{"id":1592,"date":"2018-04-20T06:06:57","date_gmt":"2018-04-20T13:06:57","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/brucesac.com\/?p=1592"},"modified":"2018-04-20T06:06:57","modified_gmt":"2018-04-20T13:06:57","slug":"wind-and-weathering-the-valley-of-the-sun-and-your-air-conditioner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.brucesac.com\/blog\/air-conditioning\/wind-and-weathering-the-valley-of-the-sun-and-your-air-conditioner\/","title":{"rendered":"Wind and Weathering; the Valley of the Sun and Your Air Conditioner"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Gone with the —-. Ride like the —-, whichever way the —- blows. Chinook, sirocco, haboob; a gale, a gust, a breeze, a blast. If you\u2019ve got questions about the mysterious movement of desert air \u2013 the answer, my friend, is blowin\u2019 in the wind. In songs and poetry, the wind is a welcome muse. However, in the Arizona desert, the wind isn\u2019t always a harmless metaphor and it can be the adversary of your air conditioner. <\/p>\n

Residents of Phoenix know a thing or two about wind. A cool breeze is your friend on a hot day. However, high winds in monsoon storms are routinely clocked at up to 60 miles per hour and can do significant damage to your home. The wind is a carrier of many surprises through the desert. The question is, how much of what the wind has to offer do you want inside you home? Standing guard between you and clouds of pollen, ragweed, desert dust and sand is one of your most trusted but unsung appliances \u2013 your home air conditioning unit. <\/p>\n

Dust Devils and Desert Storms<\/h2>\n

Observing a massive cyclone-of-sand a mile-high obliterating the sun in the middle of a summer\u2019s day is a sight that inspires awe and fear at the same time. Arizona desert haboobs bring high winds and tons of dust into the Phoenix area numerous times per year during the monsoon season. Extreme winds cause flying tree branches and wind-whipped debris which may do damage to your outdoor or rooftop air conditioning system. Your air conditioner faces extreme weather conditions with relatively little or no cover at all. Leaves and moisture can be blown into your unit and cause problems. If your air conditioner has not been checked lately, it\u2019s a good idea to schedule a late spring tune-up.<\/p>\n

Air Conditioning Filters \u2013 Phoenix Resident\u2019s Best Friend<\/h2>\n

When it comes to unwelcome house guests, the wind brings a host of unhealthy visitors. From allergens to desert dust, pollen to pollutants; Phoenix area homes need protection from particulates. Clean air filters are your first line of defense for improving your indoor air quality. People (especially children) who suffer from asthma, allergies and respiratory conditions should be particularly vigilant in their quest for clean air. Bruce’s Air Conditioning tune-up includes:<\/p>\n