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Repairing vs. Replacing Your AC: How to Decide What to Do
As a consumer, it’s difficult to tell when you’re being scammed or not. Some providers may push you towards installing a new system, while others make their money on repeat service calls. They encourage you to repair your air conditioner constantly, and you’re left...
Why is My Home so Muggy?
As leaders in the air conditioning industry, we often get asked the question, “Why is my home so muggy?” We refer to this feeling as relative humidity, which evaluates humidity with the temperature. It is a frustrating situation to find yourself in, especially when...
How to Reduce Airborne Allergens in Your Home
Tens of millions of Americans suffer from allergies every year. While many put the blame squarely on pollen and the time they spend outdoors, the reality is that indoor air is often just as much a source of allergens — sometimes, it can even be much worse than the...
My AC Is Running: Why Is My House Still Hot?
Ever found yourself wondering: My AC is running, so why is my house still hot? Maintaining the ideal temperature in your home can be pretty challenging despite having an HVAC system. Many factors and variables can negatively affect the optimal functioning of even the...
7 Reasons to Get an AC Tune-up
Do you need an A/C tune-up? With summer temperatures on the way and thermometers starting to rise, it might be a good idea to call for a professional’s help. Having a pro examine your AC hardware can have many benefits, but some homeowners are hesitant to ever spend...
What to Do If A Rodent Dies in Your Ductwork
It's a worst-case scenario for any homeowner or property manager — trying to figure out what to do if a rodent dies in your ductwork. Although modern building codes have made many structures more impervious to infiltration by pests, not every home is an impregnable...
How Indoor Air Quality Can Affect Pregnancy
The links between air quality and pregnancy, specifically negative pregnancy outcomes due to air pollution, have been firmly established for years, but what we often do not consider is the quality of their air in our own homes. The world today is more polluted than at...
The Best Mini Window Air Conditioners
Mini window air conditioners are fast gaining popularity in the US and elsewhere. Surprisingly, the cost of purchasing and installing these systems is not the only factor contributing to this trend. Approximately $1 out of every $8 spent on utilities by the average...
Everything You Need to Know to Troubleshoot Your Air Conditioner
Do you need professional help troubleshooting your broken AC? Click Here! Common Problems: Air Conditioner Won't Turn On Problems With the Thermostat Strange Noises Coming From the Air Conditioner Moisture Leaking From the Air Conditioner Get in Touch With an...
A Quick Guide to AC Condenser Pads
Updated 3/14/24 AC Condenser Pads: Everything You Need to Know About Protecting Your Outdoor AC Unit in Napa and Sonoma Counties If your air conditioning system is any larger than a simple ductless window unit, it’s quite likely that part of the system is outside your...
Valley Comfort Heating and Air
Thank you for visiting our blog. We provide these articles to help our local Sonoma County residents to learn more about energy efficiency, indoor air quality and all Carrier heating and cooling service. As the top provider of heating and cooling products in the Santa Rosa area, we are not only committed to comfort but also to serving our local community.