When and Why You Should Schedule Professional Tune-Ups For Your Furnace

January 10, 2025

We’re officially in the winter season, and your heating system is working hard to keep you warm and comfortable. In order to keep things operating well, don’t forget about having regular tune-ups on your furnace. Not sure when you should do that? Fall and spring are the most common times to schedule professional maintenance appointments on your furnace. However, complete maintenance checks all year long! Here’s why you should schedule your tune-up appointment right away. Regular maintenance reduces the chance for a full system breakdown. Oregonians know how wet, windy, and cold the

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Why You Should Consider a Dual-Fuel HVAC System for Your Oregon Home

January 1, 2025

Are you looking for ways to improve your heating and lower your energy bills? You now have quite a few different options when it comes to upgrading your HVAC system, and some of the options are inherently better or have some big advantages over others. In terms of overall performance and energy efficiency, one of the best options is a dual-fuel HVAC system. This article will explain why that is as well as everything else you should know about dual-fuel HVAC systems and why installing one can be such a smart investment. What Is a Dual-Fuel

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Why You Need 24/7 Emergency HVAC Services in Portland, OR

December 6, 2024

In most cases, you’ll have some indication that your furnace is going to stop working soon or that your cooling system will need to be replaced. However, it’s possible that your furnace or air conditioner will stop working without warning, which can cause a number of problems for you, your family, and your home. Let’s take a deeper dive into why it’s so important to have access to 24/7 emergency service. You Can’t Schedule an Emergency If you knew when your furnace would stop running, you could schedule service before you experienced negative consequences. Unfortunately, your

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Can Rainy Days Impact My HVAC System?

October 3, 2024

Oregonians know all about the rain and love it or hate it, it’s here to stay for a while. Since you depend on your HVAC system to keep you warm on those classic blustery Pacific Northwest days, it’s important to know how rain can impact your machine. Keep in mind that rain shouldn’t be able to get into the internal components of your system. It’s meant to withstand all sorts of weather – icy days, rainstorms, and scorching heat. The manufacturer of your system seals and encloses electrical components so the rain

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A Homeowner’s Guide to Ductless Mini-Split Systems

September 4, 2024

One newer HVAC system that has gained a lot of popularity in the residential marketplace is the ductless mini-split system. As its name suggests, this system does not rely on traditional ducting to deliver treated air throughout your home. We’re going to go over what this type of HVAC system is and how it could be beneficial for you and your home. What Is a Ductless Mini-Split System? A ductless mini-split system is a type of HVAC system that can provide both heating and cooling for your home. It is comprised of an outdoor condenser unit

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Common Autumn HVAC Issues & How to Avoid Them

September 4, 2024

As we flip the calendar to September, many Pacific Northwesterners are looking forward to the cooler temperatures coming. This is in fact, one of the most beautiful times of year in Oregon! But because the autumn season brings a pretty wide range of outside temperatures – ranging from warm days to really cool nights – it’s common to see HVAC systems issues pop up. Whether you use furnace equipment or a heat pump, here are some common HVAC problems and how you can avoid them. Faulty Thermostat When temperatures change in the Northwest, you’ll need

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What You Should Know About Fall HVAC Maintenance

September 1, 2024

Kids are back in school, fall sports are in full swing, and the calendar is filling up with plenty of activities. Even though life gets busy every autumn, it’s important to make time to take care of your heating and cooling system. This ensures you’re kept comfortable all season long – no matter how much the temperature swings! Here are some important must-knows about fall HVAC maintenance. Change Your Air Filters Every Other Month As your system circulates air from the outside and brings it inside, your air filters capture dust, pollen, pet dander, and

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How to Keep Your Air Conditioning Efficient During Summer Heat Waves

July 8, 2024

We’ve officially turned the corner into summer heat and Oregon residents are finding ways to stay cool. If you are relying on your air conditioning system, it’s important to make sure it’s running at peak efficiency. Here are some key things to remember, so you can keep everything running well amid summer heat waves. #1: Schedule professional servicing. The best way you can keep your machine running at its best is with a professional maintenance appointment. Annual servicing also prolongs the life of the system. Our licensed and experienced technicians at Climate Control

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Finding the Right Commercial HVAC Professional for Your Business

April 15, 2024

A new HVAC system is a big investment, so it makes sense to choose your HVAC contractor carefully. It can be a hard choice, especially if you do not have experience with the HVAC industry. After all, HVAC work is complicated, and you often need technical knowledge to assess a contractor’s claims. The good news is that there are easy ways to narrow down your options. Your selection criteria should be simple. A good contractor needs to strike a balance between speed, quality, and price. As long as you keep that in mind, you can use a few simple tricks

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Energy Savings Tips for Earth Day 2024

April 3, 2024

At Climate Control, we believe it is important to steward the Earth well – and that goes beyond just being mindful of how we care for the environment around us. It requires action, too. Did you know that this year, Earth Day falls on April 22? As Earth Day approaches, we’ve listed a couple of simple ways you can save energy and do your part to reduce negative impacts on the Earth. Where should you start? Look no further than your heating and cooling system! #1. Schedule a professional

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