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Why Is My AC So Loud?
17Jul

Why Is My AC So Loud?

Quick Answer: Your AC is so loud most often because a part has come loose, a fan is hitting something,…

Why Is My AC Leaking Water?
15Jul

Why Is My AC Leaking Water?

Quick Answer: Your AC is leaking water most often because a clogged condensate drain line has backed up and overflowed.…

Why Does My AC Smell Bad When It Turns On?
13Jul

Why Does My AC Smell Bad When It Turns On?

Quick Answer: If your AC is running but your house is still warm, the system usually cannot move enough cooled…

Why Is My AC Freezing Up?
10Jul

Why Is My AC Freezing Up?

Quick Answer: Your AC is freezing up because something is making the coil too cold, usually low airflow or low…

How Do I Know If My AC Compressor Is Going Bad?
08Jul

How Do I Know If My AC Compressor Is Going Bad?

Quick Answer: You can tell your AC compressor is going bad when the system runs but blows warm air, makes…

Heat Pump vs. AC: What’s the Difference in Arkansas?
06Jul

Heat Pump vs. AC: What’s the Difference in Arkansas?

Quick Answer: A heat pump heats and cools your home, while an air conditioner only cools and needs a separate…

Why Is My AC Running but My House Still Warm?
03Jul

Why Is My AC Running but My House Still Warm?

Quick Answer: If your AC is running but your house is still warm, the system usually cannot move enough cooled…

What Size AC Do I Need for My House?
01Jul

What Size AC Do I Need for My House?

Quick Answer: A rough rule is about 20 BTU of cooling per square foot, or roughly one ton for every…

Is Summer Really the Best Time to Replace a Furnace?
29Jun

Is Summer Really the Best Time to Replace a Furnace?

Quick Answer: Yes, summer is one of the best times to replace a furnace. You skip the winter rush and…

How Indoor Air Quality Affects Your Allergies and Health
26Jun

How Indoor Air Quality Affects Your Allergies and Health

Quick Answer: The air inside your home can be far more polluted than the air outside, and that air directly…

How Long Does an AC Unit Last in Arkansas?
24Jun

How Long Does an AC Unit Last in Arkansas?

Quick Answer: Most AC units last 15 to 20 years, but in the Arkansas heat they often run on the…

What Does an Air Scrubber Actually Do?
22Jun

What Does an Air Scrubber Actually Do?

Quick Answer: An air scrubber is a whole-home air purifier that installs inside your HVAC ductwork. Unlike a basic filter…

How to Lower Your AC Bills Without Sacrificing Comfort
19Jun

How to Lower Your AC Bills Without Sacrificing Comfort

Quick Answer: You can lower your AC bills without sacrificing comfort by setting your thermostat a few degrees higher, running…

Why Is My Thermostat Not Matching the Room Temperature?
17Jun

Why Is My Thermostat Not Matching the Room Temperature?

Quick Answer: A thermostat not matching room temperature usually comes down to poor placement, dead batteries, a dirty sensor, or…

Why Does My Home Get So Dusty No Matter How Often I Clean?
15Jun

Why Does My Home Get So Dusty No Matter How Often I Clean?

Quick Answer: Your home stays dusty because dust is constantly being made and pulled back into the air faster than…

Why Is One Room Always Hotter Than the Rest?
12Jun

Why Is One Room Always Hotter Than the Rest?

Quick Answer: One room is usually hotter than the rest because of blocked vents, a dirty filter, leaky ductwork, poor…

Is It Bad to Run Your AC All Day in the Summer?
10Jun

Is It Bad to Run Your AC All Day in the Summer?

Quick Answer: No, running your AC all day is not bad for it. Modern systems are built to run for…

How Much Does an AC Tune-Up Cost in Fort Smith?
08Jun

How Much Does an AC Tune-Up Cost in Fort Smith?

Quick Answer: The cost of an AC tune-up in Fort Smith depends on your system, its age, and what the…

AC Repair or Replacement? How to Make the Right Call
08Jun

AC Repair or Replacement? How to Make the Right Call

Quick Answer: Repair your AC if it is under 10 years old and the fix costs less than half the…

Why Your AC Fails in Arkansas Climate—And How to Prevent It
24Feb

Why Your AC Fails in Arkansas Climate—And How to Prevent It

Quick Answer: Arkansas heat and humidity make your AC run almost nonstop all summer, which wears out parts faster than…

Why February Is the Ideal Time for an AC System Tune-Up
17Feb

Why February Is the Ideal Time for an AC System Tune-Up

Quick Answer: February is the ideal time for an AC tune-up because you beat the spring and summer rush, get…

How to Protect Your HVAC System From Spring Storms
16Feb

How to Protect Your HVAC System From Spring Storms

Quick Answer: Protect your HVAC system from spring storms by clearing debris around the outdoor unit, securing it against high…

The Top Five Benefits of Ductless Air Conditioning
02Feb

The Top Five Benefits of Ductless Air Conditioning

Quick Answer: The top benefits of ductless air conditioning are energy efficiency, room-by-room temperature control, easy installation with no ductwork,…

Why Is My AC Not Blowing Cold Air?
19Feb

Why Is My AC Not Blowing Cold Air?

Quick answer: If your AC is running but not blowing cold air, the most common causes are a dirty air…