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What That Noise Means: A Guide to Strange AC Sounds in Your Arizona Home

Arizona homeowners depend on their cooling systems for long stretches of the year, so a new sound can feel stressful fast. Strange AC sounds Arizona homeowners hear may point to a loose part, airflow issue, electrical problem, refrigerant leak, or failing motor. Banging or Clanking Banging usually means something inside the system has come loose … [Read More]

Will a Smart Thermostat Actually Lower Your Arizona Summer Bill?

For many Arizona homeowners, summertime costs can add up very quickly. With temperatures regularly sitting in the triple digits, your AC unit may run for hours each day. A smart thermostat can be a great investment to help reduce unnecessary AC runtime. However, it’s not a guarantee of lower summer electric bills in Arizona. Your … [Read More]

Slab Leaks in Arizona: 7 Warning Signs Under Your Foundation

Slab leaks are unfortunately not uncommon in Arizona homes. In fact, a variety of local factors can actually increase your likelihood of needing slab leak repair. Luckily, Western States Home Services is here with expert slab leak detection services to help homeowners mitigate the spread of damage. In this article, our plumbing experts will cover … [Read More]

Why Is My AC Freezing Up in the Middle of an Arizona Summer?

It may seem strange to see ice on your AC during an Arizona summer. However, this problem is more common than many homeowners realize. An AC coil freezes when the system can’t move enough heat, not because it’s making too much cold air. Poor airflow or low refrigerant can make the evaporator coil too cold, … [Read More]

How to Operate a Heat Pump Efficiently in Arizona: 5 Tips

Running a heat pump efficiently in Arizona comes down to a few habits: smart thermostat settings, regular maintenance, and letting the system work the way it was designed to. Because a heat pump here spends most of the year in cooling mode, the advice that works in our climate is very different from the cold-weather … [Read More]

Multi-Zone HVAC Systems & Ductless Mini-Splits: How They Work & Pros/Cons for Arizona Homes

Keeping your Arizona home comfortable year-round can get expensive fast. A multi-zone HVAC system can help you contain those costs. They let you heat or cool only the parts of your home you are using at any given time. It is possible to configure a ducted central AC to support zoned operation. However, there is … [Read More]

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