4 Common Reasons Why Your AC Will Blow Hot Air This Summer
Common Reasons Why Your AC Will Blow Hot Air This Summer in Phoenix Phoenix summers are notorious for their intensity, with daily temperatures soaring into triple digits. As a Phoenix homeowner, a properly functioning air conditioning system isn’t just a luxury—it’s a necessity. If you find your AC blowing hot air, it can quickly turn […]
6 Common A/C Problems During Arizona’s Extreme Summer Temperature
So, how long does an ac unit last in arizona? Though we live and work in a beautiful state, we do have to admit: Arizona gets brutally hot. The desert heat is often a challenge to us all. The heat saps our strength, tempers flare and sometimes we just want to sit inside and cool off. Year-in and year-out, […]
Freon
Simply put, freon is used to cool warm air. Freon itself is a chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) and because of this it is being phased out of use in air conditioners. It cools the air through the HVAC unit’s compressor and system of coil by compressing R-22 gas until it is hot; at which point it moves […]
Dry Charged R22 Units
In the past several years, air conditioning manufacturers have begun building heat pumps and A/C units that don’t have refrigerant added. These units are often referred to as “dry-charged units.” Air conditioners that are dry charged can legally be sold throughout the United States, even though they are equipped to be used with older, dry […]
Causes HVAC Compressor to Burn Out & How Much it Costs to Fix
Typical air conditioning systems consist of four main parts: a compressor, a condenser, an expansion valve, and an evaporator. The compressor in your A/C is a pivotal part in the cooling process, in which it intakes freon (refrigerant) and compresses the gas into a high temperature and pressure. The compressor will then emit a hot […]
Where Does Freon Leak From?
Ever wonder to yourself where does freon leak from? In most cases, freon leaks that go undetected will gradually worsen over time. Most leaks begin as a “pinhole” leak, or a “champagne” leak. Many air conditioning experts call it a “champagne” leak because the freon begins to bubble at the source of the hole. Normally, this […]
How to Tell if Your A/C Unit Has a Freon Leak
If you are experiencing problems with your air conditioning system, it’s possible that you have a refrigerant leak, or freon leak. It important to address this problem as soon as it occurs because leaking freon can be dangerous and hazardous to your home and your health. What is Freon? Examples of Refrigerants Freon is […]
Why Won’t My Air Conditioner Work? Seven Common Causes & Repairs
The hard-working HVAC companies servicing Phoenix homes and businesses throughout the hot summers nearly always deal with the same seven problems. Central air conditioners are marvels of technology, but when one of these seven problems surfaces, not even the hardiest system will perform well. Seven Causes & Repairs For a Broken Air Conditioner If you’re […]