Tankless water heaters (also called on-demand water heaters) save a lot of energy by heating the water as it flows through the device instead of storing water and keeping it heated all the time. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, “Water heating accounts for about 18% of your home’s energy use and is…typically the […]

Recently, we saw a question online from someone who was trying to decide if it was a good idea to move ahead with a heat pump installation. The gist of the question was this:  Heat pumps look pretty amazing on paper. Are they really as good as they look? Dean Schmidtke, our co-owner and general […]

On the fence about signing up for a yearly preventive maintenance HVAC plan?  Careful. If you sign up, there are some important things you could lose if you opt into yearly maintenance.  When a service pro comes out yearly to check your heating or cooling system, here’s what you’ll probably have to give up. You […]

A leaking furnace is, understandably, a cause for concern. You might expect a water heater to leak. But a furnace? What’s the story? High-Efficiency Gas Furnaces Produce Water Every furnace has a heat exchanger. Typically, it’s a metal component that works with a blower to transfer heat from the furnace to the air in your […]

During the hottest months of summer, it can be challenging to figure out how to keep dogs cool, especially without A/C. But there are some key things you can do to help keep your pooch happy and healthy, even when we’re experiencing extreme heat.  Here’s what you can do to keep your furry friend nice […]

You may have heard that the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) of 2022 offers money back to taxpayers when they install energy-saving HVAC equipment.  Is it true? Yes. Federal tax credits are available now. But even more savings may be available to you once Washington State rolls out its rebate program. Here’s what we know so […]

There are two cooling options in the HVAC world: an air conditioning unit or a heat pump. Both will cool your home and keep you more comfortable when it’s hot outside. The one you choose will depend on a number of factors, including your geography. Air Conditioners Work Well In Super-Hot Climates An air conditioning […]

People with asthma and allergies sometimes feel like there’s nowhere they can breathe freely. But controlling indoor air quality with your central air system can actually help with allergy and asthma symptoms — if those systems are up-to-date and well maintained.  We spend 90% of our lives indoors. As our indoor areas have become more […]