Air Conditioning Articles

Spring is finally arriving in Arizona! The days are getting longer, the flowers are blooming, and you’re probably already thinking about dusting off the patio furniture or tackling that messy garage.

The U.S. Department of Energy raised the minimum efficiency requirements for central air conditioners and air-source heat pumps starting in 2023.

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

Today’s air conditioner (AC) is based on a prototype invented in 1902 by Willis Carrier, an engineer from Buffalo, New York. Unlike earlier forms of cooling, Carrier’s model controlled the temperature by removing heat and humidity from the air. Below are some air conditioning basics.

When your air conditioner (AC) is running at peak efficiency, you win.

Can you imagine a scorching hot day here in Marana without air conditioning? During those dog days of summer, your air conditioning system can be your very best friend.

Should you repair or replace? That’s always the big question when it comes to major home systems like air conditioning (AC).

It is simple—your Marana home’s heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system requires meticulous care to operate consistently and efficiently. Maintenance is the key to a high-performing system.

When the temperature is high in Arizona, the last thing you need is morehot air. But on occasion, your air conditioner (AC) malfunctions and can turn your home into a stuffy inferno. 

At Hamstra Heating and Cooling, Inc., we know how destructive the monsoon can be. We have assisted customers in the Greater Tucson area for 40 years and have seen more than a few monsoon storms.

Very few central air conditioners (AC) are whisper-silent. A certain amount of noise coming from your ductwork is not uncommon. It is normal to hear the blowers spinning, among other parts of the cooling process. 

While there are many possible reasons for short cycling, here are several of the most common ones and what can be done to fix them.

If your condensate drain is clogged, the water can drip inside your air conditioner and onto the floor. Imagine finding 20 gallons of water pooled around your heating and cooling system, soaking carpeting, nearby appliances, and furniture.

At Hamstra Heating & Cooling, we recommend getting your air conditioning unit serviced and cleaned at least once a year.

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.