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Who keeps turning up the AC?
Let's face it – without our HVAC systems, modern life would be a drag. The ability to cool down by turning a k**b is something our ancestors could have only dreamed of…
Would you rather be too hot, or too cold?

The first domestic Air Conditioner was installed in 1914. It was 7 feet tall, 6 feet wide, and 20 feet long!

Thankfully, since then we’ve reached a more manageable size…

Stay cool folks!

It's getting hot in here…

We are proud to offer the highest quality HVAC repair, maintenance and installation in the area!

Looking to beat the heat this summer? Call us for all your HVAC needs!

If you don't have your HVAC system serviced twice per year, you are at risk of having an all-out catastrophe –

You know what I'm talking about. It's the end of July, 30+ degrees outside, and then the AC stops working… !

When you have no AC, how do you stay cool during the summer?

*Clears throat*

Check this out – the new Aprilaire Whole Home Steam Humidifier!

We know the air in our homes can be super dry during the winter, which leads to asthma, issues with dry skin, exacerbated allergies, and general unhappiness.

Really, breathing dry air is no fun at all.

That's why we are a fan of the Aprilaire Whole Home Steam Humidifier, which can cover up to 6,200 square feet in a tightly built home, saving you from the cold, dry, winter air.

Its automatic humidification system monitors both the indoor and outdoor air, so you can set it and forget it – because you shouldn’t have to think about breathing!

Give us a call and we’d be happy to install your own whole home humidifier today!

Most of us have no idea how our HVAC systems operate.

And that's fine – an HVAC system is a pretty complicated feat of engineering and physics.
But here’s something you should know if you want to save some money on repairs.
Let me introduce you to the condensate drain line.
When this little puppy gets clogged, the system will freeze up – causing a failure in operation.
All you have to do is detach the line and pour in a cup of bleach or vinegar. This quick fix can help save you lots of money down the line!
How often you will need to clean the line will depend on how well you maintain the rest of the system, as well as the efficiency of your air filters, and the overall dustiness of the air in your house.
Keep those tubes clean people!

Why did the HVAC technician call their therapist?

They just needed some time to vent…

Ice power!

Did you know that the first air conditioner’s performance was measured in “Ice Power”?

Ice power was determined by how many blocks of ice it would take to generate the same amount of cooling power.

Before air conditioners were a thing, people used to actually fill their homes with blocks of ice in order to keep cool during the summer!

Homes were also designed with high ceilings, sleeping porches, breezeways, and lots of shadows to beat the heat – thankfully the same effect can now be achieved through everyone's favorite modern invention: central air!

Anything worth keeping around needs some TLC from time to time.

And we all love our air conditioners, maybe more than we can know…

So here are a few tips to help keep your HVAC system maintained in between service appointments:

-Dust the area around the unit regularly
-Leave your air vents open
-Change your air filter once every 3 months
-Seal your home from any drafts

Keep your HVAC system happy and you will be breathing easy all year round!

Did you know?

Every year, The U.S. uses the same amount of energy just to power air conditioners as Africa would use to power the entire continent…

Come on, y’all, the heat ain’t that bad here, is it?

The indoor air quality of your home can be up to 100 times worse than the quality of the air outside.
Wait, what?
That's right, dust, allergens, pollutants and mildew can all be floating around in your safe space, causing negative health effects to you and your family, such as:
-Headaches
-Respiratory problems
-Increased allergy symptoms
-Poor overall health
-And more
Of course, you can improve this by cleaning your house consistently, but it doesn't end there.
In order to achieve good air quality within your house, it's important to have an efficient and well maintained HVAC system.
So go change that air filter, and don’t forget to have your HVAC system serviced twice per year!
Call us for a quote and you’ll see our commitment to quality is like a breath of fresh air :)

Can’t live without your air conditioner?

You’re not the first one to say that.

Air conditioning actually dates back to prehistory. Ancient Egyptian buildings were known to use many passive air conditioning techniques to keep them cool in the desert heat.

But what is passive air conditioning?

First, let's establish what air conditioning actually is: it's the process of removing heat and controlling the humidity of a space to maintain a more comfortable interior environment.

Passive air conditioning comes in many forms:

-Cross ventilation: allowing air to pass freely through the building by means of two openings on either side of the house
-Stack ventilation: allowing the rising hot air to escape the building through openings in the roof
-Night flushing: keeping the air in a building sealed throughout the day, then allowing new cooler air to flow during the night
-Radiative cooling: designing surfaces of a building such as the roof to better radiate heat outwards, typically during the night
-And many more!

Passive air conditioning involves many feats of physics and engineering, and so does the modern “active” air conditioning that we use today.

So the next time you come inside to a cool room after the summer heat, take a moment to think about the ancient Egyptians and their ingenious ideas :)

Our HVAC systems truly are unsung heroes.

They keep the summer heat at bay, and keep us warm and toasty during the winter.

But as they say, you don’t know what you’ve got until it's gone!

So here are some tips to make sure you never have to live without it!

-Have your HVAC system serviced at the beginning of each cooling and heating season
-Check your ducts for air leaks
-Keep the area around the outside unit unobstructed by foliage
-Regularly clean the condenser and evaporator coils
-Check the flame in the furnace to ensure that it is a crisp blue color

Let's all take a moment to appreciate the brave HVAC systems who work day and night to keep us comfortable and happy :)

As much as we love air conditioning, we are remiss if we don’t mention that excessive use of your air con machine can be harmful to the environment – yes, those greenhouse gasses!
Almost 90% of American homes use air conditioning – that’s 100 million tons of Carbon Dioxide every year…
Woah – so, the next time you’re out recycling, or considering a Tesla in place of your gas-guzzler, give some thought to an eco-friendly air conditioning system.
Give us a buzz or drop a note in the comments and we’ll help you explore your options :)

How often should I have my HVAC system maintained?

A question not enough people are asking.

You should have your HVAC system serviced by a professional at the beginning of every cooling and heating season.

Why, you ask? Because a well maintained HVAC system can last up to 30 years!

And we all know what it feels like when it's the middle of summer and the AC isn’t working.

So if you want to avoid this major inconvenience, don't sweat it – call us and we’ll make sure your HVAC system is good to go for years to come!

How does air conditioning work anyways?

Certain compounds have the ability to cool the air as they evaporate.

Back in the 80’s, it was discovered that many of the chemical compounds used in air conditioning systems were destroying the ozone layer.

As you may know, this destruction allowed more deadly radiation from the sun to pe*****te our atmosphere, and harm the habitants of this planet – yes, that means you and me.

In 1989, the “Montreal Protocol” was put into effect, banning the use of a number of harmful refrigerants.

Since then we have discovered new compounds that achieve the same effect without harming our atmosphere.

How cool is that? 🧊

We feel so fulfilled knowing our customers can breathe easy after another successful HVAC installation.

We couldn't do it without our team of HVAC professionals, and, of course, our clients within our beloved community.

Thank you so much for trusting us with the air you breathe, and for your kind words of appreciation!

Ever notice how after a couple of years in the oval office, presidents start to look a bit haggard?
Well, not Mr. Herbert Hoover…
Hoover was the first president to enjoy the cooling powers of Air Conditioning:
He spent $30,000 USD on the system just months after the Stock Market Crash of 1929, and the beginning of the Great Depression…
Suppose he wasn’t yet asking what HE could do for his country ;)
Let us know – would you have spent that much money, at that time, if you were president?

If you love your air conditioner, and we all do – then there is one man you should thank in particular.
Willis H. Carrier built the first modern electrical air conditioning unit in 1901.
But you may be surprised why.
At the time, Sackett-Wilhelms Lithographing & Publishing Company had a serious issue on their hands. Temperature fluctuations in the printing rooms were causing their paper to expand and contract, and their drying ink to smudge.

Mr. Carrier installed his AC unit in 1902 to combat these problems, controlling the temperature and humidity of the building – et voila, their issues were solved!

More people started to catch on to the fact that these systems were pretty nifty, and, by 1914, domestic AC units began to really take off!

The rest is history :)