7 Best Air Conditioner Brands of 2022
Updated February 21, 2022 As with any other product, each AC manufacturer has its loyal fans. At Howard Air, with more than 30 years of experience installing and repairing air conditioners in one of...
View ArticleIs Your Air Conditioner Making a Humming Noise?
Do you hear your air conditioner making a humming noise? An AC hum is usually not a concern, unless the sound varies greatly from its typical sounds. Don’t worry, if the HVAC is making a buzzing noise...
View ArticleAir Conditioner is Turning On & Off Repeatedly
Main Causes for A/C Switching On & Off If your central air conditioning keeps turning on and off sporadically, this is a problem that shouldn’t be ignored. Although it is a common issue known as...
View ArticleThermostat Not Reaching Set Temperature? Try These Tips!
Your thermostat serves as the control center of your HVAC system; so, when it malfunctions, keeping your home comfortable can quickly become impossible. And when a problem occurs during the height of...
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How Often Should I Clean My Air Ducts?
Cleaning air ducts does not need to go on your spring cleaning chore list. If you are extremely organized, you can put it down on a five-year calendar. This is because the National Air Duct Cleaners...
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My Central Heat isn’t Working, but the AC is… What Gives?
Updated: April 27, 2022 Most homeowners appreciate the importance of having their HVAC systems working perfectly. Sadly, at some point, you may realize that your AC is working, but the central heat is...
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Trane vs. Carrier Air Conditioning Unit Comparison
(Updated July 2022) What You’ll Learn As you read this air conditioner brand comparison, you’ll learn: Trane and Carrier are two of the top air conditioner brands in the United States, and both have...
View ArticleTypes of Air Conditioners For Homes You Should Know About
In Phoenix and most parts of the US, the benefits of air conditioners make AC units for homes a must-have. Air conditioners help you control temperature, quality of air, and humidity in your home....
View ArticleSigns your AC is Low on Freon
One of the most important parts of your air conditioning unit is its refrigerant lines. The refrigerant lines connect the outdoor unit to the evaporator coil, which pumps refrigerant past a blower fan...
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What to Do if Your Air Conditioner Breaks in the Middle of the Night
An air conditioner not blowing cold air is a problem for Phoenix homeowners, but one that is far worse if your system breaks down after business hours. Here are strategies you can use while waiting for...
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Best Commercial-Grade AC Units for Large Buildings
Updated Sept 29, 2022 In our decades of experience installing commercial HVACs and home comfort systems, we at Howard Air have frequently encountered the misconception that all air conditioners are the...
View ArticleWhy Does My Heat Pump’s AUX Heat Keep Coming On?
The heat pump AUX heat (short for auxiliary heat) is there to give your home a quick burst of heat when you need it. Here in Arizona, that shouldn’t be especially often. If your auxiliary heat is...
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10 Reasons Why Your Gas Furnace is Not Working
Is your gas furnace not switching on or warming the air as expected? If yes, you need to understand that many different issues might have led to this problem. A properly functioning gas furnace is...
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How Do You Know if Your Air Conditioner is Working Properly?
One of the most common questions we receive at Howard Air is how to tell if an air conditioner is working or if the unit is in need of maintenance. Aside from putting their hands over the vents to feel...
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8 Types of Indoor Air Pollution To Watch Out For
Nobody wants to think of inhaling bits of insect wing. Yet, biological contaminants are one of eight types of indoor air pollutants Phoenix homeowners deal with every day. These pollutants can cause...
View ArticleHow Much Power Does An Air Conditioner Use?
An air conditioning unit is an indispensable appliance in homes within the Phoenix area. AC units help cool the rooms to enhance your comfort. So how much electricity does your AC use? The amount of...
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My Central Heat isn’t Working, but the AC is… What Gives?
Updated: January 29, 2023 Most homeowners in Arizona appreciate the importance of having their HVAC systems working perfectly. Sadly, at some point, you may realize that your AC is working, but the...
View ArticleWhat Are the Different Types of Furnaces?
Your home is unique, and so are its needs when it comes to heating. Fortunately, you never need to settle for a one size fits all approach to installing a furnace in your home. There are four different...
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My Furnace is Switched On, but it’s Not Blowing Air
Is Your Furnace Switched On, but Not Blowing Air? With winter just around the corner, furnace issues could be a potential disaster. Here at Howard Air, in Phoenix, we understand that temperatures in...
View ArticleWhat’s the Cost of Aeroseal Duct Sealing?
Common Duct Sealing Questions You may have thought about having the air ducts sealed in your Phoenix home or business, knowing it will save you money in the long run. Yet you worry: How much does duct...
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