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‘It’s a disaster’: Local business owner renting commercial space in Riverside accuses landlord of property neglect
Read full article: ‘It’s a disaster’: Local business owner renting commercial space in Riverside accuses landlord of property neglectThe News4JAX ITEAM is investigating complaints of excessive mold and mildew taking over a commercial space in Riverside. The tenant said it was because of neglect on the landlord’s part, forcing her to take legal action.
Heat deaths of people without air conditioning, often in mobile homes, underscore energy inequity
Read full article: Heat deaths of people without air conditioning, often in mobile homes, underscore energy inequityAdvocates say air conditioning is no longer a luxury but a public health and affordability issue.
2 businesses on Beach Blvd. recovering from tornado damage say they’re days away from reopening
Read full article: 2 businesses on Beach Blvd. recovering from tornado damage say they’re days away from reopeningTwo business owners said they are days away from reopening after a tornado hit them on Beach Boulevard.
Jacksonville technician shares tips to extend lifespan of ACs as temperatures rise, units fail
Read full article: Jacksonville technician shares tips to extend lifespan of ACs as temperatures rise, units failWith temperatures in the triple digits, AC repair companies have been slammed with calls of air conditioners failing.
Refrigeration chemicals are a nightmare for the climate. Experts say alternatives must spread fast
Read full article: Refrigeration chemicals are a nightmare for the climate. Experts say alternatives must spread fastRefrigerants are chemical fluids that have made air conditioning and refrigeration possible, but they are hundreds or even thousands of times more powerful at warming the planet than carbon dioxide, the most notorious greenhouse gas.
TELL US: During this summer’s heat wave, is your JEA utility bill a concern for you and your budget?
Read full article: TELL US: During this summer’s heat wave, is your JEA utility bill a concern for you and your budget?Since the end of June, temperatures have been in the upper 90s, with heat index in the 100s. People are staying cool by staying inside. And that may mean you have to drop the temp on your AC, but that will affect your JEA bill.
Some senior residents face a difficult decision during heat wave: Keep AC on or save much-needed money?
Read full article: Some senior residents face a difficult decision during heat wave: Keep AC on or save much-needed money?When summer temperatures get really hot, they have to decide if they can financially afford to keep the air conditioner running.
Gas prices are still relatively high: Here’s how to save on that road trip
Read full article: Gas prices are still relatively high: Here’s how to save on that road tripWhether you’re trying to plan a safe and affordable road trip before the school year starts or just looking for ways to cool your car without wasting fuel -- we found out everything you need to know from the auto experts at Consumer Reports.
The most common reasons A/C units fail & what you can do to prevent them
Read full article: The most common reasons A/C units fail & what you can do to prevent themNews4JAX talked with a local air conditioning company about the most common reasons A/C units fail — and what you can do to prevent them.
Tumbling temperatures may have you reaching for the thermostat
Read full article: Tumbling temperatures may have you reaching for the thermostatHave you made the seasonal switch yet? You know, AC to heat. The next round of cold weather may have you reaching for the thermostat. Increasing wind Tuesday and Wednesday will make it feel colder. Open window weather returns Thursday after a chilly start.
Coolest you should keep your home is 78 degrees, federal program recommends
Read full article: Coolest you should keep your home is 78 degrees, federal program recommendsFederal program Energy Star did not have Floridians in mind when it made recommendations for in-home air conditioners. The program recommends to help keep costs down, you might try to skimp on the AC but that can create squabbles in the family over which temperature setting is more comfortable. Energy Star, a joint federal program run by the DOE and the Environmental Protection Agency, recommends that for optimal cooling and energy efficiency, the coolest you should keep your house is 78 Fand thats only when youre at home and awake. If you arent comfortable at 78 F, lower the temperature a degree at a time and let your system reach the new setting before ratcheting it down further. If you find these temperatures appalling, Florida's Public Service Commission also recommended keeping your thermostat at 78 degrees and raising it a few degrees when you leave for the day.
Keeping your cool with your air conditioner, avoiding costly bills, repairs
Read full article: Keeping your cool with your air conditioner, avoiding costly bills, repairsfreeimages.comJACKSONVILLE, Fla. - When temperatures get dangerously hot, as they have been this summer in Jacksonville, it's the busiest season for air conditioning companies. Experts say there are ways to help protect your air conditioning unit even though it's working overtime. You probably know someone whose air conditioner has gone out this summer or maybe your unit has broken down. Stefan Schuler's family owns Climate Masters air conditioning business in St. Augustine and says business is booming. But if your AC unit is broken, Schuler strongly suggests buying a system from a local dealer that is certified with warranty.