With Summer in full swing and some warm days behind us, it’s likely that you’ve been running your AC system for at least a month now. You know what that means, right? It means you need to change your air filter. It’s important to change your air filter every 30 to 60 days for two reasons: It keeps your air clean and keeps your system running efficiently. Here’s why: Keeps...
View Article Continue ReadingWhen it’s warm out, it’s tempting to use your air conditioner in your home all the time. But even with the most efficient of AC units, that can leave you with some expensive utility bills. Here are some ways to keep your air conditioner off, but still keep as cool as possible. Keep Windows Closed During the Day This might seem counter-intuitive, but keeping your windows closed will keep your...
View Article Continue ReadingIf you have your AC in on your home, but the air coming out isn’t cold, or is less cold than it used to be, there are several problems that might be causing this. Although it’s difficult to tell exactly without seeing the unit itself, here are a few reasons why your AC might be on, but no cold air is coming out. Low Refrigerant A low refrigerant charge or...
View Article Continue ReadingWith temperature rising and summer just around the corner, keeping your AC unit in proper working order is important for being able to enjoy your summer days. There’s nothing worse than having to sweat through a couple hot days of summer because your AC unit stops working. No cool house to return to, no relief and no fun! Because we want you to be able to enjoy your summer and...
View Article Continue ReadingSummer has unofficially started, which means the weather is getting warmer and it’s time to turn your AC unit on. Unfortunately, for most Southern Californians, your AC unit ends up significantly increasing your energy bills during the months you run it. Because of that, we would like to share five ways to save money on cooling this summer. Tune up your HVAC equipment regularly Getting a yearly tune up for...
View Article Continue ReadingWith the first big heat wave of the year behind us, we thought we would share a few videos about common problems with air conditioning systems. If you are like some of our customers, you may have turned on your AC unit when it was warm, only to find it didn’t cool the way you wanted or didn’t work at all. Fortunately, there are ways to make sure your AC...
View Article Continue ReadingIf you suffer from allergies you know that they tend to act up around this time of year when the trees are in bloom and we are spending more time outside. There are also some allergens that might be getting comfortable inside your home as the weather gets warmer and humidity rises. Here are some tips on how to allergy-proof your home and make it the safe and comfortable sanctuary...
View Article Continue ReadingHomeowners try many things to save energy and to make their heating and cooling systems work better for them. You may have tried a few of those things, but unfortunately these tricks and tips will not get you the results you are hoping for. Here are a few myths to avoid as you try to make smarter heating and air conditioning choices. Faster Heating or Cooling When people want their...
View Article Continue ReadingIt is important to have an HVAC specialist perform routine maintenance and cleaning on your AC unit as you get ready to turn it on for the summer. Whether it is time for maintenance or not, be sure to keep your system dust and debris free. Doing so will make your unit more efficient and keep you breathing easier all year long. Here are a few things you can do...
View Article Continue ReadingYour air conditioner consumes a tremendous amount of energy, which costs you a lot of money. By reducing the amount of time your AC unit is running, you can save money. Here are five ways to reduce the need for air conditioning when it’s warm out. Turn the Temperature Up If you must turn the AC on, set it at the warmest temperature that is comfortable for you. Every degree...
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