Plain-spoken answers.
Real stories.
Straight talk on heating and cooling, notes from the crew, and what we've been up to around the neighborhood and in the news.
The 12-point furnace tune-up we do every fall
Here's exactly what our mechanics check before Idaho winter hits — and why every step matters.
Understand HVAC: Inverter vs. Variable Speed AC Systems
Learn the differences between inverter and variable speed AC systems. Optimize your HVAC performance and humidity control for a comfortable home year-round.
Why is Frankie’s Triple C Tune Up™ for heaters Famous in Arizona?
A behind-the-scenes look at what really goes into Frankie's triple C tune-up for heaters.
Fix it Frankie® Family Membership Now Available for Property Managers and Commercial Units
Fix it Frankie® expands its Family Membership program to property managers, multi-unit properties, and commercial buildings 7.5 tons and under.
Forever-Free Family Memberships for Teachers, Military, Seniors, and First Responders
Fix it Frankie is launching forever-free Family Memberships for teachers, military, seniors, and first responders — and every paid membership helps us give back even more.
Fix it Frankie® Expands in Arizona with SunTech Air Acquisition
What changes, what stays the same, and how North Phoenix customers can reach the combined team.
Apollo Heating Rebrands to Fix it Frankie® in Boise
Apollo Heating is now Fix it Frankie® in Boise — same crew, same commitment, plus new membership perks, easier booking, and 24/7 emergency service.
Top 10 HVAC Questions Answered for Boise Homeowners
Boise homeowners ask us the same ten questions all year long. Here are straight answers on service timing, costs, system types, energy savings, and maintenance.
Ethel's Rules of Etiquette: How Frankie makes Ma proud
At Fix it Frankie®, Ethel's Rules of Etiquette aren't just manners—they're how we show up, treat people right, and make Ma proud on every call.
The secret behind the Fix it Frankie business
How Fix it Frankie became a household name in Phoenix and Boise.
Why your AC freezes up in the middle of July
Ice on the copper line is almost never the compressor. Here's the short list of what actually causes it.
When to replace vs. repair your AC (a plain-spoken guide)
A quick, honest framework for deciding whether your aging AC deserves one more repair or a proper replacement.
Meet Ethel — the reason we always call you back
She runs the office, remembers your dog's name, and is the real boss around here.
A day in the life of a Fix it Frankie Certified HVAC Mechanic: Summer Edition
From the morning huddle to the last service call, here's what a normal Tuesday looks like on the truck.