Understanding Your Heat Pump’s Defrosting Cycle
Understanding Your Heat Pump's Defrosting Cycle There’s something a little unsettling about standing outside on a frosty Seattle morning, watching your heat pump suddenly go quiet, or hearing it hum unusually, especially if you're relying on it to keep your home cozy. If your system seems to stop blowing warm
Read MoreSigns Your Air Conditioner May Be Low on Refrigerant
Signs Your Air Conditioner May Be Low on Refrigerant There’s nothing quite like stepping into a cool, comfortable home on a warm day. But when your air conditioner starts acting up—blowing warm air, making odd noises, or struggling to keep your home cool—it might be trying to tell you something.
Read MoreCan a Heat Pump Provide Year-Round Comfort in Seattle’s Climate?
Can a Heat Pump Provide Year-Round Comfort in Seattle's Climate? Seattle is famous for sweater-weather summers, damp winters, and the occasional January cold snap that catches us off guard. Because the Puget Sound region rarely sees triple-digit highs or sub-zero lows, we live in an HVAC sweet spot. That’s why
Read MoreWhy Does My Mini-Split Air Conditioner Smell Like Vinegar?
Why Does My Mini-Split Air Conditioner Smell Like Vinegar? Nothing wrecks a lazy summer evening faster than flicking on your ductless mini-split system and getting smacked with a sharp, vinegary smell instead of cool, clean air. One minute you’re dreaming of crisp, mountain-stream freshness; the next you’re wondering if someone
Read MoreWhat Can I Do When My Air Conditioner Is Blowing Hot Air?
What Can I Do When My Air Conditioner Is Blowing Hot Air? It’s the middle of a warm Seattle summer afternoon. You walk inside expecting a refreshing blast of cool air… and instead, your AC is blowing out warm air like it’s trying to toast the living room. Not ideal.
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