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Why Buying a Heat Pump Instead of a Furnace Makes Sense. Senior Man And Woman Sit Outside Their House And Smile At The Camera Holding Pot Plant.

Why Buying a Heat Pump Instead of a Furnace Makes Sense

December 15, 2023

Want to heat and cool your Olympia home, fight climate change, and save money—all at the same time?

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4 Factors to Consider When Buying a Heat Pump

August 17, 2022

So you are looking to invest in a heat pump. You are not alone––many Americans are making the switch to heat pumps. 

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5 Things You Should Know About Geothermal Maintenance

5 Things You Should Know About Geothermal Maintenance

April 18, 2022

At Pacific Air Comfort, our heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) professionals regularly maintain geothermal heat pumps and witness firsthand the benefits of regularly maintaining your system.

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How to Determine Heat Pump Efficiency

December 14, 2021

You might have seen assorted abbreviations like HSPF or SEER, but what do they actually mean? Well, here is a guide to determining heat pump efficiency.

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Why Is My Heat Pump Freezing Up?

January 16, 2021

Our team at Pacific Air Heating & Air Conditioning regularly gets calls about frozen heat pumps. Though common, a heat pump freeze-up usually means your system’s components are not working correctly. Sometimes you can fix it yourself. But oftentimes, you will need to call a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) professional, like us, as the problem may require a part replacement or complex repair.

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Heat Pump Maintenance Tips

November 13, 2020

Most of us tend to take our heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems for granted. As long as they are working, it’s easy to go on day after day without thinking about them. But, like most other things, taking care of your HVAC system through regular maintenance is critical to keeping it in good working order.

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Transitioning Your Heat Pump

April 4, 2020

One reason Washington 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.  Our Pacific Air Heating & Air Conditioning team…

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Why Is My Heat Pump Making Loud Noises?

May 16, 2019

Just like any home appliance, heat pumps can be expected to make some level of noise. Unusually loud noises, however, typically indicate a problem with…

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How Can I Get My Heat Pump to Last Longer?

February 8, 2019

Heat pumps can last around 15 years, but your HVAC unit’s lifespan is dependent on several factors. Here are 5 steps you can take to make it last longer…

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Why Is My Heat Pump Turning On and Off Frequently?

December 17, 2018

Why Is My Heat Pump Turning On and Off Frequently? However, internal errors can cause them to run extremely inefficiently. When your unit turns on and off continuously, this can drive up your energy bill significantly and damage its parts, leading to both repairs and part replacements. This phenomenon is known as short cycling. When…

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