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How to Spot a Cracked Heat Exchanger. Caucasian male coughs in his elbow while sitting on sofa at home. Correct sneezing. Concept of stop spread of the virus.

How to Spot a Cracked Heat Exchanger

November 15, 2023

In your gas furnace, the heat exchanger is made of metal coils designed to absorb and transfer heat. The most common cause of a cracked heat exchanger is overheating. Issues that can cause overheating include poor maintenance, a clogged air filter, combustion problems, or worn-out pressure valves.

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5 Tips to Prepare Your Furnace for a Cold Winter. Man on couch with cold.

5 Tips to Prepare Your Furnace for a Cold Winter

October 31, 2023

The chilly winter weather is creeping up on us here in Portland. Now is the best time to ensure your home remains warm and cozy—no matter how cold it gets outside!

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Confused on How to Set Your Programmable Thermostat?

October 27, 2023

With all the options available for setting your programmable thermostat, it’s easy to get confused. Of course, this defeats the purpose of a programmable thermostat––it’s designed to for you to “set it and forget it,” making your life easier here in Beaverton. 

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Why Is Remodeling My Home in the Fall or Winter a Better Time? Female couple choosing swatch colors.

Why Is Remodeling My Home in the Fall or Winter a Better Time?

October 16, 2023

When you come out of winter’s hibernation, you are ready for a change. Warmer weather prompts many a project. You may begin a plan to get healthy, so you adopt new eating habits and exercise. Or maybe you decide to change up your nest. 

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Controlling Humidity in Your Home. Indoor Herb Plant Garden in Flower Pots by Window Sill.

Controlling Humidity in Your Home

September 15, 2023

At the height of summer, the weather can get quite sticky here in Oregon.

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Is It Normal for My AC to Turn On and Off?

August 31, 2023

When an air conditioner (AC) turns on and off in rather quick successions, without running for longer periods, this is called short cycling.

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AC Definitions

August 29, 2023

New to the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) world?

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Purchasing the Right Air Conditioner

August 25, 2023

You decided to part ways with your old air conditioning (AC) system. It is not always an easy decision to make.

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When Do I Replace My Air Conditioner?

July 24, 2023

Sometimes, life moves incredibly fast. You could have sworn you just bought your air conditioner. But lately, it doesn’t seem to be working so well. You check the box and are shocked to find out you’ve had it for a decade. Where did the time go?

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What to Know About Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

July 17, 2023

Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning is known as the silent killer for a reason—it can easily go undetected and cause illness and even death. It’s critical to learn how to prevent carbon monoxide leaks in your Gresham home—as well as what the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are in case you are exposed. Sun Glow, Inc.…

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