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What your AC wants you to know about the Monsoon!

Air Conditioners and Humidity

A common saying in Arizona which is frequently used is, “but it’s a dry heat!” Well that doesn’t always apply during the monsoon season. Prior to 2007, the start of the monsoon was defined as when the dew point for 3 consecutive days is 55 degrees or higher. This means that the air holds more moisture than usual.  Air conditioners are designed to remove this humidity  from the air. This water or condensation flows through PVC tubes to the outside of the house. You’ve probably noticed them on the side of your house. Now what happens if they don’t work?

What you need to know about condensation lines

Air conditioners have condensation lines that allow the water to be removed from the air handler typically found in the attic. You’ll notice two sets of outlets or pipes on the wall on your house.  The primary condensation line(s) are usually closer to the ground. The secondary or back up line(s) are usually higher and closer to the roof line.

When there is enough moisture in the air which happens frequently during the monsoon, the primary condensation line is providing a path for the water that has condensed.   This is normal and proper.  If or should I say when the primary line(s) become clogged, the water flows out the secondary line(s) that are located higher.  If you see water coming out the higher or secondary tube(s), it means the primary line is clogged and it is time to call your AC technician.   When both are clogged, you can expect a leak on the ceiling underneath your secondary overflow pan directly under the air handler.

Bottom line: become familiar with the location of both your primary and secondary condensation lines and check them periodically. Early to mid-July would be a perfect time and then throughout the summer.  When the monsoon comes and the humidity in the air increases you’ll be
able to see where the water is exiting.  As I mentioned,  water coming out the lower one is the way it’s supposed to be, if it’s coming out the higher one, call the AC person quickly.  If you have rental properties, an occasional visit would be a good decision because tenants will probably not be as attentive as the homeowner.

So while you may think that your AC is working just fine because it’s keeping you cool, don’t forget about the condensation lines that must be in working order or you’ll have a mess to clean up for something that could have been easily avoided.

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$1,495,000 :: 3054 E PORTOLA VALLEY Drive, Gilbert AZ, 85297

5 beds, 5 baths
Home size: 6,087 sq ft
Lot Size: 22,651 sq ft
Added: 08/11/17, Last Updated: 08/11/17
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: 5645729
Community: WHITEWING AT HIGLEY
Tract: WHITEWING AT HIGLEY
Status: Active




Listed with Sterling Fine Properties


Brought to you by Gordon Baker, Remax Alliance Group. Call me today at 480-326-8571, or visit my website at www.myhomeinaz.com/!


$235,000 :: 818 E STOTTLER Drive, Gilbert AZ, 85296

3 beds, 2 baths
Home size: 1,423 sq ft
Lot Size: 4,356 sq ft
Added: 08/11/17, Last Updated: 08/11/17
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: 5645751
Community: LINDSAY AND WARNER
Tract: LINDSAY AND WARNER
Status: Active


Charming and well-cared for, 3 bed, 2 bath property located in the heart of Gilbert! Tastefully decorated, this home features a neutral interior, including tile & wood laminate floors & faux wood blinds throughout. The spacious kitchen is equipped with stainless steel/black appliances, granite countertops, pantry & a breakfast bar, overlooking the open living and dining areas. Inside the master bedroom you will find a full bath and a large walk-in closet. Relax in the professionally designed backyard that includes a covered patio, artificial grass and low maintenance plants. 2 car garage features built in cabinets. This beautiful home is perfectly located just 2 miles from the popular downtown area, near award winning schools and close to both the 202 and 60 freeways. Don't miss this one!

Listed with Keller Williams Integrity First


Brought to you by Gordon Baker, Remax Alliance Group. Call me today at 480-326-8571, or visit my website at www.myhomeinaz.com/!


$215,000 :: 1335 S BRIDGEGATE Drive, Gilbert AZ, 85296

3 beds, 2 baths
Home size: 1,363 sq ft
Lot Size: 6,534 sq ft
Added: 08/11/17, Last Updated: 08/11/17
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: 5645754
Community: RAY RANCH UNIT 2
Tract: RAY RANCH UNIT 2
Status: Active


Looking for a new place to call home? Then this gorgeous 3 bed, 2 bath property now for sale in Gilbert is just for you! Featuring, 2 car garage, dining and living areas, and neutral paint, you simply can't miss out on this one.The elegant kitchen offers ample cabinet and counter space, quartz counter tops a walk-in pantry, matching appliances, and recessed lighting. Inside the fabulous master bedroom you will find a private bath and a spacious walk-in closet. The expansive backyard includes a cozy covered patio, grass area and is perfect for spending a warm summer afternoon! Opportunities like this don't come often, hurry and schedule a showing today!

Listed with Keller Williams Realty East Valley


Brought to you by Gordon Baker, Remax Alliance Group. Call me today at 480-326-8571, or visit my website at www.myhomeinaz.com/!


$268,500 :: 4090 E RUSTLER Way, Gilbert AZ, 85297

3 beds, 2 baths
Home size: 1,611 sq ft
Lot Size: 6,534 sq ft
Added: 08/11/17, Last Updated: 08/11/17
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: 5645744
Community: POWER RANCH NEIGHBORHOOD 2
Tract: POWER RANCH NEIGHBORHOOD 2
Status: Active


This 3 bedroom/ 2 bath property has been well-maintained by the original owners. Both the interior and exterior of the home has been freshly painted. The interior is two-tone paint and tile floors are through-out the home. Enjoy your eat-in kitchen and breakfast bar looking out over the expansive great room with vaulted ceilings. The master bath has separate tub and shower, double sinks, walk-in closet and vaulted ceilings. The spacious backyard resort has plenty of grass and natural gas built-in BBQ and firepit. The property is situated in the nationally acclaimed Power Ranch community with miles of walking trails, fishing lake, huge pool, volleyball and basketball courts, soccer fields, and rec center. Convenient to dining, shopping, hospitals and schools.

Listed with Realty Executives East Valley


Brought to you by Gordon Baker, Remax Alliance Group. Call me today at 480-326-8571, or visit my website at www.myhomeinaz.com/!


$375,000 :: 1723 E COTTON Court, Gilbert AZ, 85234





4 beds, 2 baths
Home size: 2,903 sq ft
Lot Size: 7,405 sq ft
Added: 08/11/17, Last Updated: 08/11/17
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: 5645667
Community: VAL VISTA MEADOWS
Tract: VAL VISTA MEADOWS
Status: Active


Gorgeous UPDATED 4 bedrm + Huge loft/gameroom. Master bedrm downstairs w/exit. Large secondary bedrms. Neutral tile in all the right places. Kitchen w/maple cabinets, island/beakfast bar, desk and bay window and pantry. Opens to soaring family rm w/entertainment center. 2'' blinds throughout. Garage has cabinets, epoxy floors, plumbed for sink. Soft water system. Pebble-tec pool w/waterfall. Great yard for those fun family times. Kitchen, bathrooms and flooring recently UPDATED. Crown molding and recessed lighting added to most of the rooms. Most of the windows UPDATED to Low E. 1 AC unit UPDATED IN 2012. Solar panels are leased thru Solar City. Buyer qualify for lease and transfer prior to COE. Close access to freeways and shopping. THIS VERY POPULAR FLOORPLAN. THIS IS A MUST SEE HOME.

Listed with Arrow Property Management


Brought to you by Gordon Baker, Remax Alliance Group. Call me today at 480-326-8571, or visit my website at www.myhomeinaz.com/!


$324,900 :: 710 E WASHINGTON Avenue, Gilbert AZ, 85234





3 beds, 2 baths
Home size: 2,109 sq ft
Lot Size: 12,632 sq ft
Added: 08/11/17, Last Updated: 08/11/17
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: 5645648
Community: PARK GROVE ESTATES AMD LOT 5-6
Tract: PARK GROVE ESTATES AMD LOT 5-6
Status: Active


If you've been waiting for a great home in the heart of Gilbert, this is it! Captivating Park Grove Estates has been the place to live for 3 decades & it's popularity is still as strong today, Bike to downtown Gilbert to enjoy all it has to offer, this home is located on over a quarter acre of land & boasts of impeccable amenities, an open floorplan, granite in the kitchen,Spacious Family Room, fireplace, luxurious dining room, Large Master Suite & walk-in closet, extra pantry & oversized garage & the Heating/AC system is only 2 years old! The large covered patio with built-in eating area is perfect for family & friends to gather, the landscaping on this huge lot is AMAZING! Sparkling Pool,open green space,Garden area,Firepit,multiple gathering areas & Dog run, this home will go quickly!

Listed with United Brokers Group


Brought to you by Gordon Baker, Remax Alliance Group. Call me today at 480-326-8571, or visit my website at www.myhomeinaz.com/!


$597,280 :: 2943 E AUSTIN Drive, Gilbert AZ, 85296





4 beds, 3 baths
Home size: 3,021 sq ft
Lot Size: 9,147 sq ft
Added: 08/11/17, Last Updated: 08/11/17
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: 5645646
Community: WARNER GROVES AT MORRISON RANC
Tract: WARNER GROVES AT MORRISON RANC
Status: Active


Spectacular 8 month old Semi-Custom home, this 4 Bdrm 4 bath single level home with an Office is gorgeous. Enormous Quartz Custom Island w/Crushed Granite Sink make this Kitchen a pleasure to Entertain. Eat In Kitchen and Great Room brings everyone together. 10 foot Ceilings and Elegant color palette makes this a HOME. Separate Vanities in the Master Bath and a inviting garden Tub with a Custom Tiled Shower gives you Spa privileges at home. Low Maintenance Backyard with a 5 Hole Putting Green gives a serene oasis. RV Gate and Parking for your toys and 3 Car Tandem Garage makes this a must see. Custom Pavers and huge front porch with Community Volleyball, Basketball, and Playground this is an ideal neighborhood. Close to the San Tan Freeway, lots of shopping, schools and entertainment.

Listed with JDR REALTY


Brought to you by Gordon Baker, Remax Alliance Group. Call me today at 480-326-8571, or visit my website at www.myhomeinaz.com/!


$799,000 :: 6446 S HONOR Court, Gilbert AZ, 85298





6 beds, 4 baths
Home size: 4,432 sq ft
Lot Size: 23,522 sq ft
Added: 08/11/17, Last Updated: 08/11/17
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: 5645589
Community: SEVILLE PARCEL 10B
Tract: SEVILLE PARCEL 10B
Status: Active


Welcome to this entertainer's dream, semi-custom, CASITA home with MOUNTAIN VIEWS, resting on OVER A 1/2 ACRE all in a quite CUL-DE-SAC. Approaching the home you will notice a quaint courtyard inclusive with great lighting and a soothing fountain with separate entrance to the guest quarters casita. Upon entering the house the 14' tall soaring ceilings & a wrought iron and wood staircase are captivating all before the grand formal living and dining room with picture windows of your back yard sanctuary. This entertainer's kitchen is complete with granite counter tops, GE Profile appliances, walk-in pantry and an eat-in kitchen all while taking part of the open floor plan to the family room and fireplace. The master bedroom poses high ceilings & LARGE walk-in closet. The master bath has a

Listed with My Home Group Real Estate


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$399,900 :: 2945 S PALM Street, Gilbert AZ, 85295

3 beds, 1 bath
Home size: 2,341 sq ft
Lot Size: 10,454 sq ft
Added: 08/11/17, Last Updated: 08/11/17
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: 5645699
Community: ALLEN RANCH PARCELS
Tract: ALLEN RANCH PARCELS
Status: Active


Private Cul-de-sac lot situated next to the park to access the full court basketball court, tot lot, and grass for days. This Single Level home is DIALED-IN and UPGRADED for the most Distinguished Buyer. 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 3 car garage, pebble tec swimming pool with water feature, New Trane multi-speed AC, extra storage cabinets t/out, Space-maker built in office w/piece Brizo fixtures, Upgraded 2nd bathroom w/glass enclosure walk in shower, Classy Closets: hall storage cabinets & garage cabinets, insulated garage doors, Reis home energy upgrade: new duct/more insulation/grills-register, Walk-in second pantry, New water softener & water heater. Too much to list...

Listed with Century 21 Arizona Foothills


Brought to you by Gordon Baker, Remax Alliance Group. Call me today at 480-326-8571, or visit my website at www.myhomeinaz.com/!


$279,000 :: 4097 E WAGON Circle, Gilbert AZ, 85297

4 beds, 2 baths
Home size: 1,754 sq ft
Lot Size: 6,969 sq ft
Added: 08/11/17, Last Updated: 08/11/17
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: 5645703
Community: POWER RANCH NEIGHBORHOOD 2
Tract: POWER RANCH NEIGHBORHOOD 2
Status: Active


Beautiful, move in ready single story home located across the street from a park in the award winning Power Ranch. This home features 4 bedrooms and 2 baths with an upgraded kitchen including granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances, all open to the family room. Large master bedroom with full master bath including a separate bathtub and shower along with a walk in closet. The backyard is absolutely beautiful with artificial turf and a gorgeous swimming pool. RV gate on the side of the home along with a 2 car garage. You must see this spacious single story home!

Listed with Keller Williams Realty East Valley


Brought to you by Gordon Baker, Remax Alliance Group. Call me today at 480-326-8571, or visit my website at www.myhomeinaz.com/!




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