Expert Tips – Page 13

Heat Pump Basics Let’s start with understanding a little bit about how a heat pump operates. Heat pumps are typically more popular in areas with milder temperatures. They operate by essentially moving heat from outside to inside in the winter and inside to outside in the summer. Since heat pumps do not have to generate … [Read More]

How Traditional Heat Pumps Work Before discussing why ductless mini-splits are a good fit for Camp Verde homes, it’s helpful to understand how traditional heat pumps work since mini-splits use the same technology. Heat pumps are one of the more common HVAC systems in Arizona because they can provide both heating and cooling in a … [Read More]

Boilers Produce Radiant Heat Modern boilers can be an extremely efficient way of heating your Arizona home. Many people prefer radiant heat over other ways to heat their homes. Some of its advantages are: According to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI), roughly 10 to 30 percent of people worldwide suffer from allergies. … [Read More]

Desert Climate Challenges The desert has a couple of unique challenges that you have to overcome to get the most efficient performance from your system. First, there are the massive temperature swings that are unique to the desert. Even though the temperature is generally mild and warm during the day, it can swing more than … [Read More]

Increased Static Electricity Static electricity can easily accumulate in HVAC systems when the air inside is dry. Electrical problems and even component damage might result from this static charge. Since static electricity accumulation endangers the operation and integrity of the system, it’s imperative to find ways to combat this problem. Reduced Humidity Control Temperature and … [Read More]

What Extreme Heat Does to Your AC System It Forces Your System to Operate Outside Its Rated Efficiency Every air conditioner carries a SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) rating — a measure of how efficiently it converts electricity into cooling. That rating is calculated under standardized test conditions, not under a 108°F Arizona afternoon. When … [Read More]