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Do You Have a Leak?

Do You Have a Leak?

You might think this is a silly question to ask, but bear with us. Many homes across the country right now have leaks that are wasting water and money and the worst part about them is that homeowners don’t even know they’re occurring. Leaks come in all shapes and...

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Introducing the REME Halo Air Purifier

You want it, so we’ve got it! Our team has now started to sell REME Halo air purifiers that deliver incredibly powerful germicidal capabilities. These systems are designed to keep your home clear of contaminants that seek to ruin your air quality and cause you harm....

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How That New Installation Went Wrong

How That New Installation Went Wrong

Why don’t you take a seat and grab that freshly brewed coffee? We need to talk about something that can be difficult to hear. Don’t worry, we’re not going to be a Debby Downer and start harping on what should have happened or what could have happened, instead, we’re...

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Don’t Ignore These Signs of a Troubled AC

Don’t Ignore These Signs of a Troubled AC

It’s hot out and your air conditioner is running day and night to keep you cool. This is the story for not just Americans, but for our area in specific, as we see record-breaking temperatures, heatwaves, and other weather phenomena that cause us to rely on these...

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Is Your AC Struggling to Shut Off?

Is Your AC Struggling to Shut Off?

It’s hot here in New Mexico, which might make you think that your air conditioner is supposed to be running all day. While we use our AC systems as much as physically possible, they’re not actually supposed to keep running indefinitely until you switch them off. This...

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Why Choose an Evaporative Cooler?

Why Choose an Evaporative Cooler?

You might have heard the term “evaporative cooler” once or twice at the last friendly barbeque. Or, you might be an expert and you’re looking for some interesting facts about these unique systems. Regardless of where you come from, we want to talk about evaporative...

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What Does the R-22 Phase Out Mean for You?

What Does the R-22 Phase Out Mean for You?

Back in 2020, we talked a lot about the January phase-out of R-22. This was huge, because there were still so many air conditioners in our area and the rest of the United States that used Freon as the primary refrigerant. Sure, no manufacturers were making new...

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Don’t Neglect Your Ducts

Don’t Neglect Your Ducts

Air ducts don’t get enough attention from our vantage point. Sure, everyone knows they’re important for cooling during the summer and heating during the winter, but they’re not the star of the show. Everyone gets excited when installing a brand new air conditioner,...

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