The “System” in AC System?

What makes up the “system” in AC System? I was digging through the crates and found this article I originally wrote 12-years ago in early 2012. I decided to dust it off and repost it as the concepts all hold true today. There’s a reason it’s called an AC system, HVAC system, or air conditioning […]

How Often Should I Get AC Service?

We all know how often our cars need an oil change based on mileage. We also know we can ruin our engine if we let it go too long without doing it. What’s lesser known is how often we should get AC service for our home air conditioning system. Let’s discuss how often you should […]

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 […]

Is an Energy Management System Right for Your Building?

Is an Energy Management System Right for Your Building or Business? As the owner of a medium-size contracting business in Mesa, AZ I know as well as the next entrepreneur that keeping operating expenses as low as possible equals a healthy bottom line. As the owner of both a commercial building which I lease back […]

What Does Your Commercial Kitchen Need for 2017?

We take immense pride in the wide range of different commercial HVAC services that we offer to companies in Scottsdale, Phoenix, and the surrounding areas. We’re also experts with commercial kitchen appliances.

Building Automation, Smart Homes, and Energy Management Systems

What is a smart building, and how can you benefit from building automation? As “smart” technology advances and device connectivity improves, people are becoming more familiar with the term “smart home”. A smart home or smart building is the practice of using connected devices to control home air conditioning and heating thermostats, lighting, garage door […]

As Seen On Bar Rescue

When Magic Touch Mechanical co-owner, Michele Morgan got the call from the producer of the Spike TV hit show, Bar Rescue, asking if we could send an HVAC/R technician to repair the walk-in beer cooler at the new Brick & Barley, (formerly Baseline Sports Pub) Tempe, AZ., she jumped at the opportunity to be a part […]