Picture Rocks Cooling Heating & Plumbing Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Tucson’

Is My Air Conditioner Worth Repairing?

Monday, October 24th, 2022
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In Arizona, it’s important to have a functional air conditioner to maintain your comfort throughout the long summer. At this time of year, you might be thinking more about your heating system, or just reveling in the beautiful autumn weather. But if your air conditioner has been having a rough time this year, you should make a plan now to ensure that you’ll be able to cool your home when the hot weather hits again.

Should your plan be repairing your air conditioner, or investing in a brand-new one? Here are some points you should consider as you make that decision.

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Is Your Ductwork Leaking?

Monday, September 26th, 2022
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Since the 1970s, when central air conditioning became common, most new American homes have been constructed with a network of ducts for their HVAC systems. With these ducts in place, conditioned air (or heated air in the winter) can be distributed throughout the house with no air conditioners inconveniently balanced in windows. The reason for the popularity of the central AC is that it keeps your HVAC system out of sight and out of your way while efficiently bringing your whole home to the perfect temperature. 

But sometimes, especially as the ducts age, problems can occur. We’re here to help you understand the signs of leaking ducts, how these leaks can be caused, and what we can do to solve the problem and get your home back to keeping you comfortable with ease.

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Why Commercial Plumbing Maintenance Is Vital

Monday, August 1st, 2022
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Along with our full services for residential plumbing, Picture Rocks Cooling Heating & Plumbing also offers high-quality commercial plumbing in Tucson, AZ. You can expect the same array of jobs—plumbing installations, repairs, replacements, and maintenance—but designed for the special needs of commercial businesses.

Let’s focus on plumbing maintenance. Regular maintenance for your commercial HVAC system is essential for keeping your business operating, especially AC maintenance to handle the extreme heat of Tucson summers. This shouldn’t mean you can let regular plumbing maintenance slide. It’s just as important! It will keep your business up to health codes and help prevent devastating downtime and other shutdowns because of major plumbing issues.

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Upgrade Your AC When…

Monday, July 4th, 2022

When it comes to your air conditioning, there’s no need to wait until it quits working to upgrade. After all, you don’t want to be without air conditioning in our area, with an average summer temperature of 102°F!

Regularly monitoring your system’s performance and making necessary upgrades will keep your home comfortable all year long. Here are eight signs that it’s time for new AC installation in Tucson, AZ:

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Never Ignore These Signs of AC Trouble

Monday, April 25th, 2022

Now that the weather is starting to heat up, it’s important to keep your comfort in mind. One of the best ways to do this is by remaining prepared. Preparation in HVAC is mostly done through methods of prevention.

Today, we want to advise you about a variety of signs that you might need air conditioning repair. We’re understanding professionals: we never expect you to know all there is to know about your air conditioning system. That’s why we’re here. We’ll fill in the knowledge gaps for you.

There are many signs that air conditioning trouble is on the horizon. If you notice any of the following, you can turn to our professionals to repair your air conditioning in Tucson, AZ.

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No, You’re Not Too Late for Furnace Maintenance

Monday, February 14th, 2022

Winter is here and the weather is cold. This season snuck up on us fast this year. If you’ve meandered over to your thermostat one morning to take the chill off and realized that you never got around to scheduling that heating maintenance appointment, we want you to know that there’s still time to do so. Our outlook on maintenance is “better late than never,” so although we encourage you to schedule during the fall, you can still do it now. 

Maintenance is easy with a team of professionals like ours. We inform you through every step of the process so you’re always at ease. We’re going to stay true to our emphasis on information today by letting you know the essentials concerning furnace maintenance in Tucson, AZ

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How to Make Your Furnace Service Even Better

Monday, January 17th, 2022

When you purchase a furnace, we know that you purchase it with the intention of it lasting as long as possible. You want to be able to spend the full 10–15 years with this system working in your home. We know that you also want your furnace to perform well, keep you warm, and cost you a reasonable amount each month. If you want this to be your reality, then you should keep your furnace in pristine condition. 

If you’re wondering what keeping a furnace in pristine condition entails, then you’ve found the right blog. There are some simple things you can do to improve your furnace service in Tucson, AZ. These simple tips can help you get more from your furnace. 

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Improve Your Heater for the New Year

Monday, January 3rd, 2022

Are you worried about your heating system? The autumn came and went, and you just kept putting off that call to have it checked—or maybe the whole thing slipped your mind completely. There’s no need to worry. You can have your heater checked now and start 2022 off on the right foot.

Of course, it never hurts to have a system check-up. But there are some sure signs that your system is in need right now. Here is our New Year’s list of heating issues that need to be taken care of as quickly as possible:

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“Should I Repair or Replace?”

Monday, December 20th, 2021

Now that we’re at the tail end of fall and steadily moving into winter, you might reconsider your heating services. Heating care is something that becomes the focal point of your home during this time of year for good reason. If you want quality care, we’re the ones you can lean on to perfect your heating in Tucson, AZ.

The question that can become relevant during this time of year is: “Should I repair or replace my home’s heating system?” It’s a great question to ask. After all, you want to provide your home’s heater with the relevant service and we want to help you with this. Let’s help you decide your plan of action below. 

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8 Signs That Your AC System Is Failing You

Monday, July 19th, 2021

We’re steadily approaching the height of the summer season. Is your air conditioner performing the way that you want it to?

Your answer to this question should be a firm and strong yes. If it’s anything less than this, your air conditioning system is probably failing you. The troubling aspect about this is that homeowners don’t always recognize this is happening as it’s happening. Today we’d like to point out some signs you should contact a professional. It’s easy to get the proper AC repair in Tucson, AZ you’re looking for with our team.

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