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No one likes to spend more than they need to on electricity – especially in Hawaii.  Hawaii residents pay more per kilowatt than anyone else in the country. It’s important to cut costs anywhere you can without sacrificing comfort. What’s the most efficient way to run your AC?  Should you turn it off while you’re at work or just turn the temp up? What else can you do to ensure your AC is running in

A sunny afternoon in Hawaii may not always be ideal. The sweltering heat can bring discomfort, stress, or, worse, health risks. Installing an air conditioner in your Kauai, Oahu, or Kona home is the solution for comfort and improved indoor air quality. But before you make an AC purchase, you should first identify your needs and preferences. It is essential to ask: How big is the space that needs air conditioning? What is the right

With Hawaii having consistent warm weather throughout the year, having an air conditioning system inside homes has been the norm for many.  With temperatures reaching more than 90 °F during the summer, ACs have become a necessity more than a luxury in every Kona, Oahu, and Kauai household.  However, some families still skip the option of having an air conditioning system installed in their homes for fear of additional costs. While the cost of air

Living in Hawaii, we all have at least two things in common: we want to stay cool during the scorching summer days and we want to save money.  Hawaii residents already deal with some of the highest electricity bills (and cost of living) in the nation. Air conditioning is one of the biggest expenses driving up electric bills across the islands.  But should you run a ceiling fan with your AC unit? Will it keep

Those Hawaiian trade winds do more than keep you cool on sizzling summer days. They also bring you clean and fresh air! Living in Kona or on Kauai gives you access to some of the healthiest air in the country – possibly even the world. Unfortunately, the same can’t be said for indoor air quality. In fact, many common activities – even frying an egg for your loco moco – can trigger elevated pollution levels

Our Island Comfort trucks are stocked with common parts so our expert technicians can complete repairs as quickly as possible.  We might work fast but that also means you may forget to ask us some important questions about your HVAC system.  Our technicians aren’t just experienced, they’re also filled with industry knowledge!  Run through the list below. If something stands out, give us a call or ask us when we’re at your home for an

The current coronavirus lockdown in Hawaii means that large segments of the population are spending more time indoors than ever before. One of the most important things to have while being locked inside is healthy indoor air quality, but that is often not the case. Healthy indoor air quality is especially important for people with pre-existing or chronic medical conditions.   This lockdown has brought attention to the importance of an efficient air conditioning system. Although