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Video – Should I Set My Thermostat to ON or AUTO?

February 27, 2020

On most thermostats, you can choose between On or Auto for your fan setting. On tells your HVAC unit to run its fans all the time, even when the air isn’t being heated or cooled. Auto means the fan only runs when your air is being treated. It might be a good idea to try…

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What Accessories Can Help With My Indoor Air Quality?

February 14, 2020

In modern society, average adults spend nearly all their time indoors at work or at home. In fact the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reports this amount of time reaches upwards of 90 percent for most people. That puts the importance of good indoor air quality at a whole new level.  Our West Mechanical team…

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Video – Why Does My Furnace Smell Like Gas When I Turn It ON?

January 24, 2020

You turn on your furnace, and you smell gas. What should you do? First assess what the smell most likely is, and you may not need to call anyone. Of course, if you’re still nervous because you just don’t know, turn off your furnace and give one of our highly trained technicians a call at…

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Why Isn’t My Furnace Heating My Entire Home?

January 15, 2020

If your furnace seems to be producing heat inconsistently around your Bellingham home to you, you’re not alone. Many homes have varied conditions from room to room causing spotty heating or cooling. On cold days, this can be a nuisance. For example, you may be confined to only a few rooms in your home. Or…

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Happy New Year from West Mechanical

December 31, 2019

From all of us at West Mechanical we will you and your family a happy new year and wish blessings for you in the new year.

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Video – Why Is My Furnace Blowing Cold Air?

December 27, 2019

There are a few things to check in your home in the case that your furnace is blowing cold air, such as your thermostat settings, air filter, and your home’s ductwork. If you can’t figure out the issue, give us a call at 360-734-7599 and we will inspect your furnace.

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What’s That Smell Coming From My Furnace?

December 17, 2019

If your furnace is producing a strange smell, you should always treat it with caution. While the cause for the odor may be benign, it could just as easily be harmful to inhale. When in doubt, always open windows to ensure ventilation, and evacuate your Washington home. For your convenience and protection, our West Mechanical team…

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The Phaseout of Your AC’s R-22

November 1, 2019

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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5 Reasons to Schedule a Fall Furnace Clean and Check

October 15, 2019

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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How to Maintain Your Ductless Heating & Cooling System

September 17, 2019

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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