One of the pleasant side effects of home air conditioning is the soothing white noise they produce, which can effectively block distracting outdoor sounds. When your AC begins to make odd noises, it not only breaks up that barrier of white noise, it might also be a signal that the AC system needs attention. Of…
Everyone living in this part of the country knows how important it is that they are able to cool their homes effectively and efficiently. If you think that you need to completely replace your existing air conditioning system to enjoy a better cooling experience, though, think again. In fact, you can just have a zone…
If you’re in the market for a new air conditioner in Tucson, AZ, then you may find yourself overwhelmed with the amount of options available today. While the innovations in technology and design have made today’s models more energy efficient and effective than ever before, it can be difficult to figure out what type of…
As far as summer heat goes, Arizona can be pretty brutal. While we don’t have to deal with the wet, heavy, and humid air that certain other locales do during the summer season, our dry heat can still be overbearing. That is why it is so important that you have a great air conditioner in…
There are some misunderstandings about home insulation that we often encounter in our work. One of the most common is that the purpose of insulation is to keep a house warm. That is one of insulation’s purposes, but not the only one. Because people often associate insulation to keeping protected against the cold, they don’t…
When your air conditioner shuts down, the Tucson weather probably leads you to call an air conditioning technician right away. However, when you notice smaller air conditioning repair needs, but you still feel cool air in your home, you may think that it’s okay to wait it out and call for repairs next season. Waiting…
Finding an affordable way to stay cool is a true priority among homeowners. For that, the ductless mini-split system has been a wonder. This is a versatile cooling solution that’s been catching eyes for its efficiency and cost-saving potential. As the Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) puts it, the ductless mini-split system has…
Why is the cost to recharge your AC unit going up? By 2020, Arizona air-conditioning users will be forced to find new sources of refrigerant to recharge their systems as R22, a popular Freon now in use, will be phased out by order of the Environmental Protection Agency. The EPA believes R22 harms the ozone…
So when is the best time to recharge your refrigerant? This is a trick question, as you will not have to recharge your refrigerant if your air conditioner is functioning properly. Refrigerant differs from fuels that mechanical systems may use in a number of ways, not the least of which is the fact that it…
Few people are likely to argue that purchasing a new central air conditioning system is the most exciting way in which to spend their money. However, replace our air conditioners we must, as they, like all other mechanical systems, will eventually fail. The question is not if you will have to replace your system, but…
There are certain problems that you could ignore with your air conditioning system — though we want to make clear that no problem, no matter how minor you may think it is, should ever be ignored! If your air conditioner is making a strange sound but still running fine, for instance, you may be tempted to just let it continue working…
Of course not! Our summer season is incredibly hot, and the heat of summer extends into much more of the year than summer proper. That is why you should keep in mind that it is never too late for an air conditioning replacement. In fact, it is always preferable to have a planned AC replacement,…