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Why Your Las Vegas Home Feels Uncomfortable Even Though the AC Is Running

The thermostat is set at 74, and the system is running, but the house still doesn’t feel right. What gives? You’re not imagining it, and the problem usually isn’t that the temperature is wrong. It’s that temperature is only one of several factors that go into what we consider “comfortable.” Humidity Las Vegas is famous […]

What Happens When You Run Your AC With Low Refrigerant for Too Long?

A refrigerant leak can go unnoticed for a surprisingly long time. In many cases, your AC keeps running, and your house is cool (just not as cool as you’d like). The bills tick up a little, and you adjust the thermostat a degree or two and move on. Unfortunately, that delay can cause serious damage. […]

What Does the R-410A Refrigerant Change Mean for Las Vegas Residents?

If your air conditioner is more than a few years old, there’s a good chance it uses R-410A refrigerant. What a lot of Las Vegas homeowners don’t know is that R-410A is being phased out under EPA regulations. That means older systems that need to be topped off or that have leaks face some challenges. […]

Why Bigger Isn’t Better: All About AC Sizing in Las Vegas

When an AC system starts struggling in a Las Vegas summer, your first thought is that if the unit can’t keep up, you should get a bigger one. More tonnage equals more cooling, right? Unfortunately, while that might be true with things like car engines, it doesn’t work the same way in the HVAC world […]

Why Can’t My AC Keep Up When It’s 115°F Outside?

You’ve checked the filter and made sure that the thermostat is set right. The AC is running, but your house is sitting at 82 degrees, and you’re sweating in your own living room. Why can’t your AC keep up?   Before you call for emergency service or start pricing new equipment, know that this shouldn’t […]

What Is Aeroseal Duct Sealing and Could It Save You From an Unnecessary AC Replacement?

If you’ve been telling yourself that your AC just isn’t powerful enough, you may be right that something needs to change. However, the change might not be what you think.   Before assuming the equipment is the problem, you need to find out how much of your conditioned air is actually reaching the rooms it’s […]

Is a Ductless Mini-Split Right for My Las Vegas Garage, Guest House, or Room Addition?

Las Vegas homes are expanding. A garage gets converted into a gym or a home office, or maybe a casita gets built out back for in-laws or a rental income stream. It could be a bonus room that gets finished above the garage, or a sunroom that gets added along the back of the house. […]

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 Is SEER Rating and Does It Actually Matter in Las Vegas?

When you start shopping for a new air conditioner in Las Vegas, or even just researching whether your current unit is performing the way it should, you’re going to run into the term “SEER”. It’ll be on every spec sheet and every contractor’s quote. If you’re like most homeowners, you’ll be wondering what it actually […]