Homeowners in Portland, generally favor heat pumps for their energy efficiency and dual heating and cooling capabilities. However, like any HVAC system, they can develop issues that impact performance.
Continue ReadingCongratulations, you’re planning to remodel your home! Breathing new life and comfort into your charming older house is a grand adventure, and you can count on our team at Petra Heating & Air Conditioning to be there every step of the way to help however we can.
Continue ReadingYour air conditioner (AC) can do several things––keep your Oregon home’s indoor air cooler than outdoor temperatures, help to keep indoor airborne allergens at bay, and help keep your home’s humidity low. But one thing it can’t do is kill mold.
Continue ReadingJuly 17 is the coolest date on the calendar.
It marks National Air Conditioning Day, commemorating the work of Willis Carrier, the father of the modern-day indoor air conditioning system. It is the perfect time to put your feet up, chill out, and luxuriate in the cool comfort of your Beaverton home.
Continue ReadingBusinesses in Beaverton rely heavily on their commercial air conditioning systems to maintain a comfortable environment for employees, customers, and equipment.
Continue ReadingFrom replacing air filters to scheduling maintenance, cleaning your cooling system can prevent breakdowns and keep your home comfortable.
Continue ReadingYou probably already know about the advantages of ductless heating and cooling systems—and how they can significantly lower your Portland home’s carbon footprint while improving your indoor air quality (IAQ).
Continue ReadingOne reason Oregon homeowners love heat pumps is they function as an all-in-one unit. Instead of purchasing and maintaining a separate furnace and air conditioning system, you can simply transition your heat pump from the heat setting to the cooling setting and vice versa as seasons warrant.
Continue ReadingWant to heat and cool your Portland home, fight climate change, and save money—all at the same time?
Get a heat pump.
Continue ReadingIf you just turned on your furnace for the winter, your nostrils may detect a burning smell. If this is the case, you don’t need to panic yet. Furnaces collect dust over time, which is burnt off when you first turn on your furnace.
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