How Does Air Conditioning Work to Cool Your Tampa, FL Home?

How Does Air Conditioning Work to Cool Your Tampa, FL Home?

Welcome to another informative blog post from your trusted HVAC partner, National Air Warehouse. As we endure the peak of summer heat, let’s take a moment to appreciate the marvel of modern technology that keeps our homes and offices cool – the air conditioner.

The Heart of the Matter: How Air Conditioners Work

Air conditioning is more than just a cool breeze; it’s a complex process involving numerous air conditioning system components working together. The heart of any air conditioning system, whether it’s a central system, a split system, or a ductless mini-split system, is the refrigeration cycle.

This cycle involves an indoor unit, often called an air handler, and an outdoor unit. The indoor unit houses the evaporator coil. A refrigerant, a special fluid, circulates between the indoor and outdoor units. As warm air from your home passes over the evaporator coil, the refrigerant absorbs the heat, leaving behind cooler air. The heated refrigerant then moves to the outdoor