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Is HVAC Preventative Maintenance Worth It?

September 16, 2022
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Our West Mechanical professionals know the many benefits of preventative maintenance—it’s why we strongly recommend scheduling service.

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Listen to Your HVAC System

March 15, 2021
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Unusual sounds may indicate the need for a tune-up, cleaning, or repair. The experts at West Mechanical can decipher the noise and get your system back on track. They have the knowledge and experience it takes to keep your HVAC equipment running at peak efficiency and delivering the comfort you expect in your Bellingham home.

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Happy Holidays from West Mechanical

December 22, 2018
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West Mechanical wants to wish all of our heating and air conditioning customers in Bellingham and the surrounding cities, communities and neighborhoods a very happy holiday this year.

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Six Ways Your Furnace Keeps You Safe

November 29, 2018
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Your fuel-burning furnace has a number of mechanisms allowing it to run safely and effectively. These features prevent fires and protect your indoor air quality (IAQ). They also work to prevent internal errors from damaging large portions of your furnace. From our team here at West Mechanical, here are six ways your furnace is working…

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Happy Thanksgiving from West Mechanical

November 21, 2018
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You never know when your HVAC system will need to be repaired. That’s why we offer 24-hour emergency service, 7 days a week! Don’t suffer through a cold night or humid day just because it’s “after hours” or the weekend. Call us any time! And have a happy holiday!

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Furnace Filters

November 14, 2018
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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. With the right furnace filter, you can save money and improve your indoor air quality (IAQ) in one fell swoop. The primary function of your furnace filter is simply to…

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Video – Energy Saving Tip #1

September 7, 2018

Summer is an optimal time to cook outside! It is no secret that your oven will toast your house up and cooking on a cold day is nice sometimes, but in the summer it will warm your house up in an unnecessary way. Try to utilize the opportunity you might have to cook outside. Contact…

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Video – Replace Your Air Filter!

March 27, 2018

Change your Bellingham HVAC filters regularly, as recommended which is usually at least every three months. A good HEPA filter will catch the particles before they reach your lungs. There’s so much floating in the air our eyes can’t see and changing your filter as recommended makes all the difference. We are proud to offer…

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Troubleshooting your Bellingham Thermostat

March 20, 2018

If you have a furnace in your Bellingham home, more than likely you also have a thermostat that help control the temperature in your home. There are many things that can go wrong with your HVAC system over the years. Right now we are going to look at a few ways to troubleshoot your thermostat…

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All About Air Scrubbers

February 28, 2018

If you have a mind to pay attention while you’re visiting Aunt Minnie in the hospital or your friend Tom at his workplace, you’ll most likely find a hard-at-work air scrubber. They do an amazing job improving indoor air quality (IAQ). However, these air-filtration systems are not just for the workplace and can be found…

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