Air conditioners are made specifically for blowing cold air around your house. But, over time, you may notice that your AC goes from blowing cold air to blowing hot air. So what do you do when your AC is blowing hot air? Why is it even happening? Read on to find out! How Air Conditioners […]
Read moreWhy Is There Black Dust/Mold On My AC Vents?
Are you seeing abnormal buildup on your air vents? Is it dark and grimy with a musty smell? Stay away from it, and if you need to take pictures, use the zoom function on your camera or wear a mask and goggles before getting too close. What you see is Stachybotrys chartarum, more commonly known as Black Mold. […]
Read moreWhy is my AC Taking So Long to Cool My Home?
In states like Utah, the climate is dryer and hotter, and faulty air conditioners can be more than a nuisance. If your trusty air conditioner is suddenly taking longer to cool your home than usual, various reasons may be to blame for all that pesky warm air that just won’t go away. Your AC system […]
Read moreHow to Get Your Air Conditioner Ready for Summer?
If things are heating up, brace yourself, summer is coming. Utah is one of the hotter states in the U.S., and its dryer climate doesn’t help. You should ensure your cooling equipment, such as air condition systems, is kept in tip-top shape. Air conditioners require more care and attention in areas like Utah, where summers get […]
Read moreWhy is my Air Conditioner making a Weird Noise?
It is typical for an air conditioning unit to make noise. However, unusually loud or weird noises may be a cause for concern. An air conditioner making noise may not just be business as usual and requires your attention as soon as possible. Don’t wait around for things to get worse. Something as simple as […]
Read moreWhy You Should Schedule A Pre-Season AC Maintenance Check?
All heating and cooling systems are just like the human body; they require regular check-ups. Scheduling a routine maintenance check and tune-up for your air conditioner can prevent indoor air quality problems and help you save on energy bills. Strategically timing your annual maintenance can prevent an unwarranted mid-season breakdown. A pre-season maintenance check dramatically […]
Read morePros and Cons of Ductless Mini-Split Systems
Split-type air conditioners are almost everywhere these days. They are more noticeable indoors than central air conditioning systems with mere vents for indoor components. A ductless mini-split system has no visible or hidden ductwork within a structure’s walls, but its indoor units aren’t as discreet as vents. While conventional HVAC systems are standard in the […]
Read moreWhat is a Good SEER Rating?
In Utah, the climate can be just as dry as the state’s NBA team’s championship record. Utahn air conditioners must have higher SEER ratings. You can tell an air conditioner possesses more efficient systems through its SEER ratings. The Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) is a rating system formulated to indicate a cooling system’s energy […]
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A Homeowner’s Guide to End-of-Summer AC Maintenance
If you’re like most homeowners, you know that your air conditioning system needs to have maintenance performed on it at the beginning of the summer season. However, many homeowners don’t realize that maintenance should be performed on their air conditioning system at the end of the summer as well. There are a number of different […]
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A Guide to Understanding Thermostat Settings
If your home has a centralized air conditioning system, then you have a thermostat that helps you control the temperature settings. Unless your system is extremely old, it’s likely that the system has a programmable thermostat with multiple settings. Understanding what each one of these settings does helps you to optimize them to enhance your […]
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