Are Ductless Mini-split A/Cs a Good Cooling Option in Phoenix and Tucson?

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The short answer is “absolutely, yes!” But, they work best in the right spaces and under the right conditions. Ductless mini split systems give homeowners an easy way to add cooling and heating to spaces that are more challenging. For example, in renovations or bonus rooms, additions, garages, patio rooms, and even wine cellars..these are […]

What You Need to Know Today: 30% of All Homes and Buildings Are “Sick”

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Your house may be making you sick! The Environmental Protection Agency (EPS) has concluded in studies that 1 in 3 homes or buildings are sick, meaning they are hazardous to the health as a result of poor ventilations and indoor air and allergens/pollutants entering living spaces through bad duct work. Source:  https://www.epa.gov/sites/production/files/2014-08/documents/sick_building_factsheet.pdf “Sick Building Syndrome,” […]

Alaskan Air Conditioning & Heating’s Technicians: The Best of the Best!

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How to Protect the HVAC from Lightning and Power Surges

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Harvard Study Says People Can’t Think Straight During Heat Waves

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“I just love monsoon season!” said no one EVER!

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5 Signs You Have a Looming Problem with Your A/C System

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There are sure signs with air conditioners that they are on the brink of breakdown. Knowing these signs – and calling for help early — may mean the difference between a repair or a total replacement. Any one of these early warning signs requires immediate professional attention from an Alaskan Air Conditioning technician. Here are […]

Back to School Safety

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Reviews Like This One is Why We Do What We Do!

Alaskan Air Conditioning and Heating testimonial "hard to find a company today who still believes in such great customer service. I would highly recommend Alaskan Air Conditioning - Eileen"

“I can’t say enough good things about Alaskan, from Scott the consultant with his knowledge and professionalism, to Tyson and Daniel who did the installation of my AC and their great attention to doing the job right. Hard to find a company today who still believes in such great customer service. I would highly recommend […]

Best Temperature Setting for the Thermostat in Extreme Heat

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Normal cooling settings for thermostats this time of the year in Phoenix, Tempe, Mesa, Tucson and surrounding area are 75 degrees – 80 degrees. (Normal heating settings are 68 degrees- 72 degrees). Why does this matter? Setting your thermostat too low is going to wear on your air conditioning system. It will have a difficult time keeping up with extreme […]