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Ben's Heating & Air Conditioning
Hiring the right contractor is the single most important consideration when purchasing a new heating and cooling system. Not every contractor is a good contractor. Your home comfort, your budget and your home safety are all on the line so you want to make sure to hire the right HVAC contractor.
We have experience on our side. We have been providing heating and cooling installation and service in Oregon City, Gladstone, West Linn and Lake Oswego for over 25 years and we’ll be doing so for the next 25 years. Our reputation is everything to us and we know that when we make you happy, we also keep our good name intact.
Customer Testimonials
We love hearing from our customers! If you've had us work on your HVAC system we would love to hear from you too.
Gas Furnace Maintenance in Tualatin, OR 97062
“We have used Ben's services twice now – once to service our air conditioning unit and recently to service our gas furnace. Each time they were nice and prompt on the phone, arrived during the scheduled time (see note below) and did the necessary maintenance needed, nothing more. Never once did they try to upsell us or say we needed something we didn't. The service technicians are top notch! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!
The only negative thing I can mention (and it's not really that bad) is that they initially tell you over the phone a 4 hr window, but then they follow that up with an email which states a specific one hour window. So I thought our service would be during the one hr window in the email, but they actually came much earlier than that. So just a side note that it would be great if they could get their emails to more accurately reflect the estimated time of arrival.”
– Susan M.
Gas Furnace Repair in Oregon City, OR 97045
“Justin was on time, and very detailed in inspecting and cleaning the furnace. He educated me on what the issue was, and told me what I can expect moving forward with the life of the furnace.”
– David M.
Gas Furnace Repair in Tigard, OR 97224
“Aaron had a very difficult crawl space to enter into. He was very professional,
diagnosed our issue immediately, and will return when the equipment has arrived for replacement.”
– Teresa V.
Our Latest Article...
Your fuel-burning furnace has a number of mechanisms allowing it to run safely and effectively. These features prevent fires and protect your indoor air quality (IAQ). They also work to prevent internal errors from damaging large portions of your furnace.
From our team here at Ben’s Heating & Air Conditioning, here are six ways your furnace is working to ensure your safety:
1. Air Filters
This component protects your furnace’s internal parts and your indoor air quality. Air filters catch dust and debris, which would otherwise be circulated by your air ducts. Not only does dust make you sneezy, it can actually hurt some of the mechanical parts in your system over time. Remember to change your filter before it gets clogged, or else you’ll end up with a variety of problems due to poor airflow. Check your manufacturer’s recommendations to see how frequently you need to change it, though we typically recommend every month or at least every couple.
2. Thermocouples
These are sensors protecting you from gas leaks. If your pilot light won’t turn on, the valve is leaking gas into your home. Thermocouples use thermal imagery to detect a flame source. When the thermocouple doesn’t sense your pilot light, it will automatically shut down your furnace to prevent the harmful fumes from circulating.
3. Pressure Switches
These switches detect changes in pressure that could indicate an error in your heating system. One such error is called backdrafting. Backdrafting is when exhaust is reintegrated into your furnace instead of exiting through the flue. This can be potentially deadly to breathe and is indicatory of other problems within the system.
4. Rollout Switches
Rollout is when the burner flames become too hot, or too high, leading to fire hazards. This is often a symptom of a cracked heat exchanger. Rollout switches sit near the burners and shut the furnace off if things get too hot. This prevents a fire, as well as carbon monoxide (CO) production due to combustion.
5. Limit Switches
Limit switches “limit” the overall temperature of your furnace to keep it from overheating. Your heating system will a factory-designed switch to meet specifications for your particular make and model. Once the switch detects the temperature to be past a set peak (for example 200 degrees Fahrenheit), it will cut off the power to your system.
6. Flues
Your furnace flue is a pipe sending exhaust out of your home using a blower. Exhaust is deadly to breathe and may contain flammable gas. It’s important to be sure no obstructions exist within or near the pipe. Obstructions to the pipe restrict airflow and can cause backdrafting.
At Ben’s Heating & Air Conditioning, promoting home safety in Portland, OR is a priority! For more questions about your furnace, or to schedule service, you can reach us today at 503-233-1779.
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