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Install a High Efficiency Air Conditioner for Benefits beyond Energy Savings

As air conditioners improve in performance and design, the standards for energy-efficiency continue to rise. In fact, if your air conditioner was manufactured as recently as 2006, it might not even meet the current federal efficiency standards for newly-manufactured cooling...

Last Updated: November 1, 2018

4 Essential Components of a Proper Air Conditioner Installation

If you’re installing a new and more efficient air conditioner in your home, there are many great things you can look forward to: improved comfort levels, lower energy bills and more. But the only way you can ensure that you...

Last Updated: November 1, 2018

Freon Prices will Skyrocket this summer. What are your Options for Dealing with it?

A big change is underway in the HVAC industry that will affect many of our customers in the Coachella Valley. The use and manufacturing of R22 Freon is being discontinued, and the costs of replacing the refrigerant are skyrocketing. Hyde’s...

Last Updated: November 1, 2018

5 Home Improvements That Will Make Your Home More Energy Efficient

Homeowners nowadays are more energy conscious than ever. Not only are people interested in lowering their utility bills, but they are also looking for ways to conserve natural resources and lower their homes' overall energy footprint. As it turns out,...

Last Updated: November 1, 2018

How to Choose the Right Air Filter for the Air Conditioner in Your Coachella Valley Home

If you've ever walked through the air filter aisle in your local hardware store, you might have been overwhelmed by the all of the different options. Filters can vary in size, shape, media-type, efficiency level and more, and the filter...

Last Updated: November 1, 2018

Why is My Air Conditioner’s Air Not as Cold as Usual?

When your air conditioner is working properly, you grow accustomed to the temperature of the air that comes out of your vents. So it can be pretty easy to recognize when your system is underperforming. This usually starts when you...

Last Updated: November 1, 2018

Special Offer on a Peak Perfomance Agreement

Heating and cooling systems that have been properly maintained are far less likely to have problems, and that is why you should consider enrolling in a Hydes Peak Performance Agreement. Our Peak Performance Agreements include multi-point tune-ups for your cooling...

Last Updated: November 1, 2018

Ask the Expert – Barry Hyde

Q: Should I be concerned about indoor air quality? A: In a word, yes. Like most of us you think of your home as a safe haven, but it may not be. Hazardous pollutants can be found in indoor air;...

Last Updated: November 1, 2018

What is an Air Conditioner Drip Pan and What Can Go Wrong With One?

An air conditioner's job seems simple enough: cool down your air and keep your home comfortable. But the truth is that there are a number of things that happen behind the scenes in order to make the cooling process possible....

Last Updated: November 1, 2018

6 Signs it’s Time to Replace Your Air Conditioner

As a homeowner, one of the toughest decisions you’ll have to make about your air conditioner is when it’s time for a new unit. Although a new air conditioner can be a big investment, so can the costs of continuing...

Last Updated: November 1, 2018

Troubleshooting Tips for Short Cycling Air Conditioners in the Coachella Valley

One of the most welcoming things you can hear in your home on a hot day is the sound of your air conditioner turning on. When your system is starting up, you can be sure that cool and refreshing air...

Last Updated: November 1, 2018

Help! The Air Conditioner in My Coachella Valley Home Keeps Freezing Up!

We expect the insides of our air conditioners to be cold, but if your cooling system looks like the insides of a freezer, you likely have a problem on your hands. As it turns out, there are a few things...

Last Updated: November 1, 2018

Common Condenser Unit Problems to Look Out for In Your Air Conditioner

Air conditioners have indoor and outdoor components, and each one is equally important in the cooling process. The outdoor portion of your air conditioner is called the condenser unit, and it is susceptible to a unique set of problems due...

Last Updated: November 1, 2018

Why is it Essential to Change the Air Filter in Your Air Conditioner this Summer in the Coachella Valley?

Air conditioners don't require a whole lot of maintenance on the part of the homeowner. If you schedule a tune-up every year with Hyde's, we'll take care of most of the necessary maintenance tasks for you. That being said, there...

Last Updated: November 1, 2018

4 Ways to Increase Your Air Conditioner’s Life Expectancy

If you want your air conditioner to last as long as possible, there are a number of different things you need to keep in mind. Even if the same model of air conditioner is installed in two different homes in...

Last Updated: November 1, 2018

When Do You Need to Recharge the Refrigerant in Your Air Conditioner?

Refrigerant is the lifeblood of your air conditioner. The substance is responsible for absorbing heat from your home's air and carrying that heat out of your home. Without refrigerant, the cooling process simply would not work. Unfortunately, some contractors exploit...

Last Updated: November 1, 2018

What are the Risks of Running an Old Air Conditioner in Your Coachella Valley Home?

Your air conditioner is one of the biggest investments that you make in your home, and you likely want to get the longest possible life out of your system. But air conditioners don't last forever, and if you hang on...

Last Updated: November 1, 2018

What Thermostat Settings Should You Use When Your House is Empty?

Most people know that the lower you set your thermostat during summer, the more energy your air conditioner will use. That's why one of the best ways to lower your home's monthly cooling bills is to raise the temperature setting...

Last Updated: November 1, 2018

What to Think About When Switching From a Manual Thermostat to a Programmable Thermostat

Manual thermostats are extremely basic. Typically, the only thing you can do with them is change the temperature in your home, alter your fan's settings and switch between "heat" and "cool" modes. Some homeowners might enjoy the simplicity of manual...

Last Updated: November 1, 2018

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End-of-Summer AC Checklist

Easy Maintenance Tasks You Can Do Yourself With summer drawing to a close and a new school year on the horizon, it’s time to start...

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Condensate Leaks & High Humidity

Know How To Identify & Resolve A Condensate Leak In Your AC High humidity is uncommon in the Coachella Valley, but when it occurs it...

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About Your Southern California Edison Cycling Device

How to Tell When Your AC is Broken & When It’s Being Cycled Off by Your Utility Company During the summer, we get several calls...

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