ACI Northwest Blog: Archive for August, 2015

The Importance of Tuning Up Your Heater in the Fall

Monday, August 31st, 2015

You might not be ready to run your heating system full-time just yet, but that doesn’t mean it’s too early to start thinking about services. Your heating system put in a lot of work last season, and you can expect some standard wear and tear to have developed. Professional heating maintenance, in which a professional cleans and adjusts your system, helps to reduce this wear and tear, making it easier for your system to run and giving you all of the following benefits.

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How Much Could You Lose During a Power Outage?

Monday, August 24th, 2015

When the power goes out in your neighborhood, you usually cannot tell how long you will have to go without it. A crew may be able to get it up and running in a matter of a few hours. But it’s not unusual for neighborhoods to be without any electricity whatsoever for an entire day and night, or even for longer.

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All About Heat Pumps

Monday, August 17th, 2015

Are you looking for the perfect home comfort system for a new home or to replace a broken down system? We may have the right choice for your new air conditioning and heating system. Heat pumps are becoming more and more popular in recent years, and we’ll tell you why in today’s guide.  

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Repair or Replace: Which Is Best for Your Air Conditioner?

Monday, August 10th, 2015

When your older air conditioner struggles to run, you are faced with a few tough decisions. The biggest question of all is tough to answer without the proper expertise: Is it worth it to repair the air conditioning system, or is it more cost-effective to invest in a replacement? We’ve put together a guide to when replacement may be the best option, but we always recommend that you consult with a local technician first.

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What You Should Know about the Air Ducts in Your HVAC System

Monday, August 3rd, 2015

The air ducts that act as a path from the air conditioning system to your living area are so important to your home comfort. Of course, without them, cool air would be unable to distribute to each of the rooms. But even a small issue within the ductwork can make a huge difference in your comfort.

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