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Do you have an older air conditioning system? Here in the Phoenix area, having a working AC is critical to your comfort, and soon older systems are going to be impossible to repair. The R-22 phaseout is here with the start of 2020, and that means your HVAC technicians can no longer get R-22 refrigerant.…

You probably have your list written out already – lose weight, finish that project, be more mindful. And while the Penguin team is all about the betterment of you and your livelihood, we also think your HVAC system deserves some attention this time of year, too! By just following a few simple steps and tricks,…

Thermostats have been around as long as mechanical heating and cooling systems, but today’s versions are more than just control panels for the furnace and air conditioner. Wi-Fi thermostats are equipped with extras that help you maximize comfort, safety, and efficiency. Here’s how you’ll benefit if you install a smart thermostat in your Phoenix home.…

Decorating for Christmas is a fun tradition for many! While lights and other holiday decorations can add a festive appeal to your Arizona home this Christmas season, electrical safety should always come first. Minimize the risk of fire and electric shock with these 12 electrical and lighting safety tips for Christmas. Buy the right tree:…

Your water heater makes cooking, cleaning, and bathing more convenient, but it can be a major inconvenience when it breaks down. If your water isn’t heating up, you may be able to troubleshoot the problem by understanding the top reasons why water heaters stop working. And if these troubleshooting tips don’t work—or you simply want…

Every Phoenix and Tucson homeowner deals with drain clogs from time to time. While clogged drains can be messy and frustrating, they’re often easy to fix—and easy to avoid. 4 DIY Tips for Unclogging Drains When your drains get the occasional clog, here are some things you can try to do to remove the blockage…

Are clogged pipes a regular occurrence in your home? Has soap scum become an honorary member of the family? If you answered yes to either of these questions, you may have “hard” water flowing through your home’s plumbing system. Hard water holds more minerals than ordinary water, dissolving calcium and magnesium at a much higher…

Off the top of your head, do you know the current state of your indoor air quality? For most homeowners, that’s actually a difficult question to answer — and that’s perfectly normal since your IAQ is something that can’t be seen by the human eye. However, if you start to feel allergy-like symptoms, notice the…

Here in Arizona, you can’t live comfortably without an AC during the hottest months of the year — but a bad smell coming from your vents can have you debating whether or not you should have to sacrifice your nose for cool air. If your air conditioner smells whenever you turn it on, there are…

The rumors are true: your air conditioner can last well over a decade, but you may unintentionally cut its lifespan short by ignoring warning signs and forgoing routine tune-ups. Protecting your AC’s life, and increasing its longevity, is all about prevention and maintenance. If you follow these steps, you’ll be able to keep your HVAC…