Does Your Attic Have Proper Insulation?

Insulation is responsible for keeping heat in, or out, throughout the seasons. Without insulation, your energy costs would go through the roof! During summers in Arizona, insulation is crucial for keeping the heat out and the cool in, especially in your attic. Many homes are under-insulated, resulting in high electric bills and lost airflow. Not

The Smallest A/C Units You Can Buy to Keep Your AZ Home Cool

Central air conditioning, a heat pump, or a split system air conditioner is a major investment. For many reasons, some people prefer smaller air conditioners. Sometimes you have just a small space you want to keep cool, without spending money to cool a larger area. Sometimes you know you will be moving and do not

Trying to Save Energy? Don’t Close Your A/C Vents!

The age-old question: “Do closing vents save energy?” Many people are under the impression that closing your air conditioning vents will save you energy and money. The assumption that air will redirect and only cool rooms that you use is FALSE. Although closing your vents sounds good in theory, it can actually have the opposite

5 Ways Arizona Homeowners Cause Costly HVAC Breakdowns

During the summer in Phoenix, most homeowners will push their AC units to the max, trying to keep their home cool and comfortable. Summer is ACE’s most popular time for service calls on AC breakdowns. Unfortunately for homeowners, summer repairs are often costly and extremely inconvenient. Avoid the hassle by educating yourself and take preventative

4 Common Reasons Why Your AC Will Blow Hot Air This Summer

Phoenix summers are known for their intensity, with daily temperatures in the triple digits and air conditioning bills skyrocketing. If your A/C unit is blowing hot air during the summer, then you are already too late. Avoid this issue and have your unit inspected ahead of time. ACE’s expert staff can help you beat the

Is Your Air Filter Killing Your HVAC System?

An air filter’s primary job is to trap dust and large particles, preventing these objects from entering your HVAC system and the air in your home. These fragments can accumulate and cause malfunction in your unit, ultimately ruining your home’s cooling/heating system. So, if you’ve ever wondered “does the air filter affect the ac?” The

4 Things You Shouldn’t Put In The Garbage Disposal

Your garbage disposal was intended to make your sink more efficient, not to act as a secondary garbage can! Table scraps are for the trash, not the garbage disposal. Continue reading to discover the four things that belong in the trash and should never be put in your sink’s garbage disposal. Never Put These 4

3 Ways to Protect Your Sewer Line From Tree Roots

Living In Phoenix Doesn’t Mean You Have To Settle For Desert Landscaping. However, Your Choice Of Tree And Your Landscaping Methods Are Important To The Integrity Of Your Sewer Line. How to Protect Sewer Lines From Roots If you’re concerned about your tree’s roots growing into your home’s sewer lines, take a moment to consider

Don’t Let Heating Issues & Clogs Ruin the Holiday!

While we can’t help you with the perpetually late in-laws, or the constantly bickering siblings when it comes to holiday gatherings, we can provide you with 3 easy ways to prevent common disasters. 3 Holiday Disasters to Avoid at Home You definitely want your holiday festivities to go off without a hitch, so be sure

5 Tips To Prevent Winter Plumbing Problems

Cold winter temperatures can spell disaster for pipes and plumbing. Prevent them with these few easy steps! 5 Ways to Prevent a Winter Plumbing Nightmare Follow these five tips to avoid a costly winter plumbing repair bill. 1. Insulate Your Pipes Insulating tape or foam sleeves can be used to protect hot and cold water