7 Essential Elements for Air Conditioner Operation

May 21, 2015

7 Essential Elements for Air Conditioner Operation Air conditioning systems are vital appliances in any central Arizona home. AC systems use the same principles as a home refrigerator. An air conditioner pulls heat out from indoor air and releases the collected heat outside your home. All of the many parts and processes must all work together smoothly to achieve maximum efficiency. We’re going to break down the 7 main components of an air conditioning system, explain what they do, and show how they are important. Key Components of an Efficient A/C

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3 Types of Ventilation That Help Cool Your Home

May 19, 2015

Home ventilation is a great way to keep your air quality high because pollutants tend to concentrate within the walled-off environment of your home. As Phoenix heats up this summer, you can also use ventilation to keep you cool. Here are three kinds of ventilation that you can use to cool off when the temperatures are high. Natural Ventilation During cooler times of day, you can introduce cool air to your home simply by opening a couple of windows. Take advantage of the fact that warm air rises. Opening windows in higher levels of

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8 Ways to Keep Cooling Costs Low in Phoenix This Summer

May 14, 2015

It is possible to save on cooling costs during the brutal Phoenix summers by combining smart ways to use your cooling system with ways to stop the heat from entering your home. Considering the intense heat and summer’s length, finding ways to lower energy bills can save a good deal of money. The following are some tips to get you started. Shade the windows. If you don’t have thermal or Energy Star-rated windows, it helps to use shade screens window or coverings to block some of the heat from the sun on east-, south- and west-facing windows.

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Tips for Fixing Common Condensate Drain Problems in Central A/Cs

April 21, 2015

Did you know that your central A/C unit can extract up to 25 gallons of moisture a day from your home? All that water is usually deposited into a condensate pan where it flows outside your home or into the household drain system. If there are condensate drain problems, it could spell trouble for your air conditioning system. Common Problems Caused by Malfunctioning Condensate Drains Condensate tray iced over. This is more likely a problem with the airflow over the evaporator coils. If the system air does not flow fast enough over

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You Need to Avoid Doing These Things to Your A/C

April 11, 2015

The air conditioner is one of the most expensive and essential pieces of equipment in your home. Although cooling equipment is built durably to give you 15 or more years of cooling comfort, your actions can undermine its ability to work efficiently or even shorten its life span. Here are three things to avoid doing to your A/C. Adding to the Equipment’s Workload In Arizona’s climate, an air conditioner works extra hard through a prolonged cooling season with extremely hot temperatures. If you’re not taking appropriate measures to lessen its workload, it can break

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Should You Install a Tankless Water Heater in Your Phoenix Home?

April 6, 2015

The Phoenix area may be one of the most ideal locations in the U.S. to use a tankless water heater. In the desert southwest, tankless systems don’t need to work as hard as they have to in cooler climates. Tankless systems heat water when it’s needed, unlike storage tank water heaters that constantly heat up gallons of water, running the heating element whenever the water loses heat through the tank’s walls. The unique attributes of the Phoenix area make tankless water heating advantageous because these systems can: Last longer. The water in

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Why is Preventative HVAC Maintenance So Important?

April 6, 2015

Most homeowners spend as much as 50 percent of their energy budget on their HVAC system alone. As with any appliance, the best way to keep expenses down is to prevent damage. It’s important to ensure that the components in your HVAC system are properly maintained since repairs can often be very expensive. Preventative HVAC maintenance can also make your system more energy-efficient so that you can use less electricity and lower your energy bills. Here are some steps you’ll want to take in order to preserve your HVAC system: Replace Your Filters

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Uneven Heating and Cooling: Start With An Energy Audit From Wolff Mechanical

March 31, 2015

With warmer temps fast approaching, its no secret that the Arizona desert contributes to the majority of our weather conditions. From extreme heat to dust storms and everything in between, outdoor weather conditions may have a significant effect on your heating and cooling bill. Specifically, common sources of uneven heating and cooling after a harsh winter can be attributed to duct issues, thermostat settings, water heater leaks, and worn-out indoor weather seals. Tired of seeing hefty energy bills that never seem to let up? It might be time to schedule an energy audit with the heating and

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Smart Ways to Cut Your Energy Bills This Winter

January 1, 2015

While running the heater is going to cost you money and there’s no way around spending a little, there are things you can do to cut energy bills around the house so you don’t go broke. Use this guide to help you reduce energy usage and keep a bit more of your hard-earned money in your pocket. Use a programmable thermostat. By using one, you’ll be able to let the temperature fall lower when you won’t notice, like when you’re at work or asleep under heavy blankets. The temperature can be set to come back

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On or Auto? Which Setting is Best for Your Thermostat Fan?

November 25, 2014

While you may be used to setting your thermostat from heating to cooling mode and back again as the seasons change, you may or may not have paid much attention to the thermostat fan controls. “On” and “auto” may be easy to understand – on means the fan is always on, regardless of whether or not the system is heating or cooling, and auto means that the fan only runs when the furnace, heat pump, or air conditioner tells it to. But understanding which is the better option can be a bit trickier. Here’s how to decide.

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