Pets bring so much joy and positivity into our lives. They inspire us to be kinder people, to take more walks with our dogs, to revel in relaxation with our cats, and they even provide health benefits. Did you know that cats purr at a frequency that promotes physical healing? And simply petting a dog can reduce your levels of the stress hormone cortisol. But we all know that pets can cause trouble, too!
They can chew your shoes, do their business in unexpected places, keep you up at night, and cause you sudden and unexpected veterinary bills. But did you know that pets can damage your air conditioner? They can cause some issues that might surprise you. Here’s what we mean.
As spring rolls in and summer brings the heat, you can’t forget about 
Have you ever been quoted a price for your home’s air conditioning repair and thought… this can’t be right? You’re racking up quite the bill trying to get your air conditioner working and you can’t understand what the disconnect is. We’re here to bridge the divide.
It’s not quite summer yet here in Boston, but we’ve had our fair share of warm weather already. If you’ve turned on your air conditioner and noticed that your air conditioner has had some issues, it’s time for you to schedule 
You’re having a cookout in your backyard and suddenly your AC unit begins making a horrible grinding noise. All eyes inevitably turn toward you wanting to know what that’s all about. Or maybe you have guests over for dinner, and horror movie-style squealing and shrieking begins coming out of the AC vents throughout your house. Once again, everyone will look to you as if to ask, “How could you let this happen?” Don’t worry: There are a variety of causes (and cures!) for these noises coming from your AC which we’ll cover below. 
Air conditioning season is just beginning, but soon enough, we’ll be in the grips of another heat wave, and when that happens, you need your air conditioner to work tirelessly for days or even weeks on end. (That’s one of the reasons why we recommend 
When trouble arises with your air conditioner, you need to move fast to get it repaired. Laymen should never attempt to repair an air conditioner themselves: it takes training and licensing, and components such as refrigerant can be actively dangerous if handled improperly. Your best bet in the face of trouble is to shut the system down and call in a professional service right away. But how can you tell which one is best suited for you? We have tons of HVAC repair companies in the area? How do you parse the good from the bad, especially in the face of a breakdown that could leave your home as hot as an oven in a matter of hours. Luckily, there are a few telltale signs that separate the merely adequate from the first-rate on this front. 
Spring is here, and that means summer will be here in just a few short weeks. If your 
