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Evaluating Insulation: Cellulose vs. Fiberglass
Evaluating Insulation: Cellulose vs. Fiberglass With the growing popularity in environmentally friendly products and energy-efficiency concerns there is a great…

Air-Tro’s Bob Helbing Elected President of Institute of Heating and Air Conditioning Industries
Across the world, trade associations support their employees by providing education, promoting excellent practices, furthering industries, and representing them in government. Founded in 1969, Air-Tro, Inc. has dedicated itself to upholding the standards of the air conditioning and heating industry.

High Efficiency HVAC Tax Credits Now Available Through 2013
High Efficiency HVAC Tax Credits Now Available Through 2013 On January 2, 2013, President Obama and Congress renewed a tax…

HVAC Options For A Second-Story Addition
When you’re expanding your home by going up, consider your HVAC options before you get too far into the process.…

Interview with Air-Tro President Bob Helbing
Q & A with Bob Helbing, President of IHACI . In an industry that prides itself for resolving cooling issues, Bob Helbing is on a serious hot streak. As president Air-Tro Inc., Helbing runs one of the most successful commercial and residential HVAC contractors in Southern California. Over the years, Air-Tro has won multiple accolades, including ACCA’s 2011 Contractor of the Year award and Los Angeles Times 2012 Best of California Readers’ Choice award.

Is Carbon Monoxide Drifting From Your Garage Into Your Home?
Is Carbon Monoxide Drifting From Your Garage Into Your Home? Many homes in Southern California have attached garages, and while…

Pleated Filters: Why They Are So Effective
Choosing the right type of furnace filter for your home should be an easy decision, but there are so many…

UV Lights Are A Powerful Weapon Against Pollutants In Your Pasadena-Area Home
UV Lights Are A Powerful Weapon Against Pollutants In Your Pasadena-Area Home Indoor quality air is one of your home’s…

Good Ductwork Design: 5 Things Your Contractor Should Know
Good Ductwork Design: 5 Things Your Contractor Should Know The best way to guarantee optimal home air flow is through…

Programmable Thermostats: How They Will Work In Your Pasadena-Area Home
Programmable Thermostats: How They Will Work In Your Pasadena-Area Home Would you like to save money while you’re sleeping or…