2023 Best Air Conditioners & Heaters

Every year we publish our picks of the best central air conditioning & heating systems on the market. The 2023 best air conditioners & heating units list shares some of the units that made last year’s list and introduces some new models.   Criteria Used to Choose 2023 Best Air Conditioners & Heating Units  As […]

Freon Refrigerant Cost & Availability

How much does freon cost per pound? In my 35+ years as an HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning) Technician, this is a question I’ve answered often. Freon refrigerant cost & availability is changing rapidly in recent years now that production has been banned in the U.S. Now, in 2023, more changes to the refrigerant […]

Goodman AC Unit Review

Rather than focus on one Goodman AC unit model, we review the whole Goodman air conditioner lineup in this article. If you’re trying to decide if a Goodman AC unit is a good choice for your home, let’s find out!     We Promote Many Brands – No Bias Here! First things first, so you […]

Gree Flexx Install for Mom

Have you ever wondered what brand heat pump an air conditioning contractor would install in his own mother’s house? After all, it’s for mom – so it better work great, it better be efficient, and it better be reliable! Well, here’s your answer: I chose to install a Gree Flexx heat pump in mom’s house. […]

Adding a Return Duct

Adding a return duct is a common recommendation for homes near Phoenix, AZ for homeowners wanting to improve home comfort. I’m guessing if you’re reading this article, it’s because your air conditioning company or an AC Technician already suggested it. In most cases, adding a return duct to your homes existing ductwork will indeed improve […]

Trane vs American Standard, What is the Difference?

    American Standard vs Trane. What is the difference between Trane and American Standard? We hear the same questions time and time again: Is Trane better than American Standard? Is American Standard better than Trane? We get Emails and calls every day from all over the country from people who are researching this exact […]

Air Conditioning & Heating System Installation

An air conditioning & heating system installation is the 3rd largest purchase many people ever make… after a house & car. With high-end systems touching on $14,000 to $15,000 installed, a new air conditioning & heating system installation can be scary. Even entry-level systems can easily cost $7,000 to $8,000 or more nowadays and recent […]

AC Unit Installation FAQ’s

It’s time to call an HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning) Contractor for a new AC unit installation. Where should you begin? How do you know which brand, model, and type is the best one for your home and family? Who is the best company in your area to complete your AC unit installation? What […]

How to Avoid a Bad AC Installation

  How to Avoid a Bad AC Installation was inspired by a comment I received on another post. In a nutshell, his comment was: “The general consensus is, choosing the best installer matters most, but what separates a good install from a bad AC install?” I responded by sharing multiple links to past articles I […]