Air Conditioning Posts

Should I Repair My Air Conditioner (Again) or Purchase A New Air Conditioning System?

June 8th, 2018

Homeowners are the CEOs of their own domain and allocating capital is always a crucial issue. With certain major purchases, such as an automobile or a new HVAC system for the home, the question often arises – is it best to start fresh and buy a new model? Or, is it wiser to try to […]

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How to Finance a New Air Conditioner

May 17th, 2018

It’s Murphy’s Law that air conditioners often fail on the hottest day of the year. This is why it’s always a good idea to stay proactive with maintenance and repairs – especially as we enter into the hot weather months. If your aging unit is already showing signs of not being able to make it […]

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The Shocking Truth About Surge Protection and Your Air Conditioner

April 27th, 2018

What did the surge protector say to the lightning bolt? “I’m shocked by your destructive behavior. Until you learn how to conduct yourself properly – you’re grounded!” When it comes to electricity, where it comes from and how it works, most Americans are somewhat “unenlightened.” Often misunderstood, electrical power is so intricately woven into the […]

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Wind and Weathering; the Valley of the Sun and Your Air Conditioner

April 20th, 2018

Gone with the —-. Ride like the —-, whichever way the —- blows. Chinook, sirocco, haboob; a gale, a gust, a breeze, a blast. If you’ve got questions about the mysterious movement of desert air – the answer, my friend, is blowin’ in the wind. In songs and poetry, the wind is a welcome muse. […]

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What Is Freon and Why Is It in Your Air Conditioner?

April 13th, 2018

In the Valley of the Sun, air conditioning isn’t a luxury. It’s an absolute necessity. Whether it’s in your car or in your home, air conditioners use refrigerant to cool warm air and keep you comfortable. If your home HVAC unit was manufactured prior to 2003, it likely uses a refrigerant called chlorofluorocarbon (CFC), commonly […]

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What Is the Optimal Temperature to Set Your Thermostat in the Summer?

April 6th, 2018

Our enviable spring weather will soon turn into scorching heat within the next two months. For us desert dwellers, triple-digit, summer temperatures are just part of life. Yet, it’s only bearable because of the cool comfort of air conditioning. But, what’s the best temperature to balance comfort with energy savings? Here are some guidelines to […]

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Air Conditioning Myths – Ceiling Fans, Lower Temperatures and the Easter Bunny

March 29th, 2018

Webster’s defines “myths” as widely held – but false – beliefs or ideas. Let’s take, for instance, the Easter Bunny. How did this religious holiday come to be embodied by an invisible bunny who delivers eggs, chocolates, peeps and jelly beans in a basket, which magically appears in your house or yard sometime before dawn […]

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Fresh Air – Is It Time to Consider a New Air Conditioning System for Your Home?

March 23rd, 2018

Most air conditioning systems are built to last. It’s not uncommon for good quality AC units to provide service for 10 years or more, with some lasting up to 15 or even 20 years. Given the mobile nature of our society and the fact that on average, Americans move once every five years, it’s understandable […]

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Are You A Cool Customer? How to Lower Your Air Conditioning Bill This Summer

February 26th, 2018

Are you a cool customer? When the delightful, shirt sleeves weather of spring gives way to the blistering heatwaves of summer, do you get a little hot under the collar? Does steam come out your ears when you review your utility bill? Air conditioning makes the summer months bearable in the greater Phoenix area. However, […]

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