The Clean Air Act Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Air Conditioning’

Scheduling Professional Air Conditioning Maintenance: What to Expect

Monday, June 5th, 2023

If you’re not familiar with air conditioning maintenance, you may wonder what to expect during your first scheduled appointment. AC maintenance in Beaverton, OR is a great way to care for your air conditioner so that it can last for much longer than the average lifespan and be more energy efficient.

Call us anytime to schedule your AC maintenance appointment. In the meantime, keep reading to learn more about what to expect during AC maintenance so that you are prepared. Even though there’s nothing you have to do to get ready for our visit, it’s always nice to know what to expect. 

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How Clean Ducts Help Your AC

Monday, May 8th, 2023
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Your air conditioner has to work together with other components in your home to provide adequate heating and cooling. Some of these other components include your thermostat and your network of ducts. Today we are sharing more about the importance of having clean ducts for efficiency and comfort when it comes to air conditioning your home this summer. 

If you haven’t scheduled a duct cleaning in Portland, OR, in the past few years, now is a great time to do so. You might be surprised by how much dust and dirt can get trapped inside your air ducts. Keep reading to learn more about the benefits of duct cleaning and how clean ductwork can help your air conditioner. 

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What Happens During a Tune-Up

Monday, April 24th, 2023

If you haven’t had an AC tune-up in the past year, now is a great time to schedule one. You can make sure that your AC is in great condition for the coming summer. But what should you expect during an AC tune-up appointment?

The short answer is, our team checks everything from top to bottom, inside and out. We get detailed with everything when it comes to AC maintenance in Clackamas, OR. You can keep reading to learn more about exactly what we do so you know what to expect at your next AC tune-up.

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Best Practices For Using Your Thermostat

Monday, August 15th, 2022

air-conditioning-serviceYour thermostat is the translator between you and your AC unit. You let the thermostat know what temperature you want the house to be and then the temperature translates those commands to your air conditioner so it can get to work.

It makes sense that you’d want to know how to use the thermostat in a smart way so that you can get the best effectiveness and efficiency from your air conditioning in Portland, OR. But is there really a “best” way to use your thermostat? We’d say there is.

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7 Ways to Enjoy Better AC Efficiency

Monday, August 16th, 2021

There is always room to improve our habits and a reason to improve our home efficiency. Even if you have a highly efficient AC system, there are things that you can do to help improve the efficiency of your system and your home overall. You deserve to enjoy an efficient AC that can cool your home reliably without creating huge energy bills or burning itself out early. We want to give you some tips to help you achieve that balance.

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4 Ideas to Help You Enjoy Summer

Monday, July 5th, 2021

Summer is finally here in Portland. The pools are open, schools are out, the weather is warm, and fruity drinks are flying. Are you excited about the summer each year but end up doing the same old boring stuff? We have a few exciting ideas that you can consider trying this summer to make it more interesting and enjoyable. And, as always, we can help you enjoy your time at home too with some great air conditioning services.

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How to Help Your AC Operate Efficiently

Monday, May 24th, 2021

ductless-heat-pumpHaving a powerful system in your home for air conditioning in Portland is one thing; making sure that this system is able to keep you cool in an efficient manner is another. The thing is, you need to make sure you have both effectiveness and efficiency when you are trying to keep your home cool.

But aside from selecting an air conditioner with a high energy efficiency rating, how else can you ensure that your system operates efficiently? Believe it or not, there are several things you can do to help reduce the amount of energy your AC uses to keep your home cool. These are great tips to know so you can get the most out of your AC while spending the least amount of money on your monthly bills.

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What Can I Do to Care For My AC System?

Monday, July 20th, 2020

blue-question-markYour air conditioner is important for keeping your home comfortable. Without it, things would be just as bad indoors as they are outdoors. Knowing how important your AC is to your home comfort, you may be wondering what you can do to keep it in great condition.

The first thing you can do is make sure you schedule timely professional air conditioning services with our team of technicians. Professional maintenance and repairs are your best defense against early breakdowns and discomfort. With that said, there are a few small things you can do to help reduce the stress your AC might encounter.

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Signs You Need Air Conditioning Repair

Monday, April 16th, 2018

air-conditioning-repairWith summer on the way, you’re going to be using your air conditioner more and more often in the coming weeks until you’re running it all day every day. Air conditioning repair issues have a way of sneaking up on you if you let them.

The good news is that many air conditioners display signs of trouble before they break down. Here’s always the chance of something unexpected happening, of course, but if you can spot the symptoms of trouble early enough, you might be able to stop a big problem while it’s still small. Now is the perfect time of year to plan such an operation: when the weather is still relatively cool and you have time to schedule the repairs at your leisure.

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Upgrade Your Air Conditioning System Before Summer Hits

Monday, April 2nd, 2018

air-conditioning-fansSpring is here, and summer will be along before you know it. Prudent homeowners will give their air conditioning systems a close look sometime this spring. It will help your unit function more effectively, and cut into those high summer bills.

If you have something more radical in mind, you might look into an upgrade or two to your system. These are options that can lower your energy bills, allow more precise cooling power and generally make your home more comfortable. If that sounds like something your home could use, now is the time to talk about an installation.

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