At 7K Mechanical, Heating and Air Conditioning, we believe every great business starts with a story—and ours begins aboard a Navy battleship. Founder Bev Kokos began his journey in the heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration trade in 1986, while serving in the United States Navy. Working on the USS Missouri and USS Roanoke, Bev gained […]
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In the world of air conditioning, myths and half-truths abound, leading to confusion and misguided decisions. Today, we’re going to clear the air (pun intended) on some of the most common misconceptions about air conditioners. Buckle up for a myth-busting journey that promises to be as enlightening as it is essential for every homeowner. Myth
The Greenhouse Effect. THIS IS NOT A BLOG ABOUT CLIMATE CHANGE. Ever find yourself marveling at the simplicity of a sunny day while seated comfortably behind a pane of glass? There’s a fascinating interplay of light at work, one that warms your face without warming the air around you. This phenomenon, familiar yet often unexplored,
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As energy costs continue to rise, homeowners are constantly seeking ways to lower their utility bills. One effective method to reduce energy consumption and save money is by installing a heat pump as part of your HVAC system. In this blog, we’ll explore the efficiency and cost savings of a heat pump when compared to
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Why? Why clean your AC coils? Every hour humans lose around 200,000,000 skin cells. Over a lifetime a human will lose around 77 pounds of skin. Gross right? Well the more disgusting part of human “shedding” is that skin particles make up the majority of pollutants in your home. This fact alone can make you
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A DAY DEFINED BY TONS. WHAT IS A TON? The other day around 4 in the afternoon I realized that my day had become defined by tons. I started my day, in New Braunfels, by hooking the trailer to my ¾-ton pick-up. I drove to the HVAC supply shop in San Antonio. We loaded a 10-ton Daikin air conditioner
