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How to Hire an Electrician

January 25, 2024

At Ben’s Heating & Air Conditioning, we strive to keep our Portland customers educated and informed about the latest trends and changes in the plumbing, electrical, and HVAC industries. We value the trust you place in us and promise to work hard to keep your business!

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How to Reduce Dust in Your Home

January 11, 2024

At Ben’s Heating & Air Conditioning, we know how important clean indoor air quality is for your home. Our team specializes in offering whole-house solutions to keep you and your loved ones healthy, comfortable, and safe throughout the year.

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How Do I Keep My Heat During Extreme Cold Weather?

December 20, 2023

We receive countless calls every time the temperatures drop below normal ranges, as homeowners here in Oregon City encounter problems with their home’s heating system. With the record-low temperatures and extreme conditions most of the country is currently experiencing, our Ben’s Heating & Air Conditioning professionals want to share some insights and tips with you to keep your indoors cozy while Old Man Winter blusters away outdoors.

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What’s That Smell Coming From My Furnace?

December 8, 2023

If your furnace is producing a strange smell, you should always treat it with caution. While the cause for the odor may be benign, it could just as easily be harmful to inhale. When in doubt, always open windows to ensure ventilation, and evacuate your Portland home.

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How to Lower Your Winter Heating Bill

How to Lower Your Winter Heating Bill

November 17, 2023

Ben’s Heating & Air Conditioning wishes more of our Oregon customers knew about the simple ways to cut heating costs during the winter. Some require a small financial investment, but some are free and incredibly simple with a little diligence. 

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Why Is My Heat Pump Blowing Cold Air?

October 27, 2023

When it comes to staying warm during the cold winter months, folks in Portland love their heat pumps.

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How To Fix A Heat Pump Blowing Cold Air

October 13, 2023

When it comes to staying warm during the cold winter months, folks in Portland love their heat pumps. Fast, reliable, and cost effective to use, heat pumps are a popular choice in the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) industry.

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When Should I Get Fall HVAC Maintenance

September 29, 2023

Fall is the ideal season to schedule a much-needed checkup. For starters, your heating equipment has been hibernating all summer. Once you switch off the air conditioner (AC), your heater needs to be primed so that your Portland home stays warm and cozy this winter.

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Wildfires and Indoor Air Quality

September 12, 2023

As wildfires continue to spread across California, Oregon, and other parts of the country, this is an appropriate time to think about improving the indoor air quality (IAQ) of your Portland home or business. Even if you and your loved ones are unaffected by the ash and smoke, these fires remind us all of the importance of fresh air.

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Do Ductless Mini Splits Help Indoor Air Quality?

August 18, 2023

Remodeling projects are fun, but what happens when you are trying to remodel a room without ductwork—such as your attic, basement, or garage? A ductless mini split provides you with a flexible solution.

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