Has your home been feeling like a sauna lately? Do you find yourself waiting and waiting for relief after turning on your AC? You might wonder if there's a typical timeframe for your air conditioning to cool your home.  Cooling times vary based on several factors, but one thing's certain — it shouldn't take all day to feel comfortable again. How Long Should Your AC Actually Take to Cool Your Home? Your AC system needs time to lower your home's temperature, especially during a heat wave. Most homes should feel noticeably cooler…

If you’ve noticed your AC unit frequently turns on and off in short bursts, you might be dealing with an issue known as AC short cycling. This not only affects your comfort but can also increase your energy bills and put undue stress on your air conditioner, potentially leading to early failure.  At Henley’s Plumbing & Air, our family has been tackling HVAC challenges like these since 1983 to keep local homes comfortable year-round. So, what causes short cycling? And what professional fixes can restore the efficiency and functionality of your system?…

Think about your HVAC systems. There's quite a collection of parts working together to keep your home comfortable. From the outdoor condenser unit to the maze of ducts running through your walls and ceilings, each component plays a very specific role.  You might be familiar with your thermostat or have changed an air filter, but some parts remain out of sight and mind. The air handler might not be a component you can picture right away, but we almost guarantee you've seen it before. It's a very, very important part of your…