Arizona Climate

Extreme heat (often 110°F+) makes refrigeration systems work much harder, potentially increasing runtime by 30-40%. This accelerates wear on compressors and other components. Proper maintenance and adequate ventilation are essential in our climate.

Yes, monsoon season brings three main challenges: power surges from lightning, sudden humidity increases, and dust storms that can coat condenser coils. Surge protection and post-storm maintenance are important.

Phoenix has very hard water (200-300 ppm), which causes scale buildup in ice makers, dishwashers, coffee machines, and steam ovens. This requires more frequent descaling and filter changes than in other regions.

Yes, we recommend quarterly condenser coil cleaning in Arizona versus the annual cleaning typical elsewhere. Desert dust accumulates quickly and significantly impacts cooling efficiency, especially during summer.

You have options: leave refrigerators running at slightly higher temperatures with doors closed, or turn them off, clean thoroughly, and leave doors slightly ajar. Turn off water to ice makers. We recommend a professional check before summer if leaving during peak heat.

Outdoor-rated appliances can survive but need extra attention. Provide shade when possible, maintain more frequently, check for heat damage before summer, and consider covering units when not in use. Indoor-rated appliances should not be used outdoors.