Show All ItemsMost people would like to have their homes cooled by the strength of sunlight which ironically causes heat. How to achieve energy efficient cooling of your abode by harnessing sunlight? I have successfully implemented a solar powered air conditioning unit for my living room which has been working great since June 2013 . Let me tell you how I have done it.Notes to keep in mind:What I have implemented is an off grid power system. My home generates its own power and can run without utility power. As a result my system is typically much more expensive than one that ties to the grid (feeds power back). I just prefer the option having of power should our utility fail or natural disaster strikes (such as hurricane or a drunk neighbor knocking over a utility line pole with a car). I have fulfilled the electrical code requirements (NFPA 70, TTS-171 Part 1) and power utility mandates for my area. Grid tie or feeding power back to our utility is both not currently possible and highly illegal in my country (the death of a linesman occured due to a customer violation).

This instructable is an overview of how I implemented my system and the cost absorbed by myself. If my implementation cannot meet your electrical code needs, utility mandates, budget constraints and design criteria then I cannot assist you on this. You need to conduct your necessary reseach for a safe design and I'm always happy to try my best in answering technical questions you may have./id/Solar-Powering-My-Home/Read on and I hope you can find it interesting.Step 1: Solar panels for harvesting sunlight. Show All Items« PreviousNext »View All Steps Download Individual air conditioners for all demands. To ensure the operational readiness of e.g. medical or fire-fighting crews even in extreme hot outdoor temperatures, Webasto provides rooftop and integrated air-conditioning systems for ambulances, patrol cars, fire engines, and much more. With many years of expertise in the vehicle sector, we also develop individual air-conditioning solutions for special vehicles. The driver can set the cab temperature precisely to his needs.

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That way you can be prepared as soon as you have the go-ahead. , Salt Lake City, UT Since your townhome is detached from other units, I think you should pay the repair-- even though the air conditioner is on the roof. If you want to know for your exact situation, though, I'd recommend checking your bylaws. They should have this listed specifically. This kind of thing should be stated in your contract with the HOA, though I imagine that because this isn't something affecting the community at large, it's on you. If you shop around with local repair companies, you should be able to find one that can give you a good price for the repair. It could be something fairly minor, like a lack of coolant, so I would have a professional look at it before you get too concerned. Sadly, I think this may be something you'll have to handle. You may want to check your contract before you fork out any money, but there is a good chance you'll have to take responsibility. Usually, the hoa just handles things that effect the townhouse community as a whole.

, San Francisco, CA It should say in your contract what repairs you would be responsible for and which ones the HOA would cover. It sounds like if the AC is just for your townhome, you would be responsible for getting it fixed. Depending on what's wrong with your unit, it might not be a very costly fix. I would get a few estimates for the job. Home Buyer, Provo, UT It would definitely be a good idea to get your unit checked out. Once you are sure that it will need repairs done then it would be a good idea to get in contact with your association. Most likely they would take care of the repairs but it is good to double check. It would depend on a couple of different things. If the unit is just for your townhouse then you would most likely be responsible for the repairs. I would recommend getting a hold of the association for a more solid answer. Home Buyer, Pine Bluff, AR For the most part, it is up to the tenant the take care of their own AC unit. Sometimes the landlords or the HOA are liable but it would be spelled out in your contract with them.

I would definitely check into the contract agreement. It really could be either. If the unit services multiple homes, the HOA would have to repair it. If you are the only one who the unit services, you need to repair it. If it did serve multiple homes there would probably be more neighbors concerned with getting the HOA to repair it, so it's probably just yours. I would suggest looking for a trustworthy company to come and help you get this done. I would assume that the home owners association would pay for the repairs. I think that every place is different how they run things. I would get in contact with your association and ask about it. Home Buyer, Blakeslee, PA I think it depends on the bylaws that your HOA has. It could be that they are responsible for things like that, but it definitely depends on how your air conditioning is set up and who is in charge of what. I would just check on that, and then go from there. If you are supposed to pay for the repair, it will probably be a good idea for you to find a reliable repair service so that it gets repaired effectively!

That is a very good question and I don't know the answer to that for sure. I would think the HOA would be responsible for the cost of the repairs but I'm not sure. I would recommend talking to your association about it and see what they say about having the repairs done. Home Buyer, Orem, UT In my previous experience, it was the homeowners responsibility to service the air conditioner. I would talk to your HOA board and check all the covenants that were set when the HOA was established. Each HOA has their own rules, you should have received a copy of the covenants when you purchased your home. Both Buyer And Seller, Salt Lake City, UT Sandy, it depends on why the air conditioning unit isn't working. Sometimes the HOA will cover air conditioning repairs if it's from something like an electrical storm or an earthquake. It's always a good idea to speak to the HOA board. In the meantime, it's a good idea to get a few bids from good reputable HVAC professionals. You'll want that AC unit working in the middle of July!