Is your air conditioner acting up, constantly turning on and off in short bursts? If so, you’re likely experiencing something known as short-cycling. This disrupts the comfort of your home and can lead to higher energy bills and potential damage to your HVAC system. In this guide, we discuss the causes of air conditioner short-cycling. We will explore troubleshooting methods …
You’re doing a bit of maintenance on your AC when you notice something glinting atop the coils. Bending over for a closer look, you realize the culprit is something you thought impossible: there’s ice on your AC in the middle of an Arizona heatwave! What gives? Here at our Mesa air conditioning service, we get confused calls from customers about …
Air conditioning is a blessing on those scorching summer days, of which there are many here in Arizona, but like any other appliance, it needs regular care to keep running smoothly. One question that often pops up among homeowners is, “How often does my home AC need to be serviced?” The answer isn’t one-size-fits-all, but by understanding some key factors, …
If you’re in the market for a new AC, you know these systems can get expensive fast. Costing anywhere from $3,800-$8,000 on average (and can be more), these units are often the single most costly appliances homeowners will ever buy. If you happen to have a larger home, or a 2 -story home, there will likely be more than one …
On average, most air conditioners will last between 15 and 20 years with proper maintenance and care. Of course, this doesn’t always account for the strain on your system! With too much regular stress and a constant struggle to cool your home, you might face higher energy bills and a shorter AC lifespan. That’s why it’s a good idea to …
Air conditioners don’t often break down. However, many factors can lead to an AC breakdown. A common factor is the failure of the AC compressor. The question is: what causes an AC compressor failure? We will get into that question below, showing you what might be the cause of your current AC failure. Ready? Let’s get started!
Extreme heat in Arizona is anything over 90 degrees that lasts 2 to 3 days. Urban areas of Arizona often experience greater heat due to the heat stored in concrete and asphalt. If you live in Arizona, you may be worried about the Arizona heatwaves this year. This is understandable since it can be difficult to keep your home comfortable. Your …
Do you have a ductless mini-split system in your home? If so, you probably love how energy efficient it is. The U.S. Department of Energy actually recommends ductless mini-splits to homeowners because of how much less energy they use than some traditional cooling systems. It makes ductless mini-split systems the ideal choice for those people interested in cooling their homes off without …
We’re no strangers to high temperatures here in Arizona, but these past few summers have been pushing it. Last year alone, we saw record summer temperatures in the Phoenix area, and even this year’s spring saw new daily heat records. Though there’s no good time for your AC to fail, it’s clear that a breakdown during the warmest months is a recipe …
Under normal circumstances, the answer to the question, “How long should an AC last?”, is between 12 and 17 years. You’ll get that much life out of an air conditioning system in most parts of the country. But you might not be able to keep an AC unit in Arizona around for that long. The answer to the question, “How …
