Optimize Your Programmable Thermostat Settings for the Cold Weather Months

November 29th, 2018

Cooler temperatures are always a welcome relief in the Valley of the Sun. Yet, it can get downright chilly in the greater Phoenix, AZ area, especially during the evening and early morning hours. With the winter months here, it’s a good time to reset your programmable thermostat. This will ensure you’re optimizing your heating system […]

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Heating that Stubbornly Cold Room

November 21st, 2018

Although the fall months are ideal in terms of temperature, Arizona weather can turn downright chilly in the winter. Each year there always are at least a few cold snaps that warrant flipping your thermostat to the ‘heat’ setting. Ideally, your heater should consistently warm every room of your home. Yet, this isn’t always the […]

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Prepare Your HVAC System for the Holidays

November 15th, 2018

Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and you’re likely gearing up for the holiday season. Along with meal planning, gift buying and decorating, it’s a good idea to ensure your HVAC system is ready for the festivities. With these simple strategies, you can be confident that you won’t have a malfunction that ruins your celebration. […]

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What You Need to Know about HVAC Filters

November 7th, 2018

With any forced-air HVAC system, air filters play a key role. Thus, it’s important to do more than just grab the first filter you see off the store shelf. Yes, there are different types available and getting familiar with them can help you identify what you need to make a smart choice. Fiberglass/Synthetic Filters This […]

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Winter Wellness for Your Air Conditioner

November 1st, 2018

“Welcome to Arizona – where summer goes to winter,” so says the old quote. Winter weather in the Valley of the Sun is as good as it gets in the US. In November, when temperatures dip into the 70s, many desert dwellers bid farewell to their air conditioner for the next six months. In fact, […]

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Trick or Heat – Does Your HVAC System Make Frightening Noises?

October 25th, 2018

When kids come trick or treating, it’s a yearly reminder that summer is over, the days are getting shorter and colder nights are coming soon. Halloween season is the perfect time to schedule a fall HVAC checkup. Is your home comfort system making frightening noises? Here’s the spooky truth. Your heater has been idle (and […]

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Don’t Be Left in the Cold – Heater Strategies You Need Now

October 18th, 2018

Arizona is known for its sun and heat for most of the year. And, many newcomers are surprised to discover that it can get downright chilly in the Valley of the Sun during the late fall and winter months. This is exactly why it’s vital to ensure your heater is functioning and ready to go […]

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HVAC Problems Can Be Scary – Is It Time to Prepare for Colder Nights?

October 11th, 2018

For many families, especially kids, the holiday season starts with Halloween. The Great Pumpkin, children in colorful costumes, hayrides and trick or treating – all are welcome hints that summer is over and cooler nights will soon be here. When you live in the desert, waving goodbye to triple digit temperatures for another year feels […]

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Air Conditioning A-B-Cs – A Simple System for Home Comfort

September 27th, 2018

Let’s face it. Managing a household is more easily said than done. Between landscaping, pool maintenance, HVAC, normal home repairs, odd jobs and honey-dos, it’s more than a full-time job. As appliances and home systems become more complex (such as wi-fi networks, cable or satellite television and home alarm systems with cameras) keeping track with […]

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