Guides
Guides for Arizona homeowners
Each guide cites its sources and draws on the tables on this site.
Cleaning a Pool After a Dust Storm or Monsoon in Arizona
How to clean an Arizona pool after a haboob or monsoon storm: debris, filter, chemistry and when to call a pro. Practical steps from sourced guidance.
Haboobs in Arizona: What Dust Storms Do to Your Home
What a haboob is, when Arizona dust storms hit and what they do to AC units, pools, roofs and solar panels, with National Weather Service safety guidance.
Hiring an Unlicensed Contractor in Arizona: The Legal Risks
What can go wrong when you hire an unlicensed contractor in Arizona, what the statute says and how to check a license first. Statute cited.
Home Work That Does Not Need a Permit in Arizona
Which common home jobs Arizona cities do not require a permit for, from each city's own rules, and why the answer still depends on your city.
Monsoon Roof Inspection in Arizona: What to Check and When
What to check on an Arizona roof after monsoon storms: tiles, flashing, leaks and attic signs, and when a repair or re-roof needs a permit.
Solar Panels at 115 Degrees: How Arizona Heat Affects Output
How extreme Arizona heat affects solar panel output and lifespan, with county days at or above 100 degrees from NOAA normals. Sources cited.
When Is Monsoon Season in Arizona? Dates and Home Prep
Arizona monsoon season runs June 15 to September 30. What it brings, county rainfall normals and how to prepare your roof, AC, pool and power.