Polar Bear Air Conditioning & Heating Inc. Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Washington DC’

Furnace Maintenance Keeps Your Family Safe

Monday, December 9th, 2024
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Heating systems need maintenance! This can’t be emphasized enough. Routine service for your furnace will keep it running well, so your home is evenly warm and your utility bills don’t skyrocket. It will prevent the majority of repairs you would otherwise need. It will make it so your furnace can keep you cozy for many more years before it needs to be replaced! 

But there’s an even more important reason for furnace maintenance. Your top priority in life is the safety and wellbeing of your family. That’s our top priority, too! Some furnace issues can lead to safety hazards. Having your furnace inspected and maintained will prevent these problems and keep your family safe. Here’s how.

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How Heating Tune-Ups Prevent Expensive Repairs

Monday, November 25th, 2024
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To keep your heating system running, you can’t just have it serviced when something is wrong. For proper performance, you need to be proactive. Maintenance must be done every year. The amazing fact is that as long as you get that done, you can prevent 85% of the heating system repairs you would otherwise need! And there are other benefits, too.

You’ve certainly heard that maintenance is helpful. Maybe you’ve even heard that heating tune-ups can prevent expensive repairs. But do you know why? We’ll explain the details.

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Signs that Your Commercial Heating System Needs Repair

Monday, November 11th, 2024
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Owners of businesses or commercial buildings, you know that upkeep of your space is essential. Making sure the people who rent, work in, or visit your property have a pleasant time and are safe and comfortable means that they’ll stay longer, be more productive, spend more money, and recommend your business to others. And this time of year, keeping your heating system running is the most critical part!

Commercial heating isn’t quite the same as what you have in your home, but there are a lot of similarities. The most important thing is realizing as quickly as possible when something is going wrong, so you can address it promptly. Here are the common signs of trouble with a commercial heating system. If you spot these, schedule repair right away.

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Clues that Your Boiler Needs Repair

Monday, October 28th, 2024
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A boiler is a truly fantastic way to heat your home. These systems have been around for centuries for good reason! Did you know that a home heating boiler can last thirty years, as long as it receives regular maintenance? And did you know that in all that time, it will probably require very few repairs?

The problem is that when you’re accustomed to having your boiler work perfectly year in and year out for decades, it’s easy to forget to pay attention to it. Maintenance might slip your mind. And you may not even know what the signs are that your boiler needs repair! To refresh your memory, here are the clues to watch for.

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Our HVAC Maintenance Checklist

Monday, October 14th, 2024
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Autumn might be the loveliest time of year in our area. But don’t get so caught up in enjoying the weather that you forget what’s coming! You don’t want to be hit by winter when you haven’t gotten ready. One thing that really requires your attention during the fall is your HVAC system. Follow this handy HVAC maintenance checklist to make winter prep easy!

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All About Ductless Mini Split Installation

Monday, September 16th, 2024
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When it comes time to replace your air conditioner or heat pump, you probably have a lot of things to consider. One of the things that might come up, as you do research or discuss possibilities with friends or coworkers, is the concept of a ductless mini split. But if you’ve never seen a system like this, it might be easy to dismiss it without much consideration.

We believe that when you make a decision about your home, the way to have the most satisfying outcome is to have as much information as possible about your options. The more you know, the easier it is to make a choice that will keep you happy for the long term. So we would like to tell you all about the option of a ductless mini split, why you might want it, and what’s involved in the installation process.

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Don’t Forget Commercial HVAC Maintenance!

Monday, September 2nd, 2024
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When the HVAC system in a business or commercial property breaks down, it can cause everything to come to a screeching halt. Stores might need to close. Tenants might need to be put up in hotels! The financial impact goes far beyond the cost of repairing the HVAC system itself. That’s why it’s estimated that the average cost of an HVAC failure to a business owner is around five thousand dollars!

This is not something you should have to face. And with a little planning on your part, you can dramatically decrease the risk of anything going wrong with your HVAC system. Simply schedule regular commercial HVAC maintenance. The benefits are incredible. Here are the details.

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AC or Heat Pump Repair: Is There a Difference?

Monday, August 19th, 2024
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Is your heat pump relatively new? Have you never had a heat pump before? Or perhaps you’re simply curious, interested in possibly replacing your air conditioner with a heat pump? Whatever the reason, you’ve got questions. 

Yes, you can replace an AC system with a heat pump, but they aren’t the same, are they? Do they have different components? Do they have different maintenance needs? Do air conditioners and heat pumps have the same problems and require the same repairs, or are there differences? We’ve got the answers you’re seeking.

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Why Rooftop AC Units Are Ideal for Commercial Buildings

Monday, August 5th, 2024
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You don’t have to watch very many action movies before you catch sight of a row of rooftop AC units. They’re an ideal setting for a fight scene! Actors can dart between or hide behind them, and there’s usually a scary moment at the very edge of the roof. But if you’re not a fictional hero (or villain) you may not get an up-close look at them very often in reality. 

If you own a business or commercial property, though, you will want to know more about these fantastic systems. Why are rooftop AC units perfect for commercial buildings? What benefits do they offer? We can tell you all about it.

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What Maintenance Do Heat Pumps Need?

Monday, July 22nd, 2024
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Heat pumps are very similar to air conditioners in most ways. They operate on the same principle of absorbing heat in one location and moving it to another to be released. But there are some distinct differences.

Heat pumps and air conditioners do have some slightly different components and some slightly different maintenance needs. Read on for the details!

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