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Don’t Forget Your Air Ducts When Spring Cleaning!

by Cooper Climate Control

This time of year residents throughout the East Valley & West Valley are opening windows to let the fresh air in after a short cold winter. And spring cleaning is on the mind — but what about the air ducts that you will soon rely on (once again!) to maintain the comfort of your home? Before you know it, it will be time to turn to the air conditioning in your home, and as soon as you do, the stale and dust-cluttered air will be flowing throughout the house again.

Seasonal Allergies Bugging You?

24Apr

by Cooper Climate Control

After a long winter, we are officially into spring and looking forward to warmer days ahead. For some of us, the change in seasons triggers the onset of seasonal allergies becoming more annoying to deal with. Did you know that air quality in your home can play a significant role in how well you are able to deal with allergy symptoms? In fact, your HVAC system can actually help with your allergy symptoms – when properly maintained.

Turning Time for Your Ceiling Fan

21Apr

by Cooper Climate Control

Before we endure a heat wave in the Valley, make sure your ceiling fans are spinning in the right direction to move air around the room.

Most fans are reversible: One direction pushes air down, creating a nice summer breeze; the other direction sucks air up, helping you distribute heat in winter. There’s normally a switch on the motor to change the fan’s direction.

Is your fan turning in the right direction for spring/summer?

Increase Your HVAC Circulation

20Apr

by Cooper Climate Control

If the heating and cooling in your home is uneven and hard to regulate, cheap — but imperfect — duct and register booster fans may help with your HVAC circulation.

If your house has notoriously cold spots during winter, or uncomfortably warm rooms in summer — even when your HVAC is working fine — the culprit may be your ductwork.

Tight Ducts Is One Great Strategy for Preventing Loss of Conditioned Air

14Apr

by Cooper Climate Control

Your home’s ductwork acts as the furnace and air conditioner’s circulatory system. Air passes through the ducts on its way to each room, delivering heated or cooled air from supply registers. However, did you know that in the average home, 20 percent of this air is lost through gaps in the ductwork and poor duct connections? Seal the ductwork and enjoy all the benefits of tight ducts, including:

Don’t Underestimate Ventilating Fans Valuable Work

03Apr

by Cooper Climate Control

You can feel the difference between a well-ventilated home and a poorly-ventilated one. The well-ventilated home feels clean and airy, while the air in the poorly-ventilated one feels stale, heavy and musty. But good ventilation isn’t just a matter of comfort, it can also affect your health so please do not underestimate its value. A poorly-ventilated home is prone to the buildup of carbon monoxide, airborne viruses, mold-facilitating moisture, pet dander and many other pollutants. Ventilating fans can help avoid these issues.

Polluted Air In Your Garage Leaking Into Your Home?

02Apr

by Cooper Climate Control

No matter how well your home was built, if you have an attached garage, fumes in the garage may be infiltrating your home, impacting indoor air quality. You garage may be situated on the side of your home, underneath a room or as part of a basement or lower living level. All three scenarios may lead to polluted air in the garage that leaks into the indoors through small cracks and holes, and around weatherstripping.

Here are some tips for preventing fumes from the garage from moving into the home:

Choosing an Air Conditioning Contractor? Here’s What the Technician Should Know

01Apr

by Cooper Climate Control

An air conditioner is not just a luxury in the Valley – it is a necessity. Installing an air conditioner in the right way, will lead to a home that will cool while maximizing energy efficiency. Many individuals want to install their air conditioner themselves to save money, but this can cause problems. Professional installation by an expert air conditioning contractor is ideal. Learn the tasks the professional will perform during an expert installation.

You May Be Dusting Your Home Incorrectly

23Mar

by Cooper Climate Control

Spring cleaning is here. That means it’s time to start dusting those neglected areas in your home. But in your fervor to get the job done, you may be doubling your dusting time.

How?

Many homeowners make the mistake of dusting first and THEN vacuuming their home.

Here’s why that’s a bad idea…and what you should do instead. Read More

Don’t Let Arizona’s Cooler Weather Fool You About Your Air Conditioning Service

06Mar

by Cooper Climate Control

Yes, it’s true, Arizona did get a cold front. It’s certainly a little chillier than normal, especially for tried and true Arizonians. Don’t let our recent cooler weather fool you into thinking that you won’t be needing air conditioning service soon, though. Before you know it, Arizona’s sweltering hot summer will be upon us. Read More

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Don’t Forget Your Air Ducts When Spring Cleaning!

Seasonal Allergies Bugging You?

Turning Time for Your Ceiling Fan

Increase Your HVAC Circulation

Tight Ducts Is One Great Strategy for Preventing Loss of Conditioned Air

Don’t Underestimate Ventilating Fans Valuable Work

Polluted Air In Your Garage Leaking Into Your Home?

Choosing an Air Conditioning Contractor? Here’s What the Technician Should Know

You May Be Dusting Your Home Incorrectly

Don’t Let Arizona’s Cooler Weather Fool You About Your Air Conditioning Service

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