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06JanJanuary 6, 2020

5 Common Household Products That Pollute Your Home’s Air

When we hear of pollution, rarely do we consider the air inside our own homes. That’s because pollutants such as greenhouse gases and pesticides are all lurking around outside. The scary truth is that studies by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency have found that indoor levels of pollutants may be two to five times higher than outdoor levels. There’s more— the leading sources are coming from everyday household items that you’re likely to be using. Our pros at Legacy Air are...

Indoor Air Quality

09DecDecember 9, 2019

5 Heating Mistakes That Are Costing You

Our coldest month is upon us, which means many of you are doing your due diligence to cut down on costs. After all, according to Energy Star, your heaters account for the largest part of your utility bill. But in your efforts to save, you may stumble upon misinformation that leads you astray. Has anyone told you that you can conserve energy by closing the doors to rooms that don’t need to be heated? Unfortunately, that’s wrong, along with a lot...

Heating

02DecDecember 2, 2019

6 Signs It’s Time for a New Furnace

Here in Las Vegas, we’re known for our bustling nightlife, top-notch entertainment, glamorous hotels, and our sweltering summers that reach the triple digits. The last thing you’re associating the city with is winter. But if you’ve been a resident long enough, you know that come December, the temperatures drop down low and a functioning heater is essential for staying warm. At Legacy Air, your comfort is our top priority, and we’re focused on making sure you stay that way for...

Heating

21AugAugust 21, 2019

What Causes an Air Conditioner to Freeze Up?

An air conditioner unit with freezing pipes doesn't necessarily mean the cold air is getting into the house. Several different culprits may be causing the freeze-up and inability to move cooled air into the home where it belongs. Find out more about how your AC system works and how to troubleshoot this common issue. How Does an Air Conditioner Make Cold Air? It's helpful to know the general operating principles of an air conditioning unit, so you know the functions of...

Air Conditioner

09AugAugust 9, 2019

Can I Mix Different Refrigerants?

You’re wondering if you can mix different refrigerants for your air conditioning system. The short-long-only answer is no, never. There are many reasons why it’s impractical, illegal, and not economical for a homeowner to mix refrigerant types. CFC-type refrigerants like R-22 – the most popular in the United States by far – are a single type of refrigerant. CFC stands for chlorofluorocarbons. These refrigerants contain chlorine, fluorine, and carbon. HCFC, a “replacement” refrigerant used in place of R-22, is also made up...

Air Conditioner

12JunJune 12, 2019

How To Use A Swamp Cooler

Evaporative cooling is one of the best possible ways to save electricity in the summer when temperatures rise to their peaks and your home AC just can’t keep up. Swamp Cooler is the popular name for an evaporative style cooling system. There are swamp coolers big enough to cool an entire home and portable swamp coolers that are perfect for cooling one room at a time. There are even entirely non-powered swamp coolers that you can take with you...

Swamp Cooler

29MayMay 29, 2019

What Is The Difference Between Commercial And Residential HVAC System?

Regardless of whether summer is heating up your space or chilly weather has come around again, your comfort depends upon your HVAC system. It is important to understand the differences between commercial and residential HVAC systems in order to know what you should expect from each one. Here are seven main differences comparing the two. POWER Because commercial spaces tend to include a great deal more square footage as well as serving a greater number of people, their HVAC systems require more power than do...

Commercial Refrigeration

24AprApril 24, 2019

How Do I Size My HVAC System?

The last thing you want to face in your Las Vegas home or office between May and September is air conditioning malfunction. That’s not to say that an absentee heating unit on a cold December night is any more welcome. Vegas’ desert climate definitely runs to extremes, which is why it’s critical to have a properly sized HVAC unit installed. An inaccurately sized HVAC unit has consequences that can quickly become much more than just an inconvenience. It leads to...

HVAC Maintenance

25MarMarch 25, 2019

Frequently Asked Questions About Ductless Ac Systems

When you’re choosing an air conditioning system for your home, you want to be certain that you invest in the most dependable, efficient model possible. Central air conditioning systems can be an excellent choice for most homes, but if you live in an older house that lacks ductwork, installing one of these systems can be both expensive and time consuming. For houses without existing air ducts, the best option is installing a ductless AC system, which you may have also...

Air Duct

11MarMarch 11, 2019

Adapting To The Phase Out Of R-22 HVAC Refrigerant

As summer rolls around and temperatures begin to rise, homeowners start to focus on getting their air conditioning systems up and running. Among the common spring air conditioner maintenance tasks is topping off or replacing the refrigerant. The refrigerant used in HVAC systems manufactured before 2010 is a fluorocarbon known as R–22, or more commonly, Freon. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations began phasing out the use of R–22 refrigerant in 2010 with the goal of banning its use entirely by the year...

Air Conditioner