Air Conditioning Articles

It’s a hot day outdoors, and you are inside your Huachuca City home waiting for your air conditioning (AC) system to kick into full gear.

SEER stands for Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio. This universal rating system helps you determine the efficiency of your Arizona air conditioning (AC) unit or heat pump. 

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected so many lives around us, both health-wise and financially. At Arizona Comfort Systems, we remain committed to providing the best service to all our Arizona customers during this difficult time. Let’s stick together as a community and help each other whenever we can.

Whether it’s people, appliances, or air conditioning (AC) systems, the better you know them, the better you are able to care for them.

Boost air conditioning tune-ups a little higher on your priority list. A tune-up can save you time, money, stress, and hassle down the road.

Looking for a new air conditioner? Here are some top purchasing mistakes to avoid while you are doing your research.

The HVAC industry is still managing a parts shortage. As a result, some AC repairs could be delayed. Here’s what you need to know.

Use these tips to help you prevent heat from building up inside your home so that your air conditioner can be more effective and efficient.

Many environmental issues play a significant part in your air conditioner’s performance. Here are several factors to look over.

If you are a homeowner getting ready for a scorching summer, you will want to understand the top causes of air conditioner failures and what to do to prevent or address them.

Here are three health benefits you can experience from using your home’s air conditioner at night.

Whether you suffer from seasonal allergies or year-long allergens, your air conditioner can help you breathe easier.

Spring is here, which makes it the best time to have maintenance performed on your home’s air conditioner.

Want to know more about your AC system? Our team put together the following glossary to teach you some important definitions.

Do you know the signs to replace your old air conditioner? Our team suggests you monitor for these telltale signs.

Should you repair or replace? That’s always the big question when it comes to major home systems like an air conditioner (AC). Repairs are easier on the pocketbook in the short run, but too many of them can add up.

Want to know how your central air conditioner cools your home? Our team wants you to understand your AC’s components and how they work.

As a homeowner here in Arizona, it’s always a good idea to learn as much as you can about your appliances. That means knowing their basic operations, what features are included, and if any necessary upkeep is involved. Needless to say, this is no exception for your air conditioning (AC) unit. How It All Began…

Want to save money on your home’s air conditioning? Our team has a list of five ways to stay cool and limit your use of your AC.

Is your ac turning on and off in quick successions? This is called short cycling. Our team can diagnose and repair this issue for your unit.

Everyone loves to save money, and it’s a good idea to review different aspects of your budget now and again to see if there are more opportunities you have missed in the past. In the springtime, considering how you can reduce your energy bills is always a great idea. According to the US Department of…

An air conditioner (AC), just like a car, needs regular maintenance and service to run efficiently. At Arizona Comfort Systems, we recommend getting your air conditioning unit serviced and cleaned at least once a year. The optimum time is in the spring to ensure your system will run with the most efficiency during the hottest…

Your air conditioners can do several things––keep your home’s indoor air cooler than outdoor temperatures, help to keep indoor airborne allergens at bay, and help keep your home’s humidity low. But one thing it cannot do is kill mold. It can help prevent mold, but once it exists, your air conditioner cannot kill it. If…

No doubt you’ve heard of Freon®, the refrigerant gas used in your air conditioner. But maybe you haven’t heard of or made the connection with its generic name––R-22 (refrigerant 22), or HCFC-22 (hydrochlorofluorocarbon 22). And maybe you also haven’t heard that by the year 2020, it’s being phased out of usage here in the United…

Our team at Arizona Comfort Systems wants you to be aware, prepared, and ready to solve these air conditioning issues so you and your family can stay cool this summer.

Our team at Arizona Comfort Systems wants you to be well-informed about your options, and those options include ductless air conditioning systems that can function as an air conditioner only or a heat source as well.

“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” There’s a reason why that old adage has been passed down through the years. It’s always better to be prepared for misfortunes than to have to deal with the consequences. During storm season in Huachuca, that proves true for protecting your air conditioning system as…

If your air conditioner stops blowing cool air or stops all together, check to see if your indoor unit is frozen. What exactly will that look like?

What happens when you turn on your air conditioning unit and it blows hot or warm air? There are many reasons this might be happening, but we know it is not acceptable here in Huachuca, AZ. We want to keep you cool.

Having the right sized air conditioner is a key component in cooling your space effectively. A unit that is too small has to run constantly, playing catch up all day trying to fill a space that it isn’t designed for.

It’s normal for your air conditioner to create some noise when running—that simply means it’s working. Although older units are typically louder than newer ones, all air conditioning noises are not the same.