Residential Heating & Air Conditioning Articles
If you live in the Seattle area then you know it can get cold, but it's not the mid-west kind of cold. It's a damp cold that can chill you to the bone. No one dies from frostbite in Seattle, we just grow webbed feet and wander around in the grey mist of winter. Let Fischer Heating and Air Conditioning bring some warmth back into your life with a new HVAC system designed specifically for your home. Don't suffer another day with a cold home, call Fischer today!
What Temperature Should I Set My Air Conditioner In Summer
So, what temperature should you set the air conditioner in summer? Recently, we’ve had one of our hottest summers in 140 years of recording temperatures. In fact, while 59.9 degrees Fahrenheit was the 20th-century average thermometer reading, the reading for June 2019 has averaged 1.71 degrees above that. Luckily, we have air conditioning to shelter…
Why Is My Air Conditioner Leaking Water
Is your air conditioner leaking water all of a sudden? Over 100 million homes in the United States have air conditioning. For the most part, they’re scattered over the southern part of the country where the heat rises to its hottest. In some cases, many HVAC systems and air conditioners leak water inside and outside…
How To Lower Humidity In Your Home During Summer
The top three things you can do to lower the humidity in your home during the summer are Get a Dehumidifier, Take a Cold Shower, Turn on the Fans. These three things can make a big impact on reducing the overall humidity in your home today. What do you like best about summer? Sitting outside…
Six Signs That You Have A Broken Furnace And How To Fix Them
Broken Furnace in Seattle can be pretty uncomfortable, especially if it gets down into the ’30s. And it’s on nights like this that you don’t want to wake up to find there is no heat. Fortunately, there are some signs you can look out for to let you know your furnace needs a bit of…
FAQ’s For Choosing The Right HVAC Company
When you’re searching for an HVAC company in Seattle, you shouldn’t have too hard time tracking one down. There are approximately 3.8k HVAC companies in the Seattle region today. This makes it easy for homeowners to find HVAC companies in their specific areas. Yet how do you find the right one for your needs? But finding…
Air Conditioning Sounds FAQs: Which Ones Should You Not Ignore
Over 87% of US homes have some kind of air-conditioning, and it’s a good idea to listen to your air conditioning sounds so you can notice when it makes a noise that’s unique or different. Air conditioning keeps us cool and comfortable. In fact, it is even known to have health benefits such as reduced asthma attacks and…
How To Prepare For Heat-Related Emergencies This Summer
This global heat wave trend can cause families to experience heat-related conditions and emergencies. These include: Heat cramps Heat exhaustion Heat stroke Don’t leave your family susceptible to these heat-related emergencies. Instead, our guide can prepare you for the scorching sun. Here are ten tips to help you prepare for this summer’s excessive heat. Get…
Why It’s Time To Kiss That Window Air Conditioner Unit Goodbye
Remember when you could live in Seattle and not really have to worry about turning on the air conditioner, with the exception of a few days out of the year? There would be that one week when it’s really hot, but otherwise, you didn’t really need to turn on the air conditioner or could survive…
12 Useful Tips For A New Air Conditioning System
When the summertime arrives, it can get quite uncomfortable, even inside your home. Thankfully, having a central air conditioning system can make your house nice and chill, but what if you’re new to having a new air conditioning system? Read on for 12 helpful and useful HVAC tips that will ensure your air conditioning system…
What To Expect During Your HVAC Duct Installation
Ensuring that your HVAC system is ready for summer is one thing. But, if you live in an area where summers are particularly hot and humid, then you’ll want to at least look into HVAC duct installation if you haven’t already. Upgrading your home with ductwork is a daunting task for many homeowners, but it…
Sweet Relief: How To Lower Your Air Conditioning Costs This Summer
A lower electric bill makes good financial sense and is a common desire for most homeowners in Seattle who currently consume, on average, a whopping 1037 kWh of energy every month. So, how can you minimize the consumption of energy, especially this summer? Well, the answer is in the extent of air conditioning costs your…
Seasonal HVAC Maintenance: How To Prepare For Summer
Today, there are 844k air conditioning units in Seattle area homes. And this number is expected to grow as Seattle’s weather changes due to global warming. These numbers make one thing clear: everyone likes to keep their house cool, and they’re willing to pay more to do it, but few know they can save money…