Why is my DEWA bill so high in summer, and how do I bring it down?
My DEWA bill roughly triples once summer lands — last July was genuinely eye-watering for a 3-bed villa in Jumeirah. I know AC is the culprit, but I would love to know what actual…
Sam D.
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Chilled-water systems engineer. District cooling, AHUs and FCUs. Happy to demystify how your building actually cools.
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Chiller AC running but barely cooling — what's wrong?
We're on district cooling and the AC runs constantly but the apartment stays warm — nothing like the cooling we had last year. Airflow seems okay, it's just not cold. What could c…
Why is my district cooling (Empower) bill so high?
My Empower bill seems really high even in months I'm barely home. I don't understand why it doesn't drop much when I travel. Can someone explain how district cooling billing works…
Musty smell from chiller AC vents — what causes it?
We're on district cooling (chilled water) in Abu Dhabi and lately there's a damp, musty smell every time the AC starts up. It fades after a while but it's unpleasant. Is this dang…
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Is an annual chiller maintenance contract worth it for a villa?
Villa with a chilled-water system and several FCUs. A couple of companies have pitched annual maintenance contracts. For those who've had one — worth it, or better to just call so…