When asked what the dirtiest place in the house is, most people would probably say the bathroom or the kitchen. After all, this is where you deal with things that usually attract bacteria, dust, or other dirt. While it makes sense, this isn’t always true. In fact, it kind of depends on which one you take care of and which...
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Winter’s just started so there’s plenty of time to do all the checks needed on your air conditioner just to be sure your home is ready for the blistering heat waves of summer. After all, the last thing you want is your aircon dying on you when summer is already in full swing. Here are some of the things you...
The average household on the Sunshine Coast owns at least five ‘power guzzlers’, the most insatiable of which is the air conditioner. It accounts for up to 50 percent of your home’s overall energy consumption, especially during summer when it has to stay on for up to 20 hours per day. Thankfully, there are ways to improve the efficiency of...
Are you dreading summer because it seems like you’re not going to make it through spring in the heat of your home? That’s a sign that you need a brand new aircon unit. Most homes and businesses on the Sunshine Coast use a split system air conditioner. This air conditioning system is designed to cool individual areas in a building. It...
It takes years before anyone can get fully acclimated to Queensland’s warm climate. Even the locals on the Sunshine Coast still complain about the heat from time to time, especially during summer. The best way to keep cool amidst the sweltering environment is to switch on your home air conditioning system. The Sunshine Coast receives up to 116 days of...
The Sunshine Coast is not a place for anyone who doesn’t enjoy the heat. Temperatures here can easily go up towards 40°C, especially during summer. Although appealing to beachgoers, these temperatures are nothing short of annoying for families who just want to spend their free time resting comfortably in their homes. It’s no wonder most residential and commercial facilities in...
Enduring summer on the Sunshine Coast takes a lot more than simply getting used to the heat. You need a high-performance air conditioning system running throughout the day to maintain a bearable indoor environment. Especially if it’s for a commercial facility, where even the slightest of warmth could stall operations and sales. You owe it to your employees and customers...
During this time of uncertainty surrounding the COVID-19 Coronavirus, the wellness of our customers is our top priority. It’s important to us that your air conditioner is working properly and giving you a comfortable living environment while we’re all spending so much time at home. If you happen to be ill in some way, or elderly, this is especially important....
Having the right type of air conditioning system for your home has a huge impact on your indoor air quality and energy consumption. With so many versions and brands available on the market, however, this can be a tough task even for the experienced buyer. An HVAC specialist like Port City Air can help narrow your options and ultimately pin...
Now more than ever, as we self isolate and work from home, our air conditioning systems are running day in and day out. While it’s good to go outside for a walk to get some fresh air, it’s also important to make sure that the air that you’re breathing from your air conditioner while spending so much time indoors is...