714.901.0552 | 714.248.0869 | 949.336.2191
Alpine Heating & Air Conditioning specializes in sales, installation, service & repair of air conditioning & heating equipment.
We are servicing our customers throughout the Orange County area, including the cities of Aliso Viejo, Anaheim, Brea, Buena Park, Costa Mesa, Cypress, Dana Point, Fountain Valley, Fullerton, Garden Grove, Huntington Beach, Irvine, La Habra, La Palma, Laguna Beach, Laguna Hills, Laguna Niguel, Laguna Woods, Lake Forest, Los Alamitos, Mission Viejo, Newport Beach, Orange, Placentia, Rancho Santa Margarita, San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano, Santa Ana, Seal Beach, Stanton, Tustin, Villa Park, Westminster, Yorba Linda.
The materials posted on this website are for personal, non-commercial use only and may be downloaded only for personal use.
Republication, retransmission or reproduction of any images is strictly prohibited.
714.901.0552 | 714.248.0869 | 949.336.2191
Most Major
Brands
Welcome to our FAQ Page. We hope you'll find this information helpful.
For answers to all your heating and air conditioning questions please call us at (714) 901-0552 or email us at alpinehvac19@aol.com. We look forward to serving you.
Q: Why should I consider replacing my heating or air conditioning system?
A: There are a number of factors to consider when determining whether to repair or replace an existing system. Depending on the type and age of the unit you currently have installed you may be able to save a significant amount of money by replacing it with a newer, more energy efficient unit.
Systems manufactured as recently as eight to ten years ago are up to 60% less energy efficient than systems on the market today. That means that, in many cases, a new unit can pay for itself in lower energy costs in a very short time.
If you are facing a large repair on an older system it might be a good time to replace the unit instead of simply buying a few more years on a system that will eventually need replacing. If financing a new unit, the monthly energy savings can usually offset a majority of the cost of a new system.
Q: How expensive are new Heating and Air Conditioning units?
A: The answer depends on a number of factors including the size of your home or office, the condition and configuration of the ductwork the energy source for your units and many others. The experienced professionals at Alpine Heating & Air Conditioning can help you choose the system that best suits your needs. Through determining the physical requirements of your home or office along with your preferences and desires we can help you choose a unit that will match your needs and control recurring costs.
Q: How long should my new heating and air conditioning unit last?
A: Manufacturers provide different guidelines for the life expectancy of their various heating and air conditioning units. In general, under normal operating conditions and provided that routine maintenance is conducted in accordance with manufacturers’ guidelines you can expect your new unit to deliver dependable service for 25 years.
Q: What types of preventative maintenance I can do myself?
A: There are a number of things that you can do yourself to ensure the optimal operation and efficiency of your heating and cooling system. Here are a few:
- The air filter in your furnace or fan coil should be inspected every 3 to 4 weeks. A dirty filter will cause your furnace, air conditioner or heat pump to work harder than necessary and will decrease the effectiveness and increase energy consumption.
- If your indoor coil is accessible you should clean the top and underside using a vacuum cleaner equipped with a soft brush attachment. Make sure the coil is dry before cleaning for maximum effectiveness. If the coil is not completely accessible you may need to call a professional to perform the cleaning.
- Keep your outdoor condensing unit free of dirt and debris. You should also check the base pan under the unit to ensure that grass clippings, leaves and other material has not collected to ensure the unit drains properly.
- Make sure your outdoor unit is level. Units may become unlevel due to shifts in the ground beneath the unit resulting in incomplete draining.
- Annual inspections of your heating unit are advised. If dirt, soot or rust are detected in the unit’s combustion or vent system call a professional to diagnose and repair any problems to ensure the safe and efficient operation of your unit.
- Humidifiers should be cleaned at the beginning of every heating season. You should consult your owners’ manual for complete instructions on cleaning in the interior and exterior components. The evaporator pad should be replaced annually. If the water in your area is high in mineral content you should consider employing a water softening unit or clean your humidifier more frequently.
Call Alpine Heating & Air Conditioning at (714) 901-0552 to schedule a complete, professional inspection of all your heating and air conditioning equipment today.
Frequently Asked Questions - Heating and Cooling
COMMERCIAL
INDUSTRIAL
Call Me Today!
714-901-0552
Emergency Service Available!
Call our emergency service line at 714-901-0552
for fastest response.
Free Service Call with Repair
Free Estimates on New Installations!
Service & Repair All Major Manufactured Systems.
- New Installation Experts
- Residential & Commercial
- Over 20 Years of Honest, Expert Service
- All Work Guaranteed
- Large inventory of parts
- Service Agreements Available
- Evening & Weekend
Appointments available
Senior Discounts Available
CA St. Lic. 719734
Standard Heating Maintenance
- Check burner operation and clean
- Check pilot operation and clean
- Lubricate motors
- Monitor flu draft
- Inspect all safety controls & heat exchanger
- Check temperature splits
Standard AC Maintenance
- Check all electrical components
& connections - Check and fill Freon
- Clean outdoor condenser coil
- Change filters
- Lubricate motors
- Check temperature splits
