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HVAC technician installing a furnace air filter. This filter is not brand new but it is relatively clean, it was removed for inspection. This would be a typical filter style found in a high end newer house. The floor is epoxy painted concrete with traction chips and a floor drain.

What Are the Basics of Furnace Filters?

January 31, 2025

At Pacific Air, we know with the right furnace filter, you can save money and improve your Olympia indoor air quality in one fell swoop.

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Why Is the Furnace Pilot Light Going Out?

Why Is the Furnace Pilot Light Going Out?

December 23, 2024

If you ever hear your gas furnace turn on but cannot feel any warm air blowing from the vents inside your Washington home, chances are the pilot light went out.

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How to Lower Your Winter Heating Bill

November 29, 2024

Heating alone accounts for over 40 percent of the average American’s utility bill, according to a US Department of Energy (DOE) analysis.

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Group of friends having a joyful weekend. They are sitting on the floor, eating, drinking and talking.

How Do I Know When I Need a New Furnace?

November 15, 2024

Even if you have properly maintained your furnace, ENERGY STAR® recommends replacing your furnace if it is more than 15 years old.

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A winter blizzard rages outside the back yard bay window where this small, serene potted plant garden grows and blooms oblivious to the season. A similar is available in vertical/portrait orientation.

How Can I Lower My Heating Bill This Winter?

October 30, 2024

Enhancing your comfort is our goal. We’ll help you create the most pleasing atmosphere, all without causing any financial strain.

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Water damage in indoor at home caused by sewer backflow due to clogged sanitary drain.

What to Do When Your Furnace is Leaking Water

October 15, 2024

No matter what type of furnace you have in your home, our HVAC team can diagnose and repair it in no time.

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How Does a Gas Furnace Work? A father talks with his hands as he leans against the railing of his front porch with his preteen son and has a serious discussion.

How Does a Gas Furnace Work?

September 15, 2024

While you read on and learn more about a key component of your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system, please keep in mind our highly trained Pacific Air HVAC professionals are here to explain things in more depth and lend a hand with any furnace issue that arises.

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Video – Check Your Furnace Pilot Light

February 27, 2024

Your furnace may be blowing cold air because the pilot light has gone out. Call us at 360-357-4328 or request service online to have it properly fixed. This is indicative of a bigger problem that requires professional help.

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What Is a Dual Fuel Heating System? Women looking at device with serious expression.

What Is a Dual Fuel Heating System?

February 15, 2024

Pacific Air is happy to lay all the options on the table so you can make the best decision for your Olympia home. Here’s what you should know about dual fuel systems: 

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Why does my furnace smell like gas when I turn it on?

Video—Why Does My Furnace Smell Like Gas When I Turn it ON?

January 30, 2024

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.

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