This article answers some of the most frequently asked questions we get about using vent free fireplaces in Arizona. Are vent free fireplaces allowed in Arizona? Are ventless fireplaces safe? How does a vent free fireplace work? I answer these questions and more as well as some considerations most people don’t know to ask about […]
While writing a post explaining how vent-free fireplaces work, I realized I needed to reference other fireplace vent types several times. It dawned on me I’ve never posted an article that explained all the fireplace vent types in one place. So, I saved my work and decided to write this one first. 4 Fireplace […]
In less than a month our schedule will flip from being mostly HVAC related calls to mostly fireplace related calls. Many of those calls will be from people planning to remodel, replace, or install a new fireplace or fire pit. Customers are often surprised when we talk about how we will get electricity to a […]
This article is Part 2 of an article I recently posted titled, “AC Not Working? Try This if Your House is Not Cooling Down”. I received a few messages from readers wanting more information about additional steps they could take to cool their home. Ask and you shall receive. Here are specific things you can […]
What’s the deal with home warranty companies and AC units? Is the cost of a home warranty plan worth it? I’ve been asked “Should I buy a home warranty plan to cover my AC Unit?” many times over the years. More recently the question popped up on a Facebook group for people who live […]
It’s mid-July in Phoenix, AZ and the temperature will reach 112°F today for the 14th day in a row. Unfortunately, the forecast in our area is 119°F by this weekend. As you might expect, air conditioning companies like Magic Touch Mechanical are getting bombarded with emergency service requests this week. The most common messages we […]
Water Leaking from a Pipe on Side of House – What Is It? There’s water leaking from a pipe on the side of my house. Should, I call a plumber or an air conditioning company? As the owner of an air conditioning company in Mesa / Phoenix, AZ., I hear this question a […]
By now most of us have heard about the Inflation Reduction Act which went into effect on January 1, 2023. Included in the act, homeowners can get up to a $2,000 tax credit for heat pumps. What HVAC System Qualifies for a 2023 Tax Credit? Upgrades to home HVAC (heating, ventilation, air conditioning) equipment entitles […]
How much does a new air conditioner cost? This is probably the most frequently asked question we receive through our Facebook page and via E-mail. I’ve provided the ranges and average cost of a new HVAC system around the Phoenix area in this article. However, providing a “ballpark” price of a new air conditioning system […]