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July 31, 2026

How to Replace an Air Filter in an AC or Air Handler

Changing your HVAC air filter is one of the easiest ways to protect your heating and cooling system. A clean filter helps airflow, keeps coils cleaner, and on the Gulf Coast it also…

June 18, 2026

Why Your Refrigerator Runs Warm While the Freezer Stays Cold

Many homeowners assume a warm fridge means the whole unit is failing. Often the freezer is working fine and the real culprit is a damper, evaporator fan, or defrost issue that…

May 6, 2026

40 Years on the Gulf Coast: A Look Back at Shawn’s

For four decades, Shawn’s HVAC and Appliance Service has been a fixture in the lives of Baldwin County families and business owners. We have been in your kitchens, your attics, and…

April 2, 2026

Salt Air and Your Outdoor Unit: What Coastal Homeowners Should Know

If you live within a few miles of Mobile Bay or the Gulf, your condenser is working against something inland homeowners never deal with: salt. Corrosion on coil fins and electrical contacts shortens equipment life dramatically, and the damage tends to show up long before the system actually fails. A rinse schedule, the right coil coating, and a technician who knows what early pitting looks like can add years to an outdoor unit.

February 20, 2026

Walk-In Cooler Down? What to Do in the First 30 Minutes

When a walk-in loses temperature, the clock starts on your inventory. There are a handful of checks any manager can safely run before the technician arrives, and a few things you should…

January 14, 2026

AC Short Cycling: Normal Run Times and Common Fixes

When your air conditioner keeps turning on and off more often than seems normal, it is easy to wonder what is going on. Short cycling can mean something simple like a clogged filter or a thermostat sitting in direct sun. It can also mean an oversized system, a refrigerant leak or a failing compressor contactor. Knowing roughly how long a healthy cycle should run makes it much easier to tell which camp you are in — and whether the call can wait until Monday.

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