Springtime is almost here, and it’s time to think about maintenance, repairs and for some, even a new HVAC system for your home or office before the weather becomes too extreme. We know you have lots of choices out there when it comes to hiring an HVAC contractor. What really matters when it comes to choosing the right company? And why does it matter, anyway? HVAC ... Continue Reading
Rooftop Solar Systems: Could They Save You Money?
Affordable Solar Means Clean Energy Options Are Here The demand for clean, renewable and inexpensive energy sources is at an all time high. With today’s changing technology and recent federal and state incentives, energy options are changing for the home consumer. Rooftop solar panels, once cost prohibitive, are now a realistic alternative for many homeowners. Could ... Continue Reading
Who Knew? Ancient Kuwaitis Had Air Conditioning
Archeologists Make Major HVAC Discovery From the unusual news of the month file, we read recently that Slovakian archeologists working in the Persian Gulf have carefully unearthed a man-made interior air conditioning system on Failaka Island. We bet you didn’t know there was a cadre of Slovakian archeologists out there excavating, did you? And second, we’re ... Continue Reading
How the Freon® Factor May Be Putting Your Commercial HVAC System…and Your Wallet at Risk with Costly Repairs
Business Owners and Property Managers: What You Need to Know Do you own a business or manage a commercial property? You should know: current changes in federal environmental policy may affect your bottom line. In fact, the cost of recharging your HVAC unit may soon become prohibitive, if you own a unit more than 2 years old. Make no mistake—these are shifts that aren’t ... Continue Reading
Glenna’s HVAC Houseplant: Our Secret Good Luck Charm at Air-Tro, Inc.
A Little Extra Green Energy in the Office We’re known at Air-Tro for friendly service, experienced, well trained employees, and great prices on all the best heating and air conditioning systems. As a family owned business since 1969, we’re proud we’ve developed a reputation as the the number one heating and air conditioning for the San Gabriel Valley and beyond. But ... Continue Reading
Hotter Than Ever: In Praise of Air Conditioning
Air Conditioning: Collateral Benefits That Matter In a year some scientists are calling potentially the hottest ever on record, the battle over the value of air conditioning is still fought in some circles. Would we be better off without it, some ask? Is it somehow more desirable or morally upright to just sweat it out? Looking at the facts, the answer is ... Continue Reading
Halloween Edition: HVAC Horror Stories
Halloween HVAC: Scary Installation and Repair Stories That Will Lower Your Inner Thermostat Here at Air-Tro we only have happy endings to your heating and air conditioning challenges, but out in the wilds of the Internet, it’s a different story entirely. As the weather hopefully cools down and the leaves begin to change, our thoughts turn to the spooky season that is ... Continue Reading
Green Technology And the Changing Future of HVAC
Green HVAC Systems Are Changing How We Heat and Cool Homes and Offices The year 2020 is coming ever closer, and by then, according to a mandate from President Barack Obama, even the federal government must double its reliance on renewable energy. Given that as of 2015, renewable energy accounts for only 10% of total U.S. energy consumption, the “heat is on” (pardon ... Continue Reading
When Good Ideas Go Wrong: Check Out These Off the Wall HVAC Repairs and Installs
Creative Handymen Get Creative With Their HVAC Repairs and Installs So a fan sent us some photos recently of some crazy air conditioning repair jobs. Instead of risking your life or that of your hapless handyman, why not get in touch with professionals at Air-Tro, instead? We’ve been around for more than 40 years, and specialize, quite frankly, in saving you money ... Continue Reading
Air-Tro Heating and Air Conditioning Says Thank You!
It's Our Heating and Air Conditioning Customers Who Make It All Worthwhile. While we do some advertising, our best referrals come from the testimonials and referrals given by our busy customers. We know you have better things to do than write reviews-which is why we're so overwhelmed by your generosity in leaving such nice ones for us, all over town! From Jennifer B. ... Continue Reading
A Look Back: Vintage Air Conditioning Ads
How Air Conditioning Saved Lives, Marriages, and the American Way As the dog days of summer stretch on endlessly, leaving us to dash to and from our air conditioned homes and cars only if we have to, we reflect with gratitude on the enduring value of air conditioning. What the heck did people do before HVAC systems were clean, safe and affordable for most American ... Continue Reading
Thermostat Security: Future HVAC Systems At Risk?
Thermostats and Smart HVAC Systems May Someday Be Vulnerable to Cyber Criminals At the recent online security convention Def Con in Las Vegas, experts announced they had successfully hacked a residential thermostat. It was part of a demonstration of the way nefarious “ransomware” can work against a household device connected to the Internet. Once implemented, a cyber ... Continue Reading
Let’s Be Careful Out There: HVAC Duct Cleaning Scams
The Truth About Air Conditioning Systems and HVAC Duct Cleaning Services Here at Air-Tro, we believe in regular maintenance and upkeep for your heating and air conditioning systems. However, we’ve become aware of one kind of maintenance protocol that we’re advising our customers to steer clear of, especially outside of specific recommendations from our service ... Continue Reading
Air-Tro Comfort Consultants Help You Choose the Best Air Conditioning System For Your Home
Air-Tro is a family owned business that makes sure customers are taken care of. One of the biggest concerns a homeowner has when they bring in a contractor is. “Is this someone I can rely on? Someone I can trust?” Air-Tro performs all the technical stuff like background checks on hiring and drug screening, but most importantly, the people that work at Air-Tro tend to work ... Continue Reading
Did You Like R2D2 in Star Wars? You Might Love This HVAC Robot!
HVAC Robot Personalizes Air Conditioning and Heating Comfort Today, air conditioning is a given in most homes across the San Gabriel Valley. As temperatures increase outside, who among us doesn’t enjoy feeling cool and refreshed inside with the latest in HVAC technology? Get ready for the next level of convenience with the invention of RoCo, the new personal air ... Continue Reading
Air Conditioning: The Secret History
Impress Your Friends and Colleagues with These Air Conditioning Anecdotes “Somehow, it was hotter then. Men's stiff collars wilted by nine in the morning. Ladies bathed before noon after their three o'clock naps. And by nightfall were like soft teacakes with frosting from sweating and sweet talcum.” -To Kill a Mockingbird Harper Lee perhaps described best the world ... Continue Reading
Air-Tro Inc. Wins Best Heating and Air Conditioning Company for the San Gabriel Valley
Air-Tro, Inc. Voted Best Heating and Air Conditioning Company Thank you everybody! For the third year in a row, Air-Tro, Inc. has been voted the best heating and air conditioning company in the San Gabriel Valley by readers of the Monrovia Weekly and other popular local papers in the communities of Pasadena, San Gabriel, Sierra Madre, Arcadia, El Monte, Temple City, ... Continue Reading
Air Conditioning Installation Rebates Available in Greater Los Angeles
Air Conditioning Installation Rebates Available in Greater Los Angeles Kevin Berry of Air-Tro, Inc. discusses the various rebates available for air conditioning installation in the greater Los Angeles area. Everyone deserves to be comfortable and there are many programs available to help finance your heating and air conditioning needs. At Air-Tro we are focused on ... Continue Reading
Is It Hot in Here or is it Just You? Understanding Thermostat Malfunction
5 Ways To Tell If Your Home's Thermostat Is Malfunctioning You And Your Thermostat When you purchase a new thermostat or have an old one that you’ve gotten used to, you should know exactly how to program it to make your home comfortable. If you’re experiencing some trouble with the thermostat, then it may be something that you’re doing or not doing, but it just may be ... Continue Reading
Air-Tro Voted Best Heating and Air in San Gabriel Valley 5th Year in a Row
Air-Tro Voted Best Heating and Air in San Gabriel Valley 5th Year in a Row Air-Tro Won the San Gabriel Readers Choice Award, Which Allows Local Residents to Pick their Favorite Businesses throughout the San Gabriel Valley Bob Helbing, President of Air-Tro, Inc, is pleased to announce that his air conditioning and heating company won the San Gabriel Valley Readers ... Continue Reading
A Few AC Issues You Can Fix Without Having to Call a Technician
What Issues with Your Air Conditioner Can You Attempt to Fix Yourself? As the temperature starts to rise, many people turn on their air conditioners and discover that they are not working properly. If you are experiencing a problem or complication with your air conditioner, then you might be wondering how to fix it so that you can maintain a comfortable air temperature in ... Continue Reading
Here’s Why A/C Units Freeze– Don’t Let This Happen to You!
Spring Into Annual Home Maintenance: Why do A/C Units Freeze? Most Monrovia homeowners quickly learn the importance of annual home maintenance– especially when it comes to their A/C unit. In the springtime, you can drive through just about any neighborhood and see people working on maintaining their homes - and you're probably one of them. You might be cleaning your ... Continue Reading
Saving Energy Makes a Difference
Saving Energy Makes a Difference Energy Saving Strategies for your HVAC System Using energy saving strategies in your HVAC system is becoming increasingly important in Monrovia home ownership. This is due to the rising cost of fossil fuels, as well as environmental concerns. Finding new ways to reduce the energy consumption in homes without decreasing the comfort level ... Continue Reading
And Then There Was A/C
Progression of Willis Carrier and His Air Conditioner Man made means of cooling have been around since ancient Egypt. Since the time when people hung wet reeds in windows to be cooled by the wind, minds have sought the means to automate the process. As technology marched forward, thinkers discovered that compressing and liquefying substances like ammonia result in ... Continue Reading
Keep the Balance!
Keep the Balance! How to Keep the Temperature Consistent from Room to Room Dealing with inconsistent temperatures throughout your Monrovia home is not only going to affect your family's comfort, but it could also be a sign that there are problems with your HVAC system or insulation. If you have recently noticed temperature fluctuations when walking through your house, ... Continue Reading
