AC Emergency! What to Do (and Not Do) When Your System Dies in a Heatwave
When your AC suddenly quits, taking the right first steps can prevent further damage and get you back to cool comfort faster.
July 7, 2025
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When your AC suddenly quits, taking the right first steps can prevent further damage and get you back to cool comfort faster.
It’s the hottest day of the year, and your air conditioner just quit on you. Sound familiar? MightyServ is here to help!
When temperatures soar, your first instinct might be to throw open every window and door – but there’s a better ancient method.
September in Los Angeles is like that friend who says they’re leaving the party but keeps hanging around for “just one more hour”…Summer heat simply refuses to call it quits.
When wildfire smoke fills the LA air, your AC system becomes your first line of defense for keeping your indoor air clean and breathable. September through November is wildfire season in Southern California. Recent years have shown us that smoke can travel hundreds of miles to mess with air quality throughout Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley. The January 2025 fires alone destroyed over 12,300 homes and forced 200,000 people to evacuate. You can’t control what’s happening outside, but you can definitely protect your indoor air quality. Your family’s health depends on it. The Reality of Wildfire Impact The Eaton and Palisades fires are now some of the worst wildfires in California history. During the worst days of the January 2025 fires, twelve air quality sensors near the fires showed PM2.5 levels in the “Hazardous” range. That’s scary stuff. EPA stations detected bad PM2.5 levels reaching “Unhealthy” and “Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups” in downtown LA and Compton. And that’s not just an outdoor problem. How Smoke Gets Into Your Home Wildfire smoke doesn’t stay outside. Those tiny particles slip through windows, doors, and even small cracks in your house. Once they’re inside, smoke particles can stick around for days
When it’s 75 degrees outside but your air conditioner won’t stop running, the problem might not be what you think.
We might think our mild climate means cheap heating bills, but inefficiency can cost you more than you’d expect!
Here’s something worth being thankful for: if you’ve been putting off upgrading your home’s systems, there’s still time to save big!
When it comes to keeping your home’s air clean and healthy, one of the most important factors to consider is your HVAC system’s air filter. Specifically, understanding the Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value, or MERV rating, can help you make the right choice for your home in Canoga Park, San Fernando Valley, and surrounding areas. This guide breaks down what MERV ratings are, why they matter, and how they can improve the air you and your family breathe. What Is a MERV Rating? The MERV rating system was created by the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) to measure the effectiveness of air filters. It ranges from 1 to 20, with higher numbers indicating filters that can trap smaller particles more efficiently. For example: Why MERV Ratings Matter for Canoga Park and San Fernando Valley Homes The mild climate in Canoga Park and the San Fernando Valley comes with unique air quality challenges. Seasonal wildfires, vehicle emissions, and dust can all contribute to poor indoor air quality. Choosing the right MERV-rated filter is crucial to addressing these issues and protecting your family’s health. For example, during wildfire season, smoke particles can infiltrate your home even if windows and
The recent wildfires in the Los Angeles area have left many families concerned about the air they breathe. Even if you’re miles away from the flames, wildfire smoke can significantly impact indoor air quality (IAQ) in nearby areas, including Canoga Park and the San Fernando Valley.