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Here in the Valley of the Sun, we’re used to our utility bills spiking in the summer due to air conditioning costs. Yet, there is often a secondary spike in the winter when temperatures dip below freezing. With the recent chilly, wet weather, we wanted to share a few tips to help you save on […]
Heat pumps have become increasingly popular for home comfort in the Valley of the Sun, despite gas furnaces still being the most common source of heat for homeowners in the United States. If you’re thinking about replacing your current source of heating for your home, here’s what you need to know. Heat Pumps Some homeowners […]
This year, the greater Phoenix area has already experienced evenings and mornings with temperatures near freezing or even below freezing in outlying areas. Some homeowners may have already encountered a frozen heat pump. Under normal operation, frost develops on the heat pump’s outdoor coils. When the frost begins to build up, the unit automatically shifts […]
Finally, cooler fall temperatures have arrived in the Valley of the Sun. Welcome relief from the punishing, summer triple digit heat bringing opportunities for plenty of fun, outdoor activities. October can also bring downright chilly early morning and evening temperatures. With the change in season from summer to fall, it’s a great time to take […]
Your home’s heating system is likely one of the most overworked and overlooked parts of your HVAC system during winter months. Most often, it’s just doing its job heating your home to comfortable levels. But, when it begins making strange or loud sounds, it may be time to call in your expert, local professionals. Let’s […]
December is the season for shorter days, colder nights, chillier mornings, and potentially more difficulty getting a good night’s sleep. If this time of year means more tossing and turning at night for you, here are some ways to optimize your home to get better quality sleep all winter long. Don’t Overheat The top tip […]
With Black Friday almost here, you’re likely contemplating holiday gift giving. Here’s an idea that you may not have considered – HVAC. Here are three HVAC-related gifts that will continue to deliver home comfort for many years to come. HVAC Maintenance The holiday giving season is a great time to gift an HVAC maintenance plan. […]
The holiday season brings chilly nights and downright cold mornings. Morning and evening temperatures in the Valley of the Sun can dip down into the 40s or below in some outer lying areas in November. In other words, it’s chilly enough to require firing up the heater. Although some Phoenix area homes were built with […]
Comfort is key this time of year. The holiday season is almost here and when it’s cold outside, you want your home toasty warm without raising your monthly utility bills to stratospheric levels. You may wonder what the optimal thermostat setting is during our cooler months in fall and winter? The following are some general […]