Fresh Air No Matter The Weather With Energy Recovery Ventilators

October 26, 2020

We spend a lot of time indoors during the summer, and Arizonians are well familiar with creative ways to cool off in 100-plus degree weather. One of the more unique technologies recently introduced, Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV), helps homeowners more than endure summers spent inside their homes. Energy Recovery Ventilators use ventilation technology that basically makes indoor air fresher, equipment more efficient, indoor air quality better and your home more comfortable. When homes are tightly sealed, it’s often difficult to get rid of old, stale air, because there are few natural leaks in the

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Air Conditioning Carries the Daikin Heating and Cooling Systems Cave Creek AZ

October 15, 2020

Your home is your haven where the world cannot reach you. It is the place where you come together with your favorite people to unwind, share laughter and snuggle up with bedtime stories beneath a hand-me-down blanket. While what makes a house a home is by far these amazing moments and irreplaceable people, your HVAC unit also plays a big role in what makes your home’s atmosphere comforting and inviting. When it comes to comfort nobody does it quite like the Daikin heating and cooling systems Cave Creek AZ loves the most. Equal parts form and function, Daikin is the

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Wolff Mechanical – Award-Winning HVAC Services

July 28, 2020

Wolff Mechanical – Award-Winning HVAC Services HVAC & AC Services Overview Wolff Mechanical has been a leader in HVAC services in Phoenix for the past 30 years. We pride ourselves on excellent customer service and employing extremely knowledgeable HVAC technicians. We provide a plethora of heating and cooling services that can help handle any issue you might have. Here’s an overview of some of our services: New Construction AC Installation Traditional air conditioners Heat Pumps VRV systems Mini-Splits Air Conditioning AC Install AC

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Use this Fall Maintenance Checklist to Keep Your Home Efficient

July 22, 2020

With the change of the seasons, it’s time to take the steps necessary to maintain home efficiency. Here is a brief home maintenance checklist you can use to focus your efforts on improving energy efficiency around your home and boosting the performance of your HVAC system at the same time. Find and seal air leaks: Air leaks can account for the loss of hundreds of dollars worth of energy over the course of a season. Locate gaps, holes, cracks and openings in your home’s structure and seal them with caulk or other appropriate materials. Pay

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Does My Phoenix AC Unit Need Maintenance?

June 30, 2020

Does My Phoenix AC Unit Need Maintenance? AC maintenance can be one of those home projects on your spring to do list that is super easy to put off, but don’t be tempted like that. Getting a tune-up for your heating and cooling system is one of the most important things you can do to prolong its life and save money. What is AC Maintenance? Air conditioning maintenance is any work that is done on the system that helps maintain the high working order of your HVAC units. This would not

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Top 9 Indoor Air Quality Questions

May 8, 2020

1. What are the 7 major indoor air pollutants? Carbon Monoxide – an odorless, colorless, toxic gas. Because it’s impossible to see, taste or smell, Carbon monoxide can kill you before you are aware it is in your home. Biological Pollutants – this is a broad category that includes bacteria, viruses, animal dander, house dust, mites and pollen. Asbestos – a mineral fiber that occurs in rock and soil. It’s been used in a wide variety of manufactured goods and elevated concentrations of airborne asbestos can occur after materials containing asbestos have been

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Smart Thermostats: The Next Generation of Programmable Technology

March 10, 2020

With the heat looking to beat down on them even though summer hasn’t quite arrived yet, homeowners in the Phoenix, Tempe, and Scottsdale areas are looking for ways to lower their cooling costs. Many of Arizona’s residents are just beginning to learn how smart thermostats can help them control the comfort level of their desert home, which can greatly reduce their monthly bills. Did you know that thermostats control 50% of your energy bill? If you could save an average of 15% on your home cooling costs, would you make the switch?

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R-22 Refrigerant Phase-Out: What You Need to Know

February 17, 2020

If you have an air conditioning system that was manufactured before 2010, chances are it runs on a specific type of refrigerant called R-22. Refrigerant, commonly referred to as Freon®, is a mixture that undergoes phase transitions between liquid and gas as it travels through your cooling system, removing heat from the air to cool your space. Beginning in 2010, the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) and various other similar agencies around the world began phasing out 2010 because R-22 contains chlorine, an ozone-depleting substance. When the ozone layer is depleted, more ultra-violet radiation reaches the earth and

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Projects That Add Value to Your Home

January 26, 2017

Updated infrastructure (HVAC, roof, plumbing, electrical systems) add a great deal more value to your home, your largest investment! You’ll be surprised by how much these updates increase the comfort of your home…and make it more desirable to potential buyers if you choose to sell. No one wants to buy a home with luxurious spa-like bathrooms and a gourmet chef’s kitchen but a clunky old air conditioner, cracking roof, or leaky water heater. Call Wolff Mechanical today to schedule a no-charge estimate to replace your HVAC and water heater! Let Wolff handle the complicated mechanical stuff, leaving

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Arizona Winter Gardening Maintenance

November 30, 2016

Arizona plants are hearty, but can still be damaged by winter frost. Check the weather daily and if frost is predicted then cover bougainvillea, hibiscus, lantana, fall annuals (geraniums and petunias), natal plum, plumbago, pigmy dates, ficus trees, orchids, and citrus. Always use sheets, blankets, or frost cloth (available at a nursery) to cover plants. No plastic! Protect tender cactus by placing styrofoam cups on the tips. If you are unsure of the hardiness of any particular plant call a nursery (or ask Google). To maintain annual flowers, feed them with “superbloom” fertilizer. Make sure to deadhead

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