The Best Temperature to Set Your AC in Summer

May 21, 2025

Summer is already around the corner again, and once outdoor temperatures rise, so does your reliance on your central air conditioning system. AC allows you to enjoy cooling comfort inside your home, but deciding what temperature to set your air conditioner to in summer is an ever-returning dilemma. It can be tempting to crank the AC as low as possible for supreme cooling; however, AC systems require significant energy and associated costs to run consistently and meet your needs. So, as usage increases, so does your energy cost.  To help you save money and remain sustainable, BEST Air Conditioning

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How to Clean AC Vents: Step-by-Step Instructions for Optimal Air Quality

May 1, 2024

AC vents are vital to your home because they circulate hot and cold air throughout your home, keeping it comfortable for all seasons. It’s important to keep them clean in order to produce clean air and increase the lifespans of these vents. It helps keep pollutants out of your home and keeps your air circulating freely. You’ll have the benefit of clean air that’s comfortable and safe. Before we dive into AC vent cleaning, let’s discuss the signs that your AC vents need a good cleaning. Signs Your AC Vents Need Cleaning Nothing has a

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How to Prepare AC for Summer: Pro Tips for Better Cooling

April 2, 2024

Summer is your air conditioner’s time to shine. With temperatures in Las Vegas, NV holding steady in the triple digits, the months of June through September wouldn’t be survivable without it. Getting your AC ready for this high-demand season will optimize its efficiency, lower your energy bills, and protect your indoor air quality (IAQ). Pre-season preparation can also prevent costly repairs and dangerous home cooling emergencies. The following are eight ways to get started. 1. Check and Clean the Area Around Your Air Conditioner’s Outdoor Condenser Installed in either your back or side yard, your air conditioner’s condenser

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5 Reasons to Never Buy Used AC Units

October 13, 2023

If you are on the market to replace your HVAC system, you may have seen offers for secondhand air conditioners. Perhaps you have noticed a used air conditioner on an online marketplace, like Craigslist, or maybe you know someone who is selling an old unit. While you may be able to cut corners by getting a used air conditioner at a slightly cheaper price, the negative outcomes far outweigh any initial benefits. In fact, the accumulation of maintenance costs, low energy efficiency and higher likelihood of emergency repairs can cancel out any expected savings. These top reasons

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8 Reasons Why Your Air Conditioning Is Cooling So Slowly

August 1, 2023

When cooling effectively, your air conditioning system should usually never run for more than 15 to 20 minutes at a time even when the outdoor temperature is in the 100s. The only time the system should really ever run for much longer at a time is when the temperature in your home is far above what you have the thermostat set at. If you find that your AC is running for much longer each time, it means that there is some issue that’s preventing the system from cooling effectively. With that in mind, here are some of the most common

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Do Vaulted Ceilings Make Home Air Conditioning Less Efficient?

September 4, 2022

High ceilings continue to be a popular architectural design element for homes because they provide living spaces with the illusion of being larger than they actually are. They also allow space for additional skylights and windows that can flood a room with natural light. While vaulted ceilings are beautiful and do tend to lend homes an air of grandeur, there are some trade-offs involved, and among them is that rooms with vaulted ceilings are more difficult to cool and make air conditioning less efficient overall. How High Ceilings Decrease AC Efficiency Vaulted ceilings result in more

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How Often Should Your AC Unit Be Serviced?

August 18, 2022

AC units need regular servicing because they use a lot of energy and must be kept in good condition for them to work correctly. If you fail to do this, you end up paying more for your electricity bills in the long run, which will add up quickly if you don’t do anything about it. The best way to keep an AC unit running smoothly is by making sure to have a technician check it regularly so any issues can get fixed before they become too serious. That being said, “regularly” means a lot of different things,

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Tips on What to Do When Your AC Unit Freezes Up Inside

July 10, 2022

A common problem many homeowners face is the freezing up of their air conditioning unit. This can be a significant inconvenience, and it’s important to know what to do when it happens. Freezing up could be a precursor to a bigger issue, such as broken refrigerant lines, so fixing whatever may have caused the unit to freeze up as soon as possible is essential. There’s nothing worse than an AC unit that won’t work properly in sweltering summer heat. You can do a few things when your unit freezes up, and the effort might save you from

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Does Air Conditioning Cause Air Pollution?

June 3, 2022

Air conditioning can cause air pollution if the system is not properly maintained and serviced. If you have an older AC system, there is a chance that it may be causing air pollution by releasing ozone-forming chemicals into the environment. However, this is less likely if your AC system was installed after 1994. Older models of air conditioning units were not designed to release low levels of ozone-producing chemicals in the same way that newer models are. This means that older models could be releasing higher ozone levels than more recent models, which would mean that they

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What Is the Best Air Filter for Your Home?

February 18, 2022

Choosing the right air filter is key to protecting your family’s health and safeguarding your HVAC system. With the right filter, your furnace and your family will breathe easier. Here are some factors to consider when choosing the best air filter for your home. Why Does Your HVAC System Need a Filter? A furnace filter is comprised of fibrous material that is typically set in a rectangular frame. It sits in the channel behind the air intake cover. Some units have filters installed in the return vents. The filter is what stands

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