When Your Air Conditioner Isn’t Doing Its Job

If you have ever had an air conditioner that failed to work and blew hot air into your home, you are not alone. This is a common problem among homeowners in Los Angeles or the San Fernando Valley and can usually be fixed easily. Beat the SoCal heat this summer by trying these simple solutions.  […]

It Is Never Too Late to Replace Your Air Conditioner

With summer in Los Angeles and Socal already partially over, it might seem to be too late in the season to replace an older air conditioner that is giving you problems. You could put off replacing that unreliable air conditioner until the start of next summer, but there are several reasons why you should not […]

A Quick Air Conditioning Efficiency Checklist

Classic Southern California weather is upon us, which means your air conditioner is going to start going above and beyond its call of duty especially with global warming changes . With temperatures regularly in the nineties and now OFTEN in the 100’s , you’re going to need your beloved air conditioning system to be operating at […]

Common Condensate Drain Problems in Central A/Cs & How to Fix Them

Condensate drain problems can leave you without air conditioning on a hot day. They can also damage your house and ruin personal belongings. A central A/C produces much more than just cool comfort — it also yields water, and lots of it. Humidity reduction is a major function of air conditioners. Water vapor condensed by the evaporator coil […]

How to Check if Your Thermostat is Sending a Signal

Knowing how to check your thermostat when your HVAC system won’t turn on might get your system running again quickly without having to rely on a pro. Since thermostats control when furnaces and air conditioners turn on and off, troubleshooting this device can rule out whether your equipment needs deeper testing for a thorough diagnosis. Many programmable […]

Clean A/C Coils: Basic for Top Performance

During warm California days your A/C unit works continuously to provide your home with cool air, causing increased energy consumption. Over time the A/C coils begin to get dirty, costing efficiency, to the point that you spend a fortune on your electric bill, even though your home isn’t getting any cooler. Clean coils are the key […]

Replacing an HVAC System? 4 Key Things to Remember

If you’re thinking about replacing an HVAC system, don’t wait until it stops working. As your system gets older, you can have multiple problems that will result in costly repairs. Replace your system before it fails, so you have adequate time to evaluate four important HVAC features.