Heat pumps are a great replacement option in climates where the temperature normally stays above 30 degrees fahrenheight. At this temperature and above, the heat pump can produce all of the heat needed to keep your family comfortable in the coldest Arizona days. Heat pumps also provide air conditioning as well as heat, as [...]
"ARE THESE MONSOON RAINS AFFECTING THE OPERATION OF MY HVAC?" This is a question we're getting quite frequently lately. The answer to that is "No...under normal circumstances, your system is safe from rain no matter how heavy it falls. But, what could affect the safe operation of your heat pump or refrigerated air conditioning [...]
Why Does Hot Weather Make Ventilation Difficult? While spot ventilation and natural ventilation have their place, these methods are easily overpowered by extreme heat. Additionally, they can worsen your home’s indoor air quality because they lack filtration mechanisms. Spot ventilation circulates existing indoor air pollutants and natural ventilation welcomes outdoor air pollutants. Together, these ventilation [...]
News of pending electric company rate increases has some of us wondering how we can save money on our energy usage at home. Some of the best energy saving tactics are the ones that don’t require any sacrifice, like turning off the lights when you leave the room. Turning off computers and electronics when [...]
A/C not cooling? There could be several reason why. First, to get it working again, try troubleshooting steps that you can do yourself: Change your air filter. Clogged filters are an HVAC systems worst enemy and cause for 80% of all service calls. A clogged filter makes your A/C system have to work twice [...]
Few things are worse this time of year than an air conditioner that’s not cooling. There could be many reasons why this is happening but it’s hard to diagnose through the Alaskan Air Conditioning blogspot. Here are a few things you can do to troubleshoot your HVAC system if your AC is not blowing [...]
HVAC is an acronym for Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning. Many of us know that. But, do you know what “ventilation” is or what it does? Most do not so let’s clear the air! (See what we did there?) lol Modern homes are mostly designed with efficient insulation and sealing to create a tight envelope [...]
We have exciting news at Alaskan Air Conditioning and Heating. Our company has named a 2020 Centurion Award Winner by Lennox Corporation. The prestigious Centurion Award is only given to the Top 5% of heating and cooling contractors who are committed to excellence in sales and service of Lennox heating, cooling and indoor air [...]
Working with A/C refrigerant is only legal by certified contracting professionals. There are many consequences for those who do so without the proper training and legal approvals. Some of those consequences can greatly affect the health of you, your family and the environment. The others include the consequences of breaking the law. Learn, here, [...]
Springtime in Arizona is a land of breathtaking blooming desert plants and unfortunately, very strong, windy, dirty storms. Not only does it affect driving, it can really affect the airflow in your HVAC system. One question we always get at Alaskan Air Conditioning, is “what are these storms doing to my heat pump unit?” [...]
Alaskan Air Conditioning and Heating recognizes and celebrates the contributions of women in our industry on this #IWD2021. Today more than ever, women in heating and cooling hold valuable positions of contractor owners, technicians, dispatchers, sales and marketing, and other. Their contributions are held in high esteem and admiration in our industry. Today we say [...]
Today, our home is our office. It is our workout center. And, it is our children's classroom. All of this makes indoor air quality that much more important for your family's health and safety. A home's indoor air must be clean and safe for your family to fight a good battle against allergies, respiratory [...]
According to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), heating and cooling your home accounts for nearly half of the average home’s utility bills. So, having a thermostat that can program itself, then pay for itself by reducing energy costs, is probably the best reason to consider a smart Wi-Fi thermostat. One thing to know [...]
Many of us are spending a lot of time indoors, especially during these times of COVID. We want to assume that the air we are breathing is clean. But, did you know, that indoor air is more polluted than outdoor air? It’s true, according to https://www.epa.gov/indoor-air-quality-iaq/introduction-indoor-air-quality. Indoor air pollution is among the top five [...]
During the season when there is not high demand on your HVAC system and utility bills are low, it may be good time to spend money on the cleanliness of it. The air ducts of the house are the main supplier of your indoor air quality. Dirty ducts mean bad indoor air. Those who [...]
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Why does this matter? Here's why: Our technicians have studied leading edge energy-savings HVAC technology and processes. Our techs have obtained and maintained NATE (National Association for Technician Excellence), conscientiousness and training to maintain outstanding safety records. Every one of our techs been background checked and are insured. Our technicians are a cut above [...]
Wednesday is Veterans Day. But, at Alaskan Air Conditioning & Heating, we honor and appreciate our Veterans who have served EVERY DAY...especially those residents of Phoenix and Tucson areas who are our family members, neighbors, customers and even some of our incredible employees. This Veterans Day, we say THANK YOU again to our veterans [...]
Will you be replacing your furnace this fall? Here are some things to consider: Furnace Location Because every home (or furnace closet) is different, there should be a thorough assessment of where the new furnace will be located. Ductwork also needs to be inspected to make sure it is still adequately designed and in [...]
If you’re looking for an efficient, long lasting, reliable, and affordable way to heat and cool your Arizona home, consider a heat pump. Heat pumps make sense for Tucson and Phoenix area homeowners because they heat and cool with a single piece of equipment. The difference between a heat pump and conventional air conditioning and [...]
See that polar bear? We know about keeping cool. Our number one job is to make sure your air conditioning system is right for your house. We Alaskafy it so it runs almost better than new.
That polar bear knows how to keep warm, too. From heat pumps to air handlers to programmable thermostats, we are all about keeping you comfortable and cozy.
Allergens, dust, and grimy germs have no place in your home. With a good Alaskafied Indoor Air Quality solution, you’ll have the cleanest air in town.
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