Air Conditioning Articles

3 Tips to Prevent AC Breakdown During a Heat Wave

July 30, 2025
3 Tips to Prevent AC Breakdown During a Heat Wave. Photo of a black air conditioning unit installed outside of a brick home.

An air conditioner is your lifeline during a prolonged heat wave.

This life-saving comfort system is a necessity when temperatures soar and linger in Antioch, as they have under the heat dome that has scorched across Illinois.

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Thermostat Settings: On vs. Auto

July 10, 2025
Thermostat Settings: On vs. Auto. Photo of a digital thermostat mounted on a wall with a blue light.

We all know the difference between the heating and cooling settings on a thermostat.

But what’s the difference between the On or Auto switch? How does this setting impact the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system in your Antioch home?

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AC Maintenance Checklist

June 25, 2025
AC Maintenance Checklist

Can you imagine a scorching hot day here in Trevor without air conditioning? During those dog days of summer, your air conditioning system can be your very best friend.

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Spring AC Maintenance Tips

June 14, 2025
Spring AC Maintenance Tips

Spring is finally arriving in Illinois! The days are getting longer, the flowers are blooming, and you’re probably already thinking about dusting off the patio furniture or tackling that messy garage.

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Does an AC Kill Mold?

May 30, 2025
Does an AC Kill Mold? Photo of a hand in a yellow rubber glove, wiping a blue wall or table with a pink cloth.

Your air conditioner (AC) can do several things––keep your Illinois 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

February 27, 2025
Comfort Cavalry HVAC technician installing a new air conditioner outside Antioch, Illinois, home.

July 17 is the coolest date on the calendar. It marks National Air Conditioning Day, commemorating the work of Willis Carrier, the father of the modern-day indoor air conditioning system. It is the perfect time to put your feet up, chill out, and luxuriate in the cool comfort of your Illinois home.

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