Schneider Heating & Cooling, Inc.

Why should I choose Schneider Heating & Cooling, Inc.?

We care about our customers and the quality of our work. We are dedicated to servicing our customers and place our existing customers at top priority.

We stand behind what we install, even if it means we will have to come out after normal business hours to do warranty repairs.

Why choose Rheem products?

Because they produce products that are researched and tested by some of the best engineers in the industry. The products are tested at the Fort Smith, AK plant at levels beyond government standards in order to provide you with quality products.

Is the in-home estimate for new equipment free?

Yes

Do you give free estimates on repair work?

Free estimates are only given on new equipment.

What forms of payment do you accept?

What does S.E.E.R mean?

Seasonal energy efficiency rating, which means the higher the S.E.E.R number, the higher the efficiency level.  They range from 13 to 20. Since January of 2006, the government mandated that all single phase air conditioners be raised from 10 to 13 S.E.E.R. minimum.

Should I increase the size of my air conditioner to make my house cooler faster?

Many people are tempted to demand a larger unit because they want their house to cool faster and they think that bigger is better. A unit that is over sized for your house will run for shorter cycles. Though it may lower the temperature in the house faster, it will not run long enough to remove as much of the humidity that will give you the comfort level you desire. The shorter run times also decrease the unit’s efficiency.

Do I have to replace my indoor coil when I replace my outdoor condenser?

Beware of contractors who are willing to simply replace the outdoor condenser while leaving your existing indoor coil. If the S.E.E.R. of your indoor coil is rated lower than your outdoor condenser, you need to replace your indoor coil. Improperly rated or mismatched equipment may void your warranty and will not provide you with the efficiency and comfort level expected for your new air conditioner. It will also over work your compressor, leading to premature compressor failure. The dirt in your older indoor coil will also decrease the air flow and efficiency. We are dedicated to providing you quality work at a fair price. We will counsel you on your existing and future heating and cooling needs in order to save you money in the long run.

Why would I want two-stage cooling?

Have you ever worn a sweater indoors during the summer because the air conditioning was too cold? If you end up feeling too cold on milder days, you may want to invest in a two-stage cooling system. On milder days it will run on the lower setting, keeping the cold drafts down.

Or have you ever drastically lowered the thermostat down to the 60s hoping that would cool the house faster? Doing that with the single-stage cooling system does not cool the house faster, but lowering the temperature on the two-stage system will cause the unit to kick into the higher cooling stage, cooling your house faster!

How does the R-22 phase out affect me?

Each year the production of R-22 is decreased; therefore, driving the price higher. This means that future repairs on equipment using R-22 may cost more. Check out this brochure put out by the EPA for more details.

It is estimated that over the past two years, the price for R-22 has increased an average of 41%.

Can I replace my R-22 refrigerant in my unit with R-410A?

This is not possible because R-410A has a significantly higher vapor pressure than R-22. 

Should I cover my outdoor air conditioning unit during the winter?

You do no want to cover your entire unit. You may want to put a board on top of the unit to keep leaves from falling down through the fan.

You want to make sure you never run the unit while it is covered!

How often should I change my furnace filter?

It is recommended that you change your filter every month. If the weather is mild, you may not need to change the filter each month, but you need to still check to make sure.

My upstairs is too hot during the summer. What can I do?

Since heat rises, we will always have a problem with the upstairs being hotter than the first floor. If you are not using the upstairs during the day, we recommend that you turn up the temperature during the day and then turn down the temperature after the sun goes down. This will help cool down the upstairs for sleeping.

You may wish to close your registers on the first floor. Sometimes you have dampers in the ductwork that can be adjusted to divert more air to the upper level.

Don’t forget to close your curtains and blinds to keep out the sun. It is also good to check the insulation in your attic. You may also wish to install an attic fan to help pull the heat out of your attic.

You also want to make sure you are getting adequate airflow to your upstairs. Some higher end furnace filters instruct you to replace the filter every three months, but the dirt they catch often requires the filter to be changed every month because the dirt restricts the airflow too much. Another air flow restriction can be dirt in your indoor coil. A service technician can clean this, but some designs and locations limit how much dirt can be removed, requiring the indoor coil to be replaced.