Why Are They Called Ductless Mini Splits? A wall-mount mini-split heating and air conditioning unit installed in a new house. A modern heat pump, this unit heats a house in winter and cools in the summer. This type of system eliminates ductwork which is a primary source of inefficiency in a conventional system making this about 30% more efficient. This particular unit has an eye sensor which pans the room looking for hot or cold spots and directs the airflow accordingly.

Why Are They Called Ductless Mini Splits?

August 29, 2025

They’re called ductless mini splits because they don’t require ductwork and consist of two main components—a compact indoor air handler and an outdoor compressor—connected by refrigerant lines. This “split” design allows for efficient, targeted heating and cooling in specific areas.

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What Indoor Air Quality Accessories Can Help Keep Me Healthy? Photo of a group of business people work in an office together.

What Indoor Air Quality Accessories Can Help Keep Me Healthy?

August 15, 2025

Most people, on average, spend nearly all their time indoors at work or at home. In fact, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reports this amount of time reaches upwards of 90 percent for most people.

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

Does an AC Kill Mold?

July 30, 2025

Your air conditioner (AC) can do several things––keep your California 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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Prepare for Hot Weather With an Air Conditioning Tune-Up

July 15, 2025

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, central air conditioning systems have a service life of approximately 15 to 20 years.

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3 Tips to Prevent an AC Breakdown During a Heat Wave

June 30, 2025

According to the National Weather Service, heat-related fatalities in 2023 surpassed deaths related to tornadoes, lightning, floods, and hurricanes.

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How Can You Manage Your Home’s Humidity? A couple trying to cool off in front of a fan.

How Can You Manage Your Home’s Humidity?

June 16, 2025

Indoor humidity is a drag. It makes relaxing extremely difficult—after all, you are sweating inside your home! It can affect your health, triggering asthma attacks and flaring allergies. It tends to put everyone in a sluggish mood—even the goldfish. Let’s zap that excess moisture right out of the room, and look at ways to manage your California home’s relative indoor humidity.

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Why Is a Commercial AC Tune-Up Important? A technician working on a commercial air conditioner.

Why Is a Commercial AC Tune-Up Important?

May 30, 2025

Businesses in Santa Clara rely heavily on their commercial air conditioning systems to maintain a comfortable environment for employees, customers, and equipment.

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When Do I Replace My Air Conditioner in Saratoga?

When Do I Replace My Air Conditioner in Saratoga?

May 15, 2025

Sometimes, life moves incredibly fast. You could have sworn you just bought your air conditioner. But lately, it doesn’t seem to be working so well.

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What’s That Smell Coming From My AC at Startup?

What’s That Smell Coming From My AC at Startup?

April 24, 2025

As the temperatures begin to rise in Saratoga, many homeowners are firing up their air conditioners for the first time in months. But what if, instead of a refreshing blast of cool air, you’re hit with an unpleasant smell?

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What Is an Air Handler? Service Man Working on Furnace.

What Is an Air Handler?

April 15, 2025

The same goes for a heat pump. The outdoor unit might be in perfect working condition. Still, the heating and cooling process stops without an indoor evaporator coil, connecting refrigerant lines, and a fan to blow conditioned air through ductwork.

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