by Family Air News | Dec 1, 2016 | General
Improve the safety, comfort and energy efficiency of your house by taking advantage of the TEP Efficient Home Program incentives. It’s easy! Just call Family Air ~ a participating contractor and request a heat pump/air conditioner efficiency screening. Family Air... by Family Air News | Nov 1, 2016 | General
Well, we are finally starting to see fall-like weather here in Tucson which means winter is just around the corner (maybe!).  It is still a good practice to make sure your home will be ready when the cold temperature hits. Here are some tips for you to prepare:... by Family Air News | Sep 12, 2016 | General
As fall approaches in Tucson, the weather change also brings on those dreaded allergies. Here are some things you can do to help protect yourself at least while you are inside your home! Your air conditioner can protect you from the outside elements and is definitely... by Family Air News | Aug 9, 2016 | General
SEER is probably the least understood concept. It stands for Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio, but that probably doesn’t help you much. The SEER rating is the resulting number that is applied to an air conditioner. Therefore, the higher the SEER rating then the more... by Family Air News | Jun 28, 2016 | General
General Thermostat Operation You can save as much as 10% a year on cooling by simply keeping your house warmer than normal by 7°-10°F when you are away and setting the thermostat to 78°F (26°C) when you are at home and need cooling. Set your thermostat at as high a... by Family Air News | Jun 7, 2016 | General
June is going to be a hot one for us in Tucson. Here are some ideas on how to not go broke with high AC bills: Plant a leafy tree around your home’s exterior. This will provide shade for your home and planting them around or over your air conditioner could increase...