OUR BLOG: AIR CONDITIONING CONSULTANTS IN HARPENDEN

Looking for ways to beat the heat and stay cool this summer? Here at Hertfordshire Air Conditioning, we're your air conditioning consultant, focused on keeping Harpenden and the nearby areas comfortable with affordable air conditioning installations and expert advice. Whether you're considering a new AC system for your home or business, or want tips on maintaining your existing unit, our blog is your one-stop shop for all things air conditioning. We'll keep you updated on industry news, offer helpful guides and troubleshooting tips, and showcase the latest technology to ensure you make informed decisions about your air conditioning needs. Get in touch with us today to schedule a service – we've got you covered!

5 Reasons to Upgrade Your Old Air Conditioning System Before Summer Hits

As summer approaches, staying cool becomes a top priority for homes and businesses alike throughout Hertfordshire. If your air...

Air Conditioning Myths!

Air Conditioning Myths Debunked: What Every Homeowner in Hertfordshire Should Know. Air conditioning is no longer a luxury; it’s a...

The Future Of Air Conditioning

Trends Hertfordshire Homeowners and Businesses Need to Know Air conditioning technology is evolving rapidly, bringing innovative...

Maintenance you can conduct yourself on your a/c unit!

Maintaining Your Air Conditioning Unit: What You Can Do and When to Call the Experts We're always happy to educate our customers in...

What is Refrigerant Recovery?

Understanding UK Laws on Refrigerant Recovery from AC Units In the UK, the recovery of refrigerant from air conditioning (AC) units is...

Fun A/C Facts!

Ancient Solutions Before the invention of modern air conditioning, Ancient Egyptians and Romans implemented early cooling methods for...

Refrigerant phase-down developments in the UK

F Gas Regulations: Refrigerant Phase-Down Timeline for UK Air Conditioning The UK's commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and...

Air Conditioning - what exciting technology lies ahead?

Maybe it's the time of year, when traditionally the Air Conditioning industry slows down and we start to think about the future and the...

'My Air Conditioning smells - why is that'?

One of the most common complaints we receive from clients is that their a/c unit smells. Often it's described as an ammonia or a...

R410a refrigerant phase out - when and why?

Why is R410A Refrigerant Being Phased Out and When? The air conditioning industry is undergoing a significant shift as the phase-out of...

Building Ventilation

Is building ventilation a legal requirement? In short, yes, it is! However, the issue is actually not that straight forward and there a...

Understanding the Difference Between VRV and VRF Air Conditioning Systems

When it comes to efficient cooling and heating solutions for buildings, VRV and VRF systems often come into the conversation. While they...

Duct Cleaning

What is the duct cleaning process? The TR19 guidelines state the recommended intervals between cleans. However, the cleaning intervals...

Indoor Air Quality

And why this matters! We are often asked about Indoor Air Quality, why it's important and what can be done about improving IAQ in our...

Rogue online trader hit with big fine!

he below article appeared on the 4th January 2024 in the ACR Journal and is reproduced here, in full, with their permission. The...

What is S.B.S?

And how does it affect me? Sick Building Syndrome (SBS) is a term used to describe a condition where occupants of a building experience a...

What are the F Gas Regulations?

The F Gas Regulations are a set of rules in the UK that are designed to reduce the use and release of fluorinated greenhouse...

My A/C is 'leaking' water!

Is this a problem? In short - no. It's not a problem. An air conditioning unit produces condensation as a natural part of its cooling...

How noisy are Air Conditioning units?

The noise level of modern air conditioning units in the UK can vary depending on a number of factors, such as the type of unit concerned,...

Why do people talk about Fresh Air?

And why is it important for Air Conditioning? Fresh Air is important in buildings because it helps to maintain good Indoor Air Quality...

R410a Refrigerant Phaseout

And what does it mean? R410A refrigerant is being phased out in the UK as part of the European Union's F-Gas regulation, which aims to...

What are TM44 surveys?

And are they compulsory? Air conditioning Energy Assessments are now a legal requirement under The Energy Performance of Buildings...

Planning Permission

Do I need Planning Permission to install A/C in my house? This is one of the most common questions we get asked here at Hertfordshire Air...

What is REFCOM?

REFCOM is a UK-based organization that is responsible for regulating the refrigeration, air conditioning, and heat pump sector. It is the...

MVHR's - what are they?

MVHR stands for "Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery." It is a type of ventilation system that is used to provide fresh air to a...

Heat Pumps for Heating?

In the UK, gas boilers are being phased out as part of the government's plans to decarbonize the heating sector and reduce greenhouse gas...

What Is Air Conditioning?

Air Conditioning is a popular feature in homes and businesses in the UK, particularly in the warmer months of the year. It provides a...

F-Gas News: F-gas violators face £200,000 fines:

After receiving support from the industry, the Fluorinated Greenhouse Gases (Amendment) Regulations 2018 were laid before the UK...

Global Warming Performance

According to 2014 EU F-Gas Regulation (517/2014), EU countries must reduce the Global Warming Performance year by year. This regulation...

Heat recovery ventilation

If you’ve followed the news at all over the past few months you will have noticed all the items focusing on air quality and in particular...

TM44 Air Conditioning Inspections

TM44 – what is it and how does it impact me? TM44 is the CIBSE document which is used as a guidance note to comply with the Energy...

Autumn Servicing

The summer has gone and autumn has well and truly settled in. You might think your #airconditioning units can be forgotten about for a...

Heat Stress

So; with the forecast and much-anticipated heat wave now upon us, it's fair to say that not all people are looking forward to it. Those...

VAT 2022

During the recent Spring Statement, Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced that the VAT rate which applies to the installation of a/c systems...

Refrigerant rocketing prices

Most people would know that refrigerant, or 'gas' as it's known, is an integral part of a refrigeration or air conditioning system; it's...