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No doubt you’ve heard of Freon®, the refrigerant gas used in your air conditioner. But maybe you haven’t heard of or made the connection with its generic name––R-22 (refrigerant 22), or HCFC-22 (hydrochlorofluorocarbon 22). And maybe you also haven’t heard that by the year 2020, it’s being phased out of usage here in the United…
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Once the cooler weather hits here in Bellingham this fall, you are going to want the inside of your home toasty and comfortable. This means turning on your furnace. Long before the first night you’ll want to use it, you should have your furnace cleaned and checked by a professional from West Mechanical. You may…
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A ductless, or mini-split, heating and cooling system is a splendid choice for your Washington home and a worthwhile investment. It offers many benefits, and you can enjoy them all for years to come if you maintain the system on a consistent basis. You definitely want to protect your investment. By not keeping up with the regular maintenance, you will shorten your system’s lifespan and greatly reduce how well it functions.
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Cool your home by opening the windows at night and save on your energy bill. The outdoor breeze will keep your home feeling cool.
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A major part of your health relies on getting a good night’s sleep. That’s why it’s not just important to run your air conditioner during the hot summer days. You also need to keep your home comfortably cool at night as well.
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Keep your windows closed day and night. This will keep your home cool and prevent your AC from using more energy.
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West Mechanical understands that air conditioning is crucial for comfort in your daily life here in Custer, WA. A well maintained AC unit, with yearly inspections and monthly filter changes, can last up to 10 or 15 years.
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Using natural light instead of artificial light inside is an easy way to save on your energy bill and keep your home cool.
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At West Mechanical, we’re often asked, “Do air conditioners kill off mold?” This is a common misconception. A properly maintained and functioning air conditioner (AC) can decrease the likelihood of mold growth. This is because it acts as a humidity balancer. But if mold forms, the air conditioner can’t prevent it from growing.
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It’s normal for your air conditioner to create some noise when running—that simply means it’s working. Although older units are typically louder than newer ones, all air conditioning noises are not the same.
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