What is the Best Time to Buy an Air Conditioner?

On November 6, 2017

Prepare for the Heat When it’s Cold Out People often assume AC companies in Phoenix spend the winter months throwing pencils into the ceiling tiles in our offices. Although that may be true for some lesser contractors, this is not the case at Howard Air & Plumbing. We know what smart consumers know: The best […]

How Often Should I Change My Air Filter?

On October 30, 2017

Replacing Your Home’s Air Filter After the installation and careful balancing of a new central air conditioning system, many of our customers ask us, “How often should I change the air filter?” No one answer fits every household, but in general you should change your air filter monthly during cooling season, but more often under some […]

What are the Different Types of Ductwork?

On October 26, 2017

Some of our Phoenix readers may be surprised to learn about the different types of ductwork running inside their homes. Many folks have seen exposed, rectangular-profile metal ducts in businesses and assume those are the only type of ductwork in use. When paying an HVAC contractor to install ductwork for central air, you will quickly learn […]

On October 15, 2017

When you hire a heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) contractor to install a new furnace, your first thought probably is, “What size furnace do I need?” Heating equipment sizes depend on many factors, so your contractor should not simply look at the old furnace and match its size. This article can serve as a […]

What is Involved in HVAC Preventative Maintenance?

On September 27, 2017

Some Arizonans enjoy tinkering with their cars, but would hesitate to, say, rebuild their transmissions. They know not to cross a certain line. The same is true with Phoenicians’ homes. Sure, you can change a door lock or rewire a lamp, but do-it-yourself HVAC maintenance is ill-advised. Once you learn what is involved in HVAC […]

How Are Air Ducts Cleaned?

On September 25, 2017

When you see advertising for duct-cleaning services, do you ever ask yourself, “Exactly how are air ducts cleaned?” Many folks in Arizona rightly pride themselves on having a can-do attitude. What can a professional company like Howard Air & Plumbing do that you cannot do for yourself? The Need for Duct Cleaning If you are […]

What You Need to Know about Arizona Air Quality

On September 18, 2017

Life in Arizona is great – we enjoy the beautiful outdoors, magnificent sunsets, abundant sunshine and more. Unfortunately, folks living and working in the Phoenix area also tolerate some extremely poor air quality. Arizona air quality has always had some natural challenges, which is why the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (AZDEQ) exists to protect Phoenicians and others […]

How to Fix a Frozen Air Conditioner

On September 11, 2017

Arizona is famous for its hot days, and few people realize that this can lead to a frozen air conditioner. How is that possible? A common cause of a frozen air conditioner in Arizona is a blocked air filter, which restricts the airflow needed to keep condensation off the coils. Another common cause of is refrigerant leaks. […]

5 Signs that It’s Time to Replace Your Air Conditioner

On August 22, 2017

How long does a central air conditioner last? In Maine, it could last a lifetime. In Phoenix, it may not last 15 years. Our hot desert climate and our usage all take a toll on air conditioners. Even if you had a system installed when you purchased your home, you may be facing replacement. Five […]

How Dirty Air Ducts Can Ruin Your Indoor Air Quality

On July 31, 2017

Around Phoenix, air quality is often on people’s minds. Our outdoor air quality varies but is seldom as good as we would like. Indoors, homeowners and business operators strive for clean, breathable air, but dirty air ducts often lower indoor air quality. How serious an issue is this, and what can homeowners and business owners […]

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