HVAC Tips Blog
Furnace Smells 101: What’s That Smell When I Turn On My Heater?
Furnace smells are common, especially when you first turn on your heater after a period of inactivity. And, for many homeowners in the Phoenix area, that time is NOW. After a scorching hot summer and air conditioners working overtime, we’re finally enjoying cooler...
How to Prepare For HVAC Replacement and Installation
HVAC replacement and installation of a new heating or cooling unit is a significant investment in your personal comfort. When done correctly, it can also add value to your home and may even help you save money on energy bills for years to come. Today, we’ll walk you...
Can You Save Money By Replacing Your Furnace and AC?
Replacing your furnace and AC at the same time might feel like an expense that your budget simply can’t handle. In actuality, though, getting a new furnace and air conditioner simultaneously could save you money in the long run. Let’s dive into this idea a little...
Understanding SEER Ratings & How They Affect Efficiency
When it comes to making your home more comfortable, considering your HVAC system’s energy efficiency is key. Not only does it save you money, but it lowers your environmental impact, too! The biggest factor in determining the efficiency of your heat pump or AC unit is...
How to Reduce Strain on Your AC During the Summer
As the scorching summer heat continues in the Phoenix area, residents have become more dependent on their HVAC systems to keep them comfortable and safe. But the excessive heat warnings that we’ve seen in recent days can strain air conditioning systems. If left...
HVAC Troubleshooting Tips You Should Know
Are you tired of feeling blind frustration when your HVAC system goes on the fritz? Don’t sweat it just yet. If your air conditioning unit has stopped turning on, stopped blowing cool air, or started making loud, unusual noises, these HVAC troubleshooting tips could...
How to Improve Your Home’s Indoor Air Quality
Home should be where you can kick off your shoes and breathe easy. Sounds like the American dream, right? But for many, the poor air quality at home can contribute to a range of health problems. Poor indoor air quality can exacerbate allergies and cause respiratory...
HVAC Price Increases for 2023
Several HVAC manufacturers have already announced price increases for 2023, but what does this mean for the Arizona homeowner? The new SEER2 regulations implemented by the U.S. Department of Energy intend to lower energy use but will inevitably drive price...
Understanding Your HVAC System – Air Handler FAQs
What is an air handler and what does it do? The air handler is one of the main components of your HVAC system and circulates air throughout the rest of the system. It consists of a blower, heating and cooling coil, and filter rack. In general, air handlers are...
Guide to AC Maintenance and Repair
Welcome to the ultimate starter guide to AC maintenance and repair. Why is preventative maintenance important for air conditioning as well as heating systems? Air conditioning and heating systems are essential for any home or business, but without proper preventative...
HVAC Prices Continue to Rise For 2023
The last year was hard for many small businesses. In the heating and cooling industry, HVAC system supply shortages were largely responsible for the strain on relationships between local businesses and their valued customers. Add rising inflation costs and labor...
7 Ways to Fix a Loud AC
If you live in Arizona, you know that regular AC maintenance is important. After all, the hot summer months can really take a toll on our air conditioners. But the transition into winter provides the perfect opportunity for air conditioning repairs and HVAC system...
Should You Keep Your HVAC Fan Running?
Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems provide easy access to fresh air with a fan control right on your thermostat. Fans help circulate the air around a room, working to remove hot air until the desired temperature is reached. HVAC fans are equipped with...
What’s the Best Air Conditioner For Your Home?
Some consider the air conditioner to be the greatest invention of the 20th century. And we’d have to agree! Air conditioners are among the most common electrical appliances for homes in the U.S., and they’re a standard feature in 75% of American homes. Buying...
4 Common Air Conditioner Problems & How to Troubleshoot Them
When the outside air temperature creeps up to 80 degrees Fahrenheit or above, the last thing you want to encounter is air conditioner problems inside your home. Unfortunately, however, that’s exactly what does happen on occasion, especially if you haven’t kept up with...