If your furnace seems to be producing heating inconsistently around your Portland home to you, you’re not alone. Many homes have varied conditions from room to room causing spotty heating or cooling. On cold days, this can be a nuisance. For example, you may be confined to only a few rooms in your home. Or…
Continue ReadingYou turn on your furnace, and you smell gas. What should you do? 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 know, turn off your furnace and give one of our highly trained technicians a call at…
Continue ReadingIs your heating bill too high in the winter? Are you looking for ways to cut costs? There are a number of simple things you can do at home to save money. Some of them are bigger projects, but most are simple things you can do in your day-to-day life to help reduce your heat…
Continue ReadingA ductless, or mini-split, heating and cooling system is a splendid choice for your Oregon home and a worthwhile investment. It offers many benefits, and you can enjoy them all for years to come if you maintain the system on a consistent basis. You definitely want to protect your investment. By not keeping up with…
Continue ReadingThe central air conditioning system is a simple pleasure of everyday life. Your home should be a place where you can relax. On a hot summer day in Oregon City cool air is essential to your relaxation. If you take good care of your air conditioner with annual inspections and monthly filter swaps, it should…
Continue ReadingA major part of your health relies on getting a good night’s sleep. That’s why it’s not just important to run your air conditioner during the hot summer days. You also need to keep your home comfortably cool at night as well. At Ben’s Heating & Air Conditioning, we understand that depending on your air…
Continue ReadingUpgrade your HVAC equipment to help you save money on your monthly energy bills. Call us at (503) 233-1779 today for more information.
Continue ReadingAt Ben’s Heating & Air Conditioning, we’re often asked, “Do air conditioners kill off mold?” This is a common misconception. A properly maintained and functioning air conditioner (AC) can decrease the likelihood of mold growth. This is because it acts as a humidity balancer. But if mold forms, the air conditioner can’t prevent it from growing.…
Continue ReadingOn most thermostats, you can choose between On or Auto for your fan setting. On tells your HVAC unit to run its fans all the time, even when the air isn’t being heated or cooled. Auto means the fan only runs when your air is being treated. It might be a good idea to try…
Continue ReadingBen’s Heating & Air Conditioning understands that air conditioning is crucial for comfort in your daily life here in Gresham, OR. A well maintained AC unit, with yearly inspections and monthly filter changes, can last up to 10 or 15 years. How do I know if I need repairs for my unit or if I…
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