Does an air conditioner help with allergies? In one word, yes. Actually two words, yes if. If you properly maintain the air conditioner. Air conditioners can help filter your home’s air and control its humidity, which are both helps in the allergy world. According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), it’s estimated…
Continue ReadingThe best time of year to have your AC serviced is spring, even if you reside in a locale with pretty warm weather all year long. Call (503) 233-1779 to make your appointment to have one of our skilled and knowledgeable technicians come out to your home to maintain your unit. It’s best to have…
Continue ReadingAt Ben’s Heating & Air Conditioning, we know what an investment your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system is in your home. That’s why time and time again we recommend regular preventative maintenance on all your HVAC units. You need to invest in your investment. We have had some of our Portland, OR, area…
Continue ReadingJust like a regular physical, a regularly scheduled maintenance appointment can help find and diagnose problems that would be otherwise invisible to you because the signs are not easily seen or heard. So often we notice problems only because we miss the benefit we lost when something stops working… To find out more, give one…
Continue ReadingA humidifier is a device that emits water vapor to increase the humidity in your home and battles the symptoms associated with cold weather. Cold weather can wreak havoc on your respiratory system, but it can also damage your wooden furniture or musical instruments. A humidifier combats all of these things by reintroducing the needed…
Continue ReadingYou turn on your heat pump, and you smell something burning. What should you do? Who should you call first, the Oregon City fire department or your HVAC technician? First, assess what the smell most likely is, and you may not need to call anyone. Of course, if you’re still nervous because you just don’t…
Continue ReadingSo you’re looking to invest in a heat pump. You’re not alone––many Americans are making the switch. Why? For starters, heat pumps are generally more efficient than a traditional heating or cooling system. What’s more, they offer both heating and cooling, so they’re versatile. At Ben’s Heating & Air Conditioning, we like to help our…
Continue ReadingThere are a few things to check in your home in the case that your furnace is blowing cold air, such as your thermostat settings, air filter, and your home’s ductwork. If you can’t figure out the issue, give us a call at 503-233-1779 and we will inspect your furnace.
Continue ReadingYour 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…
Continue ReadingA thermostat is a heat-activated switch. It has an internal temperature sensor that causes a switch to open or close. This switch completes or disrupts the electrical circuit that runs your heating and cooling system. It gauges the temperature and depending on the season will turn your HVAC on or off to heat or cool…
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