your air conditioner, so please feel free to call us when you’ve noticed water pooling around your air conditioner.

Is Your AC Turning On and Off Too Rapidly? Here’s What’s Happening

July 3rd, 2023

You normally don’t think much about your air conditioning during the summer months once you’ve got it set. It turns on when you need it to, runs for a stretch, shuts down, and then turns back on whenever the house starts to get too warm again.

Except now, something different is happening … The AC is turning on and off far more often. It turns on, only runs for a short time, then shuts off, only to turn back on again a short time later. You’re always noticing the air conditioner turning on because it’s happening so often.

Is this a problem, and what exactly is causing it? Do you need to call us for AC repair in Franklin County? We’ll look into this problem (yes, it is a problem) more below.

We Won the National Comfort Institute Award

June 30th, 2023

Through dedication to workmanship, customer service, and providing high-quality results that we put our name on, we won the National Comfort Institute award!

We won thanks to a number of factors, and we couldn’t have done it without you, our customers and community. These are some of the accolades that were highlighted.

Why Your AC Isn’t Getting the Whole House Cool

June 19th, 2023

This is a common problem that people run into with their air conditioning systems. The AC appears to be working normally, and there’s cool air coming out of it, but the whole house isn’t getting the amount of cooling it’s supposed to. This uneven cooling can mean some rooms are too hot, usually rooms more distant from the center of the house.

A good central AC is supposed to cool the entire house—it’s designed and sized for that purpose. If you got an AC that can’t evenly cool your home, there are several possibilities that may require replacing the air conditioner or, in most cases, calling our team for air conditioning repair in Hartwell, GA.

It’s Time for an Electrical Panel Upgrade, Here’s Why

June 5th, 2023

The electrical panel is one of the essential components for daily living in your home. However, you probably don’t give much thought to it except when a breaker trips and you have to go to the panel to reset it. This is about as much interaction as most people have with their electrical panel.

Because people don’t often deal with their home’s electrical panel, it’s easy for them to think the panel will last forever and never need an upgrade. While panels can last for several decades, they often need upgrades earlier than this, and it’s important to know when your panel is ready to be replaced.

We’ll provide you with a guide to when it’s time to call an electrician in Lavonia to upgrade your home’s panel.

Troubleshooting Your Broken Smoke Detector

May 22nd, 2023

A broken smoke detector, just like a broken alarm of any kind, isn’t any worth to you. If you’ve got a busted smoke detector, you can always call our team for smoke detector repair or a full replacement (often the better option if you’ve got a detector more than 10 years old). However, in some cases you can troubleshoot your faulty smoke detector and solve the problem yourself.

We’re going to go into some of the steps you can take to see if there’s a simple answer to your faulty smoke detector.