If the problem is being caused from your AC and not a coincidental plumbing issue you have a condensation problem either the supply tap is probably improperly insulated if this not the problem the supply tap may be close to the unit and the unit has a plugged drain or is improperly insulated, next you should look at the filter (actually first) a plugged filter will slow down airflow and decrease supply air temp creating a greater chance of condensation on metal surfaces Here is a link that might be useful: Air Conditioning Repair made Easy

treasuretheday, before I forget, will you check out my other thread about window coverings (see link below)? You always have good input. I know...having company always lights a fire to get the house ready...I should schedule some company to come over!! Looking forward to seeing pics, I'm sure it is gorgeous!! Not sure if I told you, but I ended up going with linen cellulars top down bottom up in the master bath. The woven shades had too much of a stack at the top. And because the windows are so large they would be a pain to raise/lower on a daily basis. I've always wanted woven shades, but they just don't ever work out in any of my spaces! Probably a sign, the heat/sun is so strong here they would probably get so brittle over time and I'd have to replace them. The new home is 98% done. We'll probably be completely moved in within the next couple weeks. I am completely burnt out at this point so it is about time!! Looking forward to just sitting back and enjoying. atkillery, thanks for your message! I think I will look into some curtains once we are settled! anele, yes it is definitely sentimental leaving this house, lots of great memories! I am taking too much time to pack b/c I stop and "sigh" a lot remembering all the good times LOL! But looking forward to making new memories in the new home:) Here is a link that might be useful: My other thread RE:window coverings for view windows

Pal's right about keeping things in context. I spent the weekend in Philly and since I had concert tickets my DS and DDIL suggested that I stay with them rather than driving home late at night - which is only a few miles away - not an ordeal. But I love spending time there and it's always a pleasure to walk around and see what is new. It's impossible to keep up with all the residential building going on - new homes as infill, conversions from businesses, apartments and condos from warehouses. There's something different on every visit. As we walked to one of the many little eateries in their neighborhood they pointed out all the changes that have recently taken place and the prices associated with them. We had an interesting discussion about renting/buying and city/suburb living. They've been renting in a wildly popular area of the city (not Center City) for 7 years and have finally decided to leave when their lease is up. Currently they are paying close to Pal's $4000 (if you include utilities and fees) for a 2700 sq ft brand new and cheaply built apartment with 3 BR, 2 1/2 baths, 1 parking space and no yard. They don't want to continue to pay that much for a rental nor do they want to pay $800,000 for a place with parking and a small yard for their dogs and hopefully children. Add to that the cost of tuition for private school (the majority of public schools are not worth considering) and they're priced out of the city. Yes they could buy cheaper (DD just paid less than $200,000 for a 1890 square foot row home with a yard - but in an older, poorer and definitely 'iffy' neighborhood and street parking. But she and her BF usually bike to work and didn't want an increase in commuting time. DS and DDIL's cost analysis is simple - they could buy a nice home with a garage and a yard in one of the suburbs ringing the city with a top rated public school system and save money. Even considering the taxes would be significantly higher (Philly property taxes are low but the wage tax is high) they view it as a trade-off. They've also reached a a point where they can no longer ignore the constant background noise associated with city living and are seeking a different lifestyle. My other son bought a $230,000 condo in the same neighborhood. It was originally living quarters for workers in a local factory (maybe the cigar factory) that had been built around 1900 but had been totally renovated about 15 years ago. He has less than 1000 sq. ft, no yard, no parking - 2 BR, 1 1/2 baths. As for Pal's original question - If I had hit the lottery I could easily rent that place and have my own place to stay when I go into the city. Spring Garden is a relatively safe area and since it's on the edge of Center City allows for easy access to several major roadways - but only if it came with a paring spot.

Well that can be a blessing and a curse... warranty repairs are the least desirable of jobs and even more so for equipment that company 'b' didn't put in. Company 'b' doesn't have anything to gain. A tech gets paid less to do warranty work. Time is money, not only for the company involved but also the tech they send. Because their company didn't install the equipment, this will likely give you the feeling of getting a run around. This type of mentality is very common in my area of service... I've never run service in Florida, but I suspect it will be quite similar. Plan on getting a run around going this route and it very well could wind up being just as bad or worse than what you've already experienced with your current service provider. With that said, I'm different because if you live in Katy, Texas I won't send you a tech. I will come myself. In many cases that is a huge difference.