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What’s That Smell Coming From My Furnace?

October 29, 2025

If your furnace is producing a strange smell, you should always treat it with caution. While the cause for the odor may be benign, it could just as easily be harmful to inhale. When in doubt, always open windows to ensure ventilation, and evacuate your Stayton home.

How to Reduce Dust in Your Albany Home

October 20, 2025

Everyone has it, and nobody wants it: dust. It might seem like a minor nuisance, but in reality, dust is no laughing matter, no matter the setting.

Transitioning Your Heat Pump Use Between Seasons

September 23, 2025

According to the US DOE, a heat pump can reduce your heating-related electricity consumption by up to 75 percent over furnace systems.

5 Reasons Why Regular HVAC Maintenance Is Essential

September 5, 2025

According to the U.S. DOE, a simple task such as changing the air filter on your HVAC system can improve efficiency by up to 15 percent.

Why Are They Called Ductless Mini Splits?

August 26, 2025

They’re called ductless mini splits because they don’t require ductwork and consist of two main components—a compact indoor air handler and an outdoor compressor—connected by refrigerant lines. This “split” design allows for efficient, targeted heating and cooling in specific areas.

Why Is My AC Blowing Hot Air?

August 15, 2025

It’s a hot day outdoors, and you are inside your Salem home waiting for your air conditioning (AC) system to kick into full gear.

3 Tips to Prevent AC Breakdown During a Heat Wave

July 30, 2025

An air conditioner is your lifeline during a prolonged heat wave.

This life-saving comfort system is a necessity when temperatures soar and linger in Albany, as they have under the heat dome that has scorched across Oregon.

Prepare for Hot Weather With an Air Conditioning Tune-up

July 9, 2025

July 17 is the coolest date on the calendar.

It marks National Air Conditioning Day, commemorating the work of Willis Carrier, the father of the modern-day indoor air conditioning system. It is the perfect time to put your feet up, chill out, and luxuriate in the cool comfort of your Oregon home.

Why You Need Whole-House Humidity Control

June 30, 2025

Everyone knows temperature plays a vital role in comfort and indoor air quality (IAQ).

Thermostat Settings: On vs. Auto

June 16, 2025

We all know the difference between the heating and cooling settings on a thermostat.

But what’s the difference between the On or Auto switch? How does this setting impact the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system in your Salem home?

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