Expert Tips

Why Controlling Indoor Humidity Matters One reason that it’s important to try and keep the inside of your home dry is that it directly impacts how hot you feel. If you look at the humidity index, it tells you how hot the air temperature feels based on the relative humidity level, i.e., how saturated the … [Read More]

Block Out Sunlight One of the biggest contenders for your cooling system is direct sunlight. While great in the wintertime, sunlight can wreak havoc on your home in the summertime, heating it up by 10 degrees or more. Instead of running your air conditioner to combat this excessive heat, simply block it from reaching your … [Read More]

How You Can Help Although some parts of your air conditioning system should be maintained by a professional, there are many things you can do on your own as well. First, understand that a big part of air conditioning efficiency has to do with good air circulation. That means anything blocking your airflow will make your … [Read More]

Close the Windows and Doors Keeping your windows and doors shut tight helps keep the cold air out and retain the warm air inside. Even a single open window in the house can create enough of a draft to increase the workload of your heating system and make less efficient conditions. Seal especially drafty windows … [Read More]

Humidifiers In Arizona winters when the air is cold and dry, whole-house humidifiers can be particularly beneficial, keeping relative humidity levels at an ideal of about 45 percent. This means fewer scratchy throats, and less dry skin and static electricity. Plus, humidifiers can help protect your furniture, wood floors, and musical instruments from shrinking, warping, … [Read More]

1. Change Your Air Filters Regularly Because no one wants to feel the humidity of monsoon season, it’s natural to rely on your HVAC system to keep your home cool. As a result, it often works harder than usual during this time. This extra effort means you may need to change your air filters more … [Read More]