Why Is Remodeling My Home in the Fall or Winter a Better Time?
When you come out of winter’s hibernation, you are ready for a change. Warmer weather prompts many a project. You may begin a plan to get healthy, so you adopt new eating habits and exercise. Or maybe you decide to change up your nest. The Price Is Not Quite Right Remodeling is popular in Arizona, both […]
7 Furnace Maintenance Tips
It’s understandable that maintenance tasks often fall by the wayside. Many Marana homeowners follow the mantra of “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” Everyone is busy and many seemingly more important priorities tend to creep up every month to consume time and money. However, the last thing you want to worry about when the weather takes […]
Help! I Have No Hot Water
There are few things more annoying than running out of hot water in the middle of a shower. But do not fret if this happens. It is more than likely an issue with your hot water heater. It may be something very simple you can take care of yourself. However, some fixes do need the assistance […]
Air Conditioners: Things You May Not Have Known
Though air conditioners are a major part of modern life, they hold many secrets few people know about. Luckily, our team at ACS Air & Plumbing is ready to spill the beans. Air conditioners have come a long way since they were first invented. Present-day AC units use 30 to 50 percent less electricity to create the same […]
Air Conditioning Noise Concerns
Very few central air conditioners (AC) are whisper-silent. A certain amount of noise coming from your ductwork is not uncommon. It is normal to hear the blowers spinning, among other parts of the cooling process. Additionally, air conditioning equipment produces more sounds as it ages—not always because of a mechanical problem. However, if you’ve owned […]
Why Is My Air Conditioner Blowing Hot Air?
When the temperature is high in Arizona, the last thing you need is more hot air. But on occasion, your air conditioner (AC) malfunctions and can turn your home into a stuffy inferno. ACS Air & Plumbing knows summer has truly begun when we start receiving repair calls about air conditioners blowing out hot air. Fortunately, […]
Going Ductless
Sometimes, a simple, elegant piece of technology can deliver more with less. Ductless mini splits are a triple threat—compact wall units that generate heating, cooling, and ventilation. No ducts required, and no dull whirring noises—they operate in near silence. Also, ductless units use minimal energy. Typically, you spend up to 30 percent less to cool and […]
How to Determine Heat Pump Efficiency
If you are in the market for a new heat pump in Oro Valley, efficiency is probably a key factor in your search. The Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) has a universal ranking system for heating and cooling units that serves to help. Deciphering and Decoding You might have seen assorted abbreviations like HSPF2 or SEER2, but what do […]
Why Schedule Air Conditioning Maintenance?
It’s about to heat up here in Marana. Make sure your air conditioner (AC) is primed for the Arizona summer heat rays by scheduling a seasonal maintenance visit. Taking care of your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment keeps it at top-rate efficiency. It starts with changing your HVAC air filter at least every 90 days. An air […]
AC and Allergies
Summertime is the season for rest and relaxation—except when pollen decides to crash your party. If you’re afflicted with seasonal allergies, you’re not alone. As many as 60 million Americans have allergic rhinitis part-time or year-round, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Luckily, a perfect antidote is already installed in your Arizona home. A […]
