AC Supercooling: How to Supercool & Should You

Yet again I was inspired to write about today’s topic, AC Supercooling based on people’s questions on Facebook. Technically, supercooling has nothing to do with air conditioning – the industry “borrowed” the word, more precisely, utility companies borrowed it. I also posted a video about AC supercooling on the Magic Touch Mechanical YouTube channel if […]

Free AC Repair Service Call

Our Free AC Repair Service Call & Diagnosis promotion is not something we offer frequently for a reason. If you know about Magic Touch Mechanical already, you know we’re known for our high level of service. All our AC service technicians are real technicians, not untrained “sales technicians” trying to “upsell” things you don’t need. […]

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 […]

HVAC Equipment Zoning

Recently a homeowner outside of the Magic Touch Mechanical service area contacted me with questions about HVAC equipment zoning. He wasn’t asking about a true ‘zone system’ (using motorized dampers in the ductwork), his inquiry was about ‘equipment zoning’. HVAC Equipment Zoning vs a Zone System A zone system aka zoning works by sending more […]

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 […]