As the calendar flips to a new year, the HVAC industry is ushering in a significant change: the introduction of new refrigerants. Starting January 2025, regulations under the American Innovation and Manufacturing (AIM) Act are driving a phasedown of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) like R-410A, a widely used refrigerant in residential and commercial HVAC systems.
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Heat pumps are very efficient, using up to 50 percent less energy than furnaces or baseboard heaters, according to the US Department of Energy.
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Furnace filters. They’re one of those items not really on the top of everyone’s minds, but they are important and can have a big impact. At Ben’s Heating and AC, we know with the right furnace filter, you can save money and improve your Portland indoor air quality (IAQ) in one fell swoop.
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Last Updated: March 2026 Heat Pump Service in Gresham’s Damp, Mild Climate Gresham, Oregon experiences cool, damp winters and relatively mild summers – conditions that make heat pumps an efficient and practical comfort solution for many local homes. Because heat pumps both heat and cool by transferring heat rather than generating it, they perform especially…
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Last Updated February 2026 When temperatures drop in Oregon City, a reliable furnace is essential for comfort, safety, and energy efficiency. Oregon City’s cold, damp winters place extended demand on heating systems from late fall through early spring – and when a furnace fails during peak cold weather, the consequences go beyond discomfort. Ben’s Heating…
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Just like your lungs are an important connection to the rest of your respiratory system, your home’s ductwork, or air ducts, are importantly connected to your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system.
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Most homes in Oregon and across the country are well-insulated, helping your heating and cooling system run more efficiently.
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The U.S. Department of Energy raised the minimum efficiency requirements for central air conditioners and air-source heat pumps starting in 2023.
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One way to improve your indoor air quality is to maintain your air ducts. If you live in a home with central air conditioning, the airflow circulates through these ducts. Keeping them well-maintained reduces the number of pollutants in the air and also helps your air conditioner (AC) and furnace operate more efficiently.
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Wintertime is here. That means your family will be spending more time indoors to stay warm.
Let’s face it: running your furnace gets expensive. Heating alone accounts for over 40 percent of the average American’s utility bill, according to a US Department of Energy (DOE) analysis [LINK: https://www.energy.gov/energysaver/heat-and-cool/home-heating-systems/]. Staying warm can be a costly proposition.
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