Spring Has Sprung! Is Your Air Conditioner Ready?
A huge perk of living here in Arizona is the sunny springtime warmth that arrives early in the year, while other parts of the country are still experiencing frigid winter conditions. Our balmy spring weather is a powerful lure, bringing professional baseball teams and thousands of fans to our area to begin preparing for each […]
Home Comfort Systems 101: Key Factors to Consider When Replacing Your HVAC System
Fall is the perfect time to think about that one nagging item on your to-do list that you might have been putting off, not wanting to invest the necessary time or money. Yes, we’re talking about replacing your home comfort system. Most people balk at the idea of dipping into their household budget for a […]
HVAC Maintenance in September | Keep Your System Running Smoothly
Top 5 Ways to Maintain Your Scottsdale HVAC System in September During the month of September, the temperatures can begin to change outside as residents attempt to remain comfortable indoors. The HVAC system is often in use to control the climate in buildings. As a homeowner, it’s important to maintain the HVAC system to ensure […]
Is Air Conditioning Healthy?
The Health Benefits of Good Air Conditioning Air conditioning does much more than cool us down. It provides us with air that’s clean. It’s also the No. 1 defense against heatstroke and other heat-related illnesses. If you have pets, children or seniors in the home, they depend on it even more than most others. Without […]
Top Cooling Options for Older Homes | Ductless, Mini-Duct & More
Older homes are architecturally beautiful, but their structural differences tend to make them more difficult to keep cool. Houses built before the turn of the century often lack the ductwork necessary for modern forced air cooling systems. That means a traditional central AC may not be the best way to cool an older residence. That […]
Understanding SEER Ratings
SEER ratings may be something you’re accustomed to seeing on new air conditioners. You might be wondering why this rating is so important. It’s because it indicates the efficiency of an air conditioning unit. SEER Basics SEER stands for Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio. The number is calculated by taking the cooling capacity in a typical […]
Troubleshooting a Non-Responsive AC
Nothing is worse than coming home after a sweltering day in the Phoenix heat only to discover your AC won’t turn on. Don’t panic just yet! While some problems are serious enough to require professional attention from our technicians at Rite Way, you may be able to get your AC running on your own. When […]
Identifying Home Ventilation Hot Spots
Everyone has had the experience of walking into a sunny room and seeing particles of dust floating in the air. Over time, all sorts of particles like dust, dander, and pollen can build up in your home’s atmosphere. Even worse are the volatile organic compounds, or VOCs, that you cannot see but can build up […]
Our Proud Partnership with Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest!
We are so excited to announce our partnership with Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest. Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a simple mission; showing kindness, doing justice and serving those in need. They have a vision for a just world where all people can fulfill their basic needs. […]
Partnering with Warrior Flask to Make Things a Bit Cooler
If considering a new HVAC system in Phoenix, most homeowners are usually thinking about getting the most for their money, improving their environment control (heating and cooling), and maybe reducing their utility bill. The idea of also benefiting our military on the front lines doesn’t automatically come to mind when first thinking about HVAC issues […]