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Hot Pull Downs: Don’t Put Hot Food In The Refrigerator!
Let’s say you put hot food, livestock carcasses, or other warm products in an ordinary
What’s The Difference Between Ice Cubes and Flakes?
Many modern home refrigerators with ice machines allow you to choose between cubed or crushed
Are Your Flex Ducts Installed Properly?
If you own a home or business in Florida, there’s a very high chance you’ve
Causes and Prevention of Frozen Cases
To be clear, it’s a good thing when the insides of refrigeration cases are cold.
Lighting in Commercial Parking Garages
I’ll bet that most people would use the adjective “dark” to describe a parking garage.
Planning and Laying Out an Electrical Room
Even though electricians are plenty familiar with the equipment inside an electrical room, many people
HEPA Filtration: What’s With the Hype?
During the COVID-19 pandemic, you may have heard that HVAC systems could circulate the virus
Historic Homes: Special Considerations
This article is an adaptation of Sam Myers’s “Historic Homes: Handle With Care” article on
The History of Refrigeration
It is impossible to imagine modern life without A/C and refrigeration. For example, many Americans
Fan On or Fan Auto?
You may have noticed that your thermostat has two fan options: ON and AUTO. ON
Indoor Humidity and How To Control It
Our homes are the last places where we’d expect to feel clammy and gross. However,
A/C Summer Survival: 5 Vital Tips
It’s that time of the year again. The kids are out of school, the swimming
Refrigerating Food for Flavor and Safety
Wait a minute—don’t we all know how to use refrigerators? They are a staple in
What Makes a Good Construction Project Manager?
Construction projects are commitments. They need to be completed by a reliable, dedicated team. Of
Do Dehumidifiers Really Work?
Here’s an unsurprising fact: humidity complaints are common in Florida. Humidity causes discomfort in homes
Cleaning Drains in Commercial HVAC
We appreciate all the commercial facilities managers out there. They work very hard at keeping
Air Conditioning Financing Options for Absentee Owners
Having to replace your air conditioner unexpectedly is one of the worst feelings a homeowner
ThermoLink vs. Tube-In-Tube Heat Exchangers for Pool Heat Pumps
Heat pump pool heaters are becoming more and more popular in Central Florida. It’s sometimes
AquaCal Pool Heaters
The pool heating industry can feel strange for many of us who are traditionally from
Routine Maintenance Lowers Indoor Air Pollution
Countless Americans suffer from the symptoms of asthma, emphysema, and COPD due to indoor air
Blown-In Insulation Preparation
Here are the five things that you need to make sure get done before and
7 Things You Should Ask Before Buying an Air Conditioner (Your Salesman Won’t Like These Questions)
Is it time to replace your air conditioner? Are your power bills high? Is your
Things To Check Before Calling A Professional
After calling a professional, you don’t want to ask yourself: “Could I have fixed that?”
Frozen A/C: Is it Running Too Hard?
So, you have a frozen A/C unit. You’re wondering how it happened, and maybe you’ve
What Is This Torn Damaged Black Pipe on My A/C?
What is A/C tubing insulation and what happens when it gets damaged? The torn black
Why Is It Warm Upstairs?
Why is it Warm Upstairs? Have you ever noticed that it’s often hotter upstairs than it
Why Does My House Feel Muggy?
A muggy house is very uncomfortable, but especially here in Florida, it’s an occurrence a
Super Service Award Winner 4 Years Running
Kalos Services Inc. has earned the service industry’s coveted Angie’s List Super Service Award, reflecting
Common Air Conditioning Installation Mistakes That Could Cost You $3500
Can you tell the difference between the two units below? Both systems were recently installed,
A/C Replacement Walkthrough
Ever curious about what happens during an A/C replacement? Check out our video below of
Air Conditioning Install Process by Kalos Services
At Kalos Services we take a very comprehensive approach to air conditioning replacement and upgrades.
HVAC Contractor or Air Conditioner Brand: What’s More Important?
The classic chicken vs the egg debate. Does it matter more the equipment you buy
How Much Does An Air Conditioner Cost?
This is always one of the first questions a customer has when they get their
Kalos Honored as a Top Company Culture Nationwide
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Home Maintenance Checklist
The fact that you’re reading this means you care about protecting one of the biggest
What To Do Before You Turn On Your Heat This Winter
We’re entering the cooler season. Soon, it will be time to turn on the heat.
HVAC Permits in Windermere
It’s wonderful to live in pristine and beautiful Windermere, FL. But we all know that
Things I’ve Learned as an HVAC Tech
Over the past six months, I’ve been training to become an HVAC tech. I’ve learned
Applied Thermodynamics
Co-founder Bryan Orr talks about applied thermodynamics and how the topic relates to air conditioning
What Should I Use To Clean My A/C Drain?
It is one of the most common questions we get throughout Central Florida: “What do
Understanding, Checking, and Setting Refrigerant Charge
Co-founder Bryan Orr explains how you can understand, check and set refrigerant charge. If you’re
Basic Electrical Theory
Co-founder Bryan Orr teaches a class on basic electrical theory. If you’re a fan of
How to Check Pressures and Amp Draws at the Condenser
Jesse Claerbout explains how to check the refrigerant and amp pressures at the condenser. If
How to Clean an Air Handler and Condensation Drain
Jesse Claerbout shows how to clean the inside of an air handler and condensation drain.
Testing Your Wires and Capacitor at the Condenser Unit
Jesse Claerbout talks about how to test the wire and capacitor at the outdoor condenser
Kalos 101: Founding, Growth, and Vision
Co-Founder Bryan Orr talks about how and why Kalos Services, Inc. was founded, some of
3 Questions to Ask BEFORE Buying an Indoor Air Quality System
Some common A/C upgrades that homeowners receive sales pitches for are Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)
Automate Your Life Using IFTTT.com and the Nest
Home automation is sweeping our industry and nation by storm as more and more consumers
Air Conditioner Repair Photos
We’ve created a Pinterest board just to showcase our air conditioner repair photos! Follow Kalos Services,
Old Air Conditioning Advertisements
Do you remember when advertisements in the newspaper and print magazines were shining in Technicolor?
The Proper Way to Clean An Outdoor Condenser
Kalos Services, Inc. Service Specialist, Jesse Claerbout, shows the proper way to clean an outdoor
Understanding Basic Electrical Terms
Co-Founder Bryan Orr gives an easy illustration to help you understand some basic electrical terms.
How We Thrilled a Customer Using Live Chat
Sometimes, a company can’t be there when their customer has an emergency. But at Kalos
3 Steps to Get A/C Air Filters at Your Front Door
Ever wish you could remember to pick up that air filter at the supermarket? Don’t
It’s Elementary at Kalos Services, Inc. – 352-243-7088
Thank you, Shelby and Grassy Lake Elementary! Kalos Services, Inc. was so excited to receive
5 Electric Tips to Avoid Lightning
Did you know Orlando is one of the lightning capitals of the world? Late spring
Clermont Electrical Contractors
Have you taken the time to look up how the Better Business Bureau evaluates the
Jude Orr – May 2014: Quality
Quality by Jude Orr! Hello everyone! It’s me, Jude Orr, Director of Marketing for Kalos
Jude Orr – April 2014: Introduction
Kalos Services is proud to announce Jude Orr, age 2, as their new Director of
Benefits of Preventative A/C Maintenance
We have all been bombarded with ads and phone calls. You know the ones we’re
R-22 Is Getting More Expensive. Is It Time To Replace Your A/C Unit?
The traditional R-22 refrigerant is being phased out in favor of the newer, more environmentally-friendly
3 Signs Your A/C Unit Is on Its Last Leg
Wondering how long it will be before your old A/C unit finally breaks down and
The Dirty Truth About Duct Cleaning
The demand for duct cleaning is something that has been on the rise over the
10 Tips for Energy Savings in Your Home or Business
Energy Savings Tips for Reducing Power Consumption in Your Home or Business Replace air filters
3 Products to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality
In our previous post on air filters, we talked about one of the essential factors
Is Your Air Filter Costing You Money?
You know you do it. You just grab the first air filter you see off
How to Protect Your A/C Unit From Thieves
A rising trend of air conditioning theft has been growing around the country. For years
Preventative Air Conditioning Maintenance Essentials
The 8 Essentials of Every Preventative Air Conditioning Maintenance Clean the drain line, evaporator coil,
How a New A/C Unit Can Save You Money!
We see this all of the time in our industry: a customer who chooses to
Property Management: Thermostats
Common Property Management Issues: Thermostats There are a lot of really great products on the market
Which Air Filter Should I Use?
It’s Important to Choose the Right Air Filter Have you ever been surprised at the
Is Your Contractor Licensed?
Avoid Scams and Theft In the State of Florida and around the country, you hear
Air Conditioning Troubleshooting
Check These Things First. Then, Call Us. Sometimes, you can avoid having to spend money
Filter MERV Rating Chart
Buy Filters Online I bet you’ve run to the store a dozen times to get
Property Management: Pool Heaters
Common Property Management Issues: Repair for Pool Heaters At Kalos Services, we have worked with