What Are the Benefits of Ductless Air Conditioning?

July 24, 2014 | Air Conditioning

Ductless Air Conditioning offers a solution for homes in which there is no ductwork. Sometimes, ductwork installation is difficult due to the layout of a home; for example, many older homes cannot support the ductwork required for a modern central air conditioning system. Rather than go through the hassle of trying to modify their entire […]

Options to Consider When Replacing Your Air Conditioner

July 10, 2014 | Air Conditioning

Unfortunately, your Air Conditioning System may not last forever. Even with regular maintenance, our AC will eventually become less efficient that it was the day it was installed. If you’ve had to make frequent air conditioning repair services recently, you may be time for a new system. Today, there are many affordable and energy-efficient options […]

How Does Routine Maintenance Prevent Future Air Conditioner Repairs?

June 13, 2014 | Air Conditioning

A lot of people think of Air Conditioning maintenance is the same as Air Conditioning repairs, and indeed most companies that offer air conditioning repair also offer maintenance. But there are a few subtle differences. Maintenance appointments are designed to minimize the risks of more serious repairs later on down the line, as well as […]

Reasons You Need to Regularly Change Your AC’s Air Filter

May 30, 2014 | Air Conditioning

Every air conditioner has an air filter, whether it be a standard replaceable model or an elaborate system outfitted with UV lights and the like. Its purpose is simple: to collect dust, hair, and similar bits of debris before they enter your system. Most air filters are designed to be replaceable, meaning that you should switch […]

Save Energy and Improve Home Efficiency with a New AC System

May 16, 2014 | Air Conditioning

Do you want to cool your home more efficiently this summer? Call the Washington air conditioning technicians at Black Hills Inc, Heating & Air. We offer installations for high-efficiency AC systems, as well as other home energy tips and ways to save on cooling costs. We’ve put together a few tips that can help you […]

How Duct Cleaning Improves Air Quality

May 12, 2014 | Air Conditioning

You may not realize how much dust, dirt, and other debris can become trapped inside the ductwork that runs through your walls and ceiling. Because ductwork remains mostly out of your sight, you won’t notice the thick layers of dust that will begin to cost the interiors of the ventilation shafts after only a year […]

What Does “Sizing” an Air Conditioning System Mean?

May 7, 2014 | Air Conditioning

If you’re in the market for a new air conditioning system, you’ve probably heard salesman talk about the right “size” air conditioner for your home. But what does “sizing” an air conditioning system mean? It isn’t a reference to physical size, though that could enter into the equation depending on the space you have available […]

Why a Cracked Heat Exchanger Means You Should Replace Your Heater

March 12, 2014 | Heating

When does a gas furnace reach the point where it no longer needs repairs, but instead needs to be replaced? One of the major signs that a furnace has come to the end of its service is a cracked heat exchanger—which is a serious safety issue. Installing a new gas furnace requires technicians with the […]

Why Heating Repair Matters So Much at the End of Heating Season

March 7, 2014 | Heating

The weather in Washington is still chilly enough that we’ll need to use or heaters for another few weeks before we can expect the spring thaw. But that warmer weather will be here sooner than we think.  If your heater has repair needs, you may feel tempted to let them go and wait until you […]

3 Problems Caused by a Faulty Thermostat

February 13, 2014 | Air ConditioningHeating

The modern thermostat is just a small part of your heating and cooling systems in your home, the thermostat plays an enormous role. It must stay in good repair and operating conditioning for your HVAC system to run the way you need it. Often, thermostat malfunctions are mistaken for faults in other parts of a […]