You probably already know about the advantages of ductless heating and cooling systems—and how they can significantly lower your Portland home’s carbon footprint while improving your indoor air quality (IAQ).
Continue ReadingOne reason Oregon homeowners love heat pumps is they function as an all-in-one unit. Instead of purchasing and maintaining a separate furnace and air conditioning system, you can simply transition your heat pump from the heat setting to the cooling setting and vice versa as seasons warrant.
Continue ReadingWant to heat and cool your Portland home, fight climate change, and save money—all at the same time?
Get a heat pump.
Continue ReadingIf you just turned on your furnace for the winter, your nostrils may detect a burning smell. If this is the case, you don’t need to panic yet. Furnaces collect dust over time, which is burnt off when you first turn on your furnace.
Continue ReadingIs your furnace blowing air without pause? If so, you’re probably feeling a bit concerned—and your Beaverton house most likely feels like an oven. On top of that, your utility bill will be considerably higher with your furnace constantly running.
Continue ReadingHere in Oregon, we’ve reached the season that makes you say, “Gosh, it’s so dark out. Is it really only six in the evening?” Before the days get too short, remember to check off heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) maintenance from your autumn to-do list.
Continue ReadingWhen the temperature gets low, your energy bill gets high. That’s because you spend more time indoors during the winter. And we don’t blame you—it can get pretty cold here in Oregon.
Continue ReadingAside from the professionals, like ours at Petra Heating & Air Conditioning, who really thinks about air conditioners and their components?
Continue ReadingThere are few things more annoying than running out of hot water in the middle of a shower. But do not fret if this happens. It is more than likely an issue with your hot water heater.
Continue ReadingYour air conditioner lives in your home full time—why not get acquainted with it nd start understanding your air conditioner. By understanding your air conditioner and your AC’s components and functions,
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