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AC sizing problems are more common than most Florida homeowners realize. A unit that is too small or too large for the space it’s trying to cool can quickly turn into a daily frustration. From uneven room temperatures to skyrocketing utility bills, an incorrectly sized system can have long-term consequences. In Florida, where high humidity…

Nothing feels worse than walking into a hot Florida home expecting cool air, only to realize your AC won’t turn on. Before you panic or assume the worst, take a moment to go through a few essential checks. There are several reasons an air conditioner might not start, and many of them are simple to…

If you’ve noticed water pooling around your air conditioner or dripping from vents or ceilings, you’re not alone. An AC leaking water is one of the most frequent reasons homeowners in Florida call for service. While it might seem like a minor issue at first, water leaks can lead to serious damage, mold growth, and…

Why Pet Owners Should Care About Indoor Air Quality If you share your home with cats or dogs, you’re already familiar with the joy they bring and probably the hair they leave behind. But what many Florida homeowners don’t realize is how much pets can quietly degrade pet air quality in your home. Dander, fur,…

Indoor air quality (IAQ) affects how you sleep, how often you have to dust, and even how much energy your air-conditioning system uses. Yet plenty of outdated or flat-out wrong advice still circulates on social media and in home-improvement forums. To help South-Florida homeowners separate fact from fiction, Cusano Air Conditioning tackles seven of the…

Air-conditioning systems in South Florida rarely get a break, and that constant workload puts extra stress on a component most homeowners never see: the run capacitor. This small, cylindrical part stores electrical energy and releases it in precise bursts to start and keep the compressor and outdoor fan motor running. When the capacitor weakens, the…

Florida logs more cloud-to-ground lightning strikes each year than any other state. Summer afternoons often bring fast-moving storms that flash, rumble, and disappear within an hour, but the electrical surge they unleash can stay behind in the form of fried control boards, blown capacitors, and tripped breakers. If you want to protect AC from lightning,…

Most homeowners focus on the air-conditioning unit sitting outside or the air handler tucked in a closet, but the ductwork that carries cooled air through the house often determines how comfortable each room feels. Studies from the U.S. Department of Energy show that typical duct systems lose twenty to thirty percent of conditioned air through…

When shopping for a new air conditioning system, one of the first things homeowners notice is the SEER rating on the label. While the number might seem like a confusing technical detail, understanding it can make a big difference for your comfort and your wallet. In Florida, where AC systems run nearly year round, the…

When it comes to keeping your Florida home cool, not all air conditioning systems work the same way. Many homeowners focus only on brand names or energy ratings, but one of the most important choices is whether to install a single-stage or a variable-speed AC system. Choosing the right type of AC affects your comfort,…