Your AC might break down due to a bad compressor, maybe the fan starts to give out on you. It could be any number of boring, plain old mechanical things, but sometimes it isn’t. Sometimes, something odd happens that you don’t think of right away. When you get air...
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Why Airflow Is So Important for Your Air Conditioner
Your air conditioner is a crucial component of how you manage and maintain your home during the blazing summer months. The thing is, a lot of homeowners don’t truly realize the importance of proper airflow. It impacts the efficiency and effectiveness of any HVAC...
Is My AC Leaking Refrigerant?
Air conditioners use refrigerant to help cool air as it comes into the system. This isn’t like fuel, though. Rather, the coolant moves through the coils and easily works to cool down the air. It’s not depleted but continues to work over and over again. It is possible...
Can an AC Replacement Be More Cost-Effective?
When we say the words “cost-effective” it can be a bit confusing to some people. Something might be more expensive, but be more “cost-effective” in the long run depending on how it’s made. This can be described for many different products, like brand-name clothing or...
3 Common Issues With Heat Pump Systems
So, you’ve decided to take the dive into heat pump technology. Congratulations! Heat pumps are definitely systems that the industry is trending towards, and you’re likely going to see some improvements in your home comfort, your energy bill, and the way you view...
“Why Is My AC Short Cycling?”
A short cycling air conditioner is never a good thing. We want to start this blog post by saying that if you’re AC is short cycling, or exhibiting any other signs of problems occurring inside the unit, then you should call our team for AC repair in Rio Rancho, NM. We...
Should You Ever Open Your AC Up?
This is a tricky question, but one with a simple solution that homeowners might not agree with right off the bat. We’d say the answer to this is “no,” but we at least want to explain ourselves and give anyone who might disagree a chance to understand why that is. We...
Does Your AC Need Repairs or a Replacement?
We understand that the last thing you want to hear right now is that your air conditioner is in need of replacement. With supply chain problems, inflation, and job market problems, people are trying to hunker down and save money as much as possible–which is why...