Air Conditioning Works, But Cool Beverages Are Good Too A friend at Air-Tro tells a story about growing up in Southern California next to a neighbor with a big, beautiful swimming pool. Every summer, the sounds of the neighbors splashing around in their pool would drift over to her own pool-less back yard, making the temperature outside seem even hotter ... Continue Reading
Does Your Residential HVAC System Need Duct Cleaning? Here’s What to Ask
Ductwork Cleaning Services Abound. But Do You Really Need Them? It feels like summertime, and that means a whole lot of people will be approached about “ductwork cleaning services” by salespeople who call, email or even visit your home unannounced. To hear these folks talk, practically every home is teeming with mold and other dangerous bacteria lurking in their ... Continue Reading
Tax Season Got You Down? Lower Your HVAC Costs with These Easy Tips.
We know, it’s never easy to write that check to Uncle Sam at this time of year. Hopefully, you’ll be getting money back. But even if you’re not, there are ways to save on your energy bills this season so that at least you’ll have some extra money in your pocket from lowered utility costs. Saving on HVAC is easy if you know the inside scoop. Give Your Home an Energy ... Continue Reading
That’s No Ghost: You Might Have HVAC Air Flow Problems Instead
Skip the Paranormal Investigators and Check Your AC System Instead It happens a lot in old houses, especially. Homeowners tell us about doors closing on their own, or mysterious pockets of cold and hot air throughout the house. Sometimes, if you’re quiet enough, you can even hear peculiar whistling sounds emanating from certain rooms or a stairwell, too. It’s enough ... Continue Reading
Air-Tro Receives Historic Buildings Certification
Here in Monrovia, history is part of everything we do. As the fourth oldest general law city in Los Angeles County, our heritage is visible in our gorgeous neighborhoods, mature trees and scenic downtown. Having first been incorporated as a town in 1887, Monrovia may have grown significantly, but our historic landmarks, whether they be homes, or statues, or even commercial ... Continue Reading
Don’t Let Your Furnace Go the Way of The Cleveland Browns This Season: Get a Tune Up Instead
Avoid an HVAC Losing Streak with a Sensible Maintenance Strategy It’s bad enough they have to live with an embarrassing 0-16 losing streak this season. But what’s even worse? Many of the players are still in Cleveland right now. As one of the coldest cities in the United States, it's currently topping out at a high of 7 degrees. And hey, if they handle their furnaces like ... Continue Reading
Worried About Indoor Air Quality? Houseplants Can Help!
HVAC and Houseplants Go Together to Promote Healthy Indoor Living Of course you’ve read it here: there are several important things you should do regularly to improve the air quality inside your home. Changing your air filters every three to six months, for example, makes a huge difference when it comes to ensuring the air inside your home is clean and fresh. Using ... Continue Reading
Say Hello to Your HVAC System: Here’s a Simple Guide
Some People Don’t Know Anything About Their Heater or Air Conditioner, Mostly Because They Haven’t Read This Blog For many Americans, life is a whole lot more pleasant since the advent of the ordinary HVAC system. It keeps us cool in the summer and warm in the winter, for a fraction of the difficulty and cost that older heating and cooling techniques used to employ. ... Continue Reading
Take it From Eisenhower: The Cheaper HVAC Deal Is Not Always the Least Expensive
Why Cheap HVAC Repairs Can Cost You Money Dwight D. Eisenhower once said, “There is no victory at bargain basement prices.” Of course, he was referring to the enormous transition from global war to rebuilding the world’s economy and infrastructure, but hey, we’re going to reference it with respect to heating and air conditioning, too. Many people ask us why HVAC repair ... Continue Reading
Does Your Commercial Air Conditioning System Have the Summertime Blues?
Like Burned Hamburgers and Peeing in the Pool, Sometimes Repair Issues Happen. Summer has officially begun, and the temperatures are rising right on schedule. Don’t lose productivity or employee goodwill with an uncomfortable indoor environment. Here’s how to recognize some common commercial air conditioning problems, and what to do about it. AC Systems That Blow Hot ... Continue Reading
Sometimes HVAC Is Worse Than Dating. Don’t Fall For These Pick Up Lines!
Our single friends tell us how grim it can be out there to look for a new romantic partner. Between sketchy computer dating profiles to awful pick up lines, it’s never easy to find a soulmate! But just as it’s important to keep the faith that you’ll find your one and only, be aware of the bad pickup lines that some less scrupulous HVAC companies use. It will go a long way ... Continue Reading
Not Cool: How to Avoid Shady Air Conditioning Companies
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
HVAC Repair: Understanding Chlorofluorocarbons and the R22 Refrigerant Phaseout [INFOGRAPHIC]
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What Everyone Needs to Know About Chlorofluorocarbons It’s a word tossed around by just about everyone these days, and yet few people really could define its meaning in a clear and meaningful way. Well, here it is. Chlorofluorocarbons, also referred to as CFCs, are organic compounds composed of chlorine, fluorine, and carbon. Made as volatile derivatives of methane, ... Continue Reading
Trust but Verify: Make Sure Your HVAC Service Provider Knows Their Stuff
Here’s a Hint in How to Get a Great Heating and Air Conditioning Professional — Ask Their Peers Making sure your business runs smoothly is not easy, and maintaining your commercial facility is a mission critical part of that task. Nevertheless, who wants to take time away from providing your customers with superior service to handle a building issue? Having a team of ... Continue Reading
Do Turkeys Enjoy Air Conditioning and Other Important Thanksgiving Questions
It's All About the Bird Here at Air-Tro. As the holiday season begins, we reflect upon how grateful we are for so many things this year. The opportunity to serve the families and businesses that make up our community is truly an honor, and one for which we’ll never stop giving thanks. In this time of worldwide change and tumult, we love the holiday that celebrates all the ... Continue Reading
Furnace Repair and Service: Advice from the Expert
Bob Helbing, President of Air-Tro, Inc. discusses furnace repair and replacing inefficient air conditioning systems. “Furnaces are a combustion appliance so you want to make sure that they are tuned and venting properly. You don’t want any combustion gases to end up in the home where they might present some kind of hazard. So I would recommend that the furnace be ... 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
Tips for Maintaining Your HVAC System in Late Spring
How to Maintain Your HVAC System in Late Spring Seasonal HVAC maintenance is one of the most efficient ways to cut your energy bills and keep your family comfortable throughout the year. If you have not had your HVAC system serviced since last spring, then read ahead for a look at some tips you can use to make sure you enjoy a cool and stress-free summer. Don't Just ... 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
A Checklist for Home Energy Evaluations in Los Angeles
A home energy evaluation is an important step to take if you want to make your HVAC system and home more efficient. The easiest option to take is to have a professional energy auditor perform a full energy assessment of your home. You can also perform your own energy audit. Here's a checklist for each of these energy evaluations. DIY Energy Audit A DIY audit can help you ... Continue Reading
You Need to Flush Sediment from Your LA Water Heater
How long will your water heater last before it needs replacement? The average is around 10 to 12 years, assuming it receives regular professional maintenance. However, hard water can reduce expected service life and substantially increase water heating costs. The “hardness” of water refers to non-toxic, naturally-occurring minerals such as calcium carbonate and magnesium. ... Continue Reading
Maintenance Agreements — What Are They and How Can They Help Los Angeles Homeowners?
Regular maintenance is key to keep your HVAC equipment in good working condition, but it's easy to forget to book a service appointment at the start of the heating and cooling seasons. By signing a maintenance agreement with a reputable HVAC contractor, you'll get reminders about scheduling preventative care so your equipment receives the attention it ... Continue Reading
Los Angeles HVAC: Why Should You Get Furnace Maintenance Now?
Have you given any thought to furnace maintenance? Thinking about furnace maintenance in early fall is not easy, because the temperature in the Los Angeles region is still quite warm—but this is the best time to give some attention to maintaining your furnace to avoid problems when the cooler weather hits in full force. Beat the Rush When temperatures start to drop and ... Continue Reading
Heat Gain 101: What Monrovia Homeowners Need to Know
When you're trying to keep your home cool during a summer in the Monrovia area, heat gain is your number one enemy. Heat gain is the amount of heat added to your home by sources such as air leaks, moisture infiltration, solar radiation, heat given off by appliances or electronics, heat and moisture contributed home occupants, and conduction through walls, windows or ... Continue Reading
Los Angeles HVAC: Auto or Fan On? Learn Which Thermostat Setting Is Best for Your Home
Many of us take our home thermostats for granted. We set the temperature we want and then forget about it. But you can save money on utility bills while improving your comfort if you pay closer attention to thermostat settings. For example, your choice with the fan setting – "on" or "auto" – can make a meaningful difference in energy use and home comfort. What's the ... Continue Reading
