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The Las Vegas Fall HVAC Checklist: What to Do Before You Switch to Heating

There’s a brief window in Las Vegas (usually sometime in October) when you realize the AC hasn’t run in a few days and the nights are getting cooler. That transition period, as short as it is, is one of the best times of year to give your HVAC system the attention it’s earned after a […]

Why Is My Electric Bill So High When the AC Is Running?

Electric bill sticker shock? You’re not alone. For more and more Las Vegas residents, the bill arrives, and they stare at it, not really processing why it’s so much. The number is definitely higher than last summer, which means that the AC’s the problem. However, “the AC is running a lot” isn’t the whole story. […]

Why Does My House Smell When the AC Turns On?

Your nose is a surprisingly good diagnostic tool. The smell that hits you when your AC kicks on is information. Different smells point to different problems, and the difference between “this needs attention soon” and “turn the system off and call someone now” is important.   Wet Towel or a Damp Basement Smell   This […]

What Does an AC Tune-Up Actually Include?

“Annual tune-up” is one of those phrases that gets said a lot in the HVAC industry without much explanation of what’s actually involved. If you’ve ever agreed to a maintenance service and then watched a technician work for 45 minutes without being entirely sure what was happening, here’s what a thorough AC tune-up actually involves […]

Why Is My Upstairs 10 Degrees Hotter Than Downstairs and How Do I Fix It?

Heat rises, so it might seem like common sense that your upstairs is warmer than your downstairs. However, if there’s a big difference between the two, that uneven cooling might have less to do with thermodynamics than other factors.   If you’re in Henderson or Summerlin, there’s a good chance your home was built during […]

Why Is My AC Blowing Warm Air?

It happens every summer, usually on the worst possible day. You walk inside expecting that rush of cold air, and instead, you get something that feels like a hair dryer pointed at your face. Your AC is running because you can hear the fan spinning. However, the air coming out of your vents is warm. […]

Why Does My AC Keep Turning On and Off?

Your AC doesn’t constantly run. It runs for a while, cools the house down, shuts off, and waits. Then it starts again once the temperature reaches whatever you’ve got your thermostat set to. That’s how the system is supposed to work, at any rate, but if you’ve started noticing the system clicking on and off […]

Why Does My AC Air Filter Fail So Fast in Las Vegas?

Every pack of filters you’ve ever bought has the same advice printed somewhere on the cardboard: Change every 90 days. That’s common advice across the industry, but in Las Vegas, it’s almost completely wrong.   While changing a filter every three months might work just fine somewhere like San Francisco, where you don’t get crazy […]

The “Invisible” Benefits of Spring AC Service: It’s More Than Just Cooling

What comes to mind when you think about AC maintenance? Chances are good that it’s staying cool in Las Vegas’s searing summers. However, there’s more to spring AC service than just making sure your unit’s ready to handle those 100°F+ days. The biggest benefits of AC maintenance often aren’t obvious right away. However, these “invisible” […]

Post-Installation AC Maintenance Tips for Las Vegas Residents

You’ve just had a brand-new air conditioner installed. This is a great choice, especially in a place like Las Vegas, where reliable cooling isn’t optional. But even the most advanced AC system needs regular attention to stay efficient, reliable, and long-lasting. Without proper upkeep, that new unit can wear down faster than expected in our […]