Air Conditioning Articles

3 Tips to Prevent AC Breakdown During a Heat Wave

July 30, 2025
3 Tips to Prevent AC Breakdown During a Heat Wave. Photo of a black air conditioning unit installed outside of a brick home.

An air conditioner is your lifeline during a prolonged heat wave.  

This life-saving comfort system is a necessity when temperatures soar and linger in James City County, as they have under the heat dome that has scorched across Virginia.

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Prepare for Hot Weather With an Air Conditioning Tune-up

July 10, 2025
Prepare for Hot Weather With an Air Conditioning Tune-up. Photo of a woman trying to cool off in the hot sun using a cold water bottle.

July 17 is the coolest date on the calendar.

It marks National Air Conditioning Day, commemorating the work of Willis Carrier, the father of the modern-day indoor air conditioning system. It is the perfect time to put your feet up, chill out, and luxuriate in the cool comfort of your Virgina home.

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Does an AC Kill Mold?

May 30, 2025
Does an AC Kill Mold? Photo of a hand in a yellow rubber glove, wiping a blue wall or table with a pink cloth.

Your air conditioner (AC) can do several things––keep your Virginia home’s indoor air cooler than outdoor temperatures, help to keep indoor airborne allergens at bay, and help keep your home’s humidity low. But one thing it can’t do is kill mold.

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Spring Money-Saving Tips

May 15, 2025
Spring Money-Saving Tips. A thermostat on a pile of money.

Everyone loves to save money, and it’s a good idea to review different aspects of your budget now and again to see if there are more opportunities you have missed in the past. Considering how to reduce your energy bills is always a great idea in the springtime.

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