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4 Critical Furnace Safety Tips

March 6th, 2023

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Furnaces are highly efficient and heat your home up faster than an electric heater, but there’s a caveat: they’re potentially dangerous. At least, they can be if they’re not taken care of.

But how do you know if your furnace is safe in the first place? Contact a heating contractor in Battle Ground to inspect it for you, and follow these safety tips in the meantime.

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What to Expect With Furnace Maintenance

February 13th, 2023

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Your furnace has been alive and well for a while, but has it been okay for a suspiciously long time? You can’t really anticipate when a furnace is going to run into problems which is why annual maintenance is the best preventative measure against furnace breakdowns.

You should always call for furnace repair services when your furnace is on the fritz, but for now, let’s do what we can to make sure it stays in great working condition for as long as possible.

When you call for maintenance, this is what happens to your furnace and how you can expect the process to go (most of the time).

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Furnace Short Cycling: What It Is and Why You Should Worry About It

January 9th, 2023

gas-burnerThere are a lot of different problems that can afflict furnaces, some of which are more dangerous than others. There’s one furnace issue, though, which should always prompt an immediate call for repair. That problem is short cycling.

Short cycling doesn’t necessarily pose a threat to your health, but it can absolutely harm the furnace if it isn’t properly addressed in time. Read on to find out more about short cycling, what causes it, and why you should have it dealt with as soon as possible.

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Your Furnace Shouldn’t Be Making These 4 Noises

December 12th, 2022

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When you turn your furnace on for the season, you should be relieved. You can finally kick back and enjoy the warm air as the wind roars and the rain pours outside. That is, unless your furnace starts making these noises. Then, your peace of mind is ruined and you don’t even know what the problem is.

If these noises get bad enough, you’ll need furnace repair in Vancouver WA before long. Let’s talk about the four main noises that your furnace should not be making (at least, not to this extent).

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Is a Short-Cycling Furnace Dangerous?

November 14th, 2022

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Once a homeowner learns about what short cycling is, they wonder, “is furnace short cycling dangerous?” The short answer is “no,” but that doesn’t mean it’s something to scoff at.

There are a lot of different problems that can afflict furnaces, some of which are more dangerous than others. One furnace issue, though, should always prompt an immediate call for repair. That problem is short cycling. Short cycling doesn’t necessarily pose a threat to your health, but it can absolutely destroy the furnace if it isn’t properly addressed in time. Read on to find out more about short cycling, what causes it, and why you should have it dealt with as soon as possible.

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“How Can I Prevent Furnace Repairs?”

October 17th, 2022

technician-working-on-furnaceThe furnace in your home is a very durable heating system that is designed to work well in climates just like ours, keeping homeowners and their families warm and comfortable, year after year. This doesn’t mean, of course, that it will never need repairs though. A furnace is powerful and can be very efficient, but it can have problems if it’s not cared for adequately.

Outside of manufacturer error, natural wear, and tear, or a furnace that is over 15 years old, furnace repairs are actually quite preventable. Big and expensive repair needs are the most preventable since they usually come from a smaller repair need sitting neglected for months, or even years. Read on as we uncover some of the best ways to prevent costly furnace repairs.

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Improve Your Indoor Air Quality with This Installation

September 5th, 2022

woman-opening-curtain-in-nice-homeWhen you hear the term indoor air quality, what comes to mind? Perhaps you think about the temperature inside your home, or how powerful your HVAC systems are. These are certainly components of how good, or how poor, your indoor air quality is, but it’s not the end all to be all.

Indoor air quality is impacted by humidity, as well as how clean your air is. And without the right products and services in place, your indoor air quality can actually be worse than the quality of the air outside. But you can change this! How so?

With the installation of a whole-house air purifier. Read on to learn more!

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Why Professional Commercial HVAC Maintenance Is Important

August 8th, 2022

row-of-rooftop-hvac-unitsThe time for calling a professional to look at or maintain your commercial HVAC system is not when it breaks down. Instead, businesses should invest in regular maintenance and prevention programs to save money in the short and long term.

Of course, the problem for many is that potential issues go unseen for long periods of time. But, just because you can’t see them as they happen doesn’t mean that you won’t have something seriously go wrong eventually. A professional HVAC technician is trained to notice these potential issues early on and provide solutions before an extensive repair occurs.

This article discusses some of the main benefits of keeping up with your commercial HVAC maintenance.

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How to Make Your AC Last All Summer

July 4th, 2022

High temperatures, humidity, and long summer days make it essential to have the air conditioner running. Yet, running it all day and night is taxing for the system. It may also be difficult to manage the costs if the system is kicking on and running all of the time. How can you make sure your AC lasts all summer long, then? It’s always a good idea to have an annual inspection of your air conditioning in Longview, WA. That is just the starting point. There are a few things you can do all season long to ensure your system is operating efficiently.

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How to Increase Your AC Efficiency This Summer

June 6th, 2022

During the heat of summer, especially in Washington, there are fewer worse feelings than being stuck in a house where the AC isn’t working properly. Not only is it hot and miserable, but now you have to call someone to come fix it. Fortunately, as the weather starts to heat up, you can do some simple things to make sure your air conditioner is running as efficiently as possible.

Before calling for HVAC in Longview, WA, consider these tips to keep your home cool all summer long.

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