Winter Energy Savings: It’s Possible To Lower Your Utility Bills Without Spending A Fortune

While upgrading to a new high-efficiency heating and cooling system is the best way to increase energy savings in the long term, there are several other low-cost ways to lower your utility bills this winter without budgeting for a new HVAC system. Read More »

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Four Ways You Can Help Your HVAC System Run More Efficiently

Four Ways You Can Help Your HVAC System Run More EfficientlyIn today’s economy, you need all the money-saving ideas you can get. Heating and cooling costs are a major expense for most households; keeping your HVAC system running efficiently can help lower these costs and lengthen the life of your equipment. Read More »

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Frozen Pipes Can Mean Big Trouble — Take These Steps To Avoid The Problem

Temperatures can get pretty low in parts of Oregon, and if you have a vacation home or just plan to be away for a few weeks, you need to make sure you don’t come home to frozen pipes. Ice crystals are larger than water molecules, so frozen water takes up more space than it does when it’s a liquid. When this happens in a pipe, increased water pressure can cause frozen pipes to burst or crack, creating significant leaking problems. Read More »

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Why Ask For A NATE-Certified Technician? Here’s Why

Why Ask For A NATE-Certified Technician? Here's WhyMost industries have some sort of certifying body that requires their members to achieve a certain standard of excellence. This system both helps members promote their services, and more importantly, allows customers to know that their service provider is qualified. The organization that does this for the HVAC industry is called NATE (North American Technician Excellence). NATE-certified technicians have demonstrated their commitment to their craft, to their customers, and to providing excellent customer service. Read More »

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Uneven Heating Issues? A Zoning System Can Take Care Of That

If you only have one thermostat, you may be comfortable in one room, while another family member in a different part of the house simply can’t get warm or cool enough. This is because thermostats only respond to the air temperature in the room where they are located. Zoning systems can help eliminate this problem by putting multiple thermostats in different areas of your home. Read More »

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Boiler Replacement: What It Pays To Keep In Mind While You’re Shopping For A New Unit

Boiler Replacement: What It Pays To Keep In Mind While You're Shopping For A New UnitJust as buying a new furnace or air conditioner requires taking a number of different factors into consideration, boiler replacement is also a significant investment that should include some research. Boiler technology has probably changed a lot since the last time you purchased a heating system; look for the following criteria when shopping for a new unit: Read More »

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Compare The AFUE Ratings When You’re Selecting A Furnace, But Run The Numbers Too

AFUE ratings are important metrics to consider when purchasing a new heating system, especially if you live in an area with colder winters, like Polk and Marion counties. Selecting a higher-efficiency furnace means that more of the energy you consume will be converted to heat, which is friendlier to both the environment and your wallet. However, AFUE ratings are not the only factor you should consider when investing in a new furnace. Read More »

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Sure, You Have Carbon Monoxide Detectors, But Have You Put Them In The Right Places?

Sure, You Have Carbon Monoxide Detectors, But Have You Put Them In The Right Places?If you have carbon monoxide detectors in your Oregon home, you have taken an excellent first step toward protecting your family from this toxic gas. However, if these detectors are not located in the right places in your home, you may not be providing the best protection possible. Read More »

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Cold And Flu Season’s Here — Make UV Lights A Key Player In Your Battle Plan

The replaceable air filters in your heating system may be good at trapping larger particles like dust and pet dander, but when it comes to smaller living organisms like viruses and bacteria, they simply do not do the job. Higher efficiency technology such as HEPA filters may be able to remove these smaller particles, but they may also impede air flow and reduce energy efficiency in your heating system. A good solution to this problem is installing UV lights. Read More »

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Furnace Motor Efficiency Gets A High-Tech Boost

Furnace Motor Efficiency Gets A High-Tech BoostThere’s a good chance that the folks you meet at your next holiday cocktail party won’t be discussing furnace motor efficiency. But if they knew how much they could save on energy costs just by installing the latest technology in their home or office, they might be a little more intrigued by the topic. Read More »

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