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!
Get Efficient Heating And Space Using Gas Wall Heaters
If you live in a small house, an apartment, or a condominium unit, sufficient heating is possible through portable heating appliances like wall heaters. By attaching a wall heater directly to the wall, you save up valuable floor space. Gas Wall heaters became popular around the 1950s as an alternative to portable heaters and baseboards….
Are Heated Floors Worth It
Recently, we were asked are heated floors worth it? We found three factors that will help determine if radiant heated floors are a worthy investment in your home. Are you building a new home or doing an extensive remodel? If you can answer yes to this question, then it’s most likely a better value. The…
Why Choose High Quality Air Filters For Your HVAC System
Your HVAC system’s air filters help ensure good indoor air quality. Air circulating in and out of your ventilation ducts and vents passes through filters to remove contaminants and other harmful pollutants such as dust, pollen, and pet dander. As winter is about to approach, it is time to start assessing your HVAC system’s air…
Air Duct Repair, Cleaning, Maintenance & Repair
Most people ignore air duct repair as something they shouldn’t consider. These are understandable since, more often than not, you focus on the main components, such as the furnace or air conditioning unit. It is important to understand that for an HVAC system to work efficiently, it is a network of interrelated and equally important…
How You Can Improve Indoor Air Quality With An Air Purifier
Air contaminants like dust, dander, and microorganisms cause respiratory problems and allergies. An air purifier is a device designed to remove these impurities and keep the air clean. Most air purifiers available in the market today claim to remove second-hand cigarette smoke as well as benefit individuals who suffer from allergies and asthma. Air purifiers…
HVAC Maintenance: How to Avoid Costly Air Conditioning Repair
An HVAC system is a significant investment for every homeowner, and air conditioning repair and maintenance are essential to keep your unit running properly in the Pacific Northwest. The following will give you insight into what to avoid and look for when it comes to air conditioning repair and upkeep. Ductless Mini Split Systems air…
Combine Heating & Cooling with Residential Air Handler
A Residential Air Handler for central heating and cooling is a standard device in homes and commercial buildings. Without an HVAC system, there is no reliable source of warm or cold air according to the season. Different types of HVAC systems have different components. Most air-conditioning units have an indoor part, which is also called…
The Benefits Of Using A Heat Pump System
In many areas around the country where the climate is relatively moderate, a heat pump system is energy-efficient and a cost-effective alternative to using traditional furnaces or air conditioners. Similar to how a refrigerator works, a heat pump uses electric power to force heat coming from a cool place into a warm space. During winter,…
Natural Gas Fired & High-Efficiency Home Gas Furnace Benefits
Central heating is a concept that existed centuries ago. Romans invented the earliest known invention which relates to it. This invention, called a hypocaust, uses a heat source underneath the floors while flues and chimneys push the exhaust through walls and other areas of the dwelling. When furnaces came into existence, the wood used to…
The Difference Between Tankless Hot Water Heaters & Solar Water Heating
Hot water heater units are a staple domestic appliance around the country. It is impossible to imagine living in a home where there is no consistent supply of hot water for showers and other functions. Water heaters came into existence in the late 1900’s when Norwegian mechanical engineer Edwin Rudd developed the first automatic storage-type gas-fuelled…
Home Furnace Replacement: Knowing When You Need A New Unit
As the weather starts to get chilly and winter slowly approaches, every home should start preparing their HVAC systems for another season of heavy use. Routine maintenance and service checks help identify possible problems with the system and address them before they cause severe inconvenience later on. If your HVAC system is working efficiently, you…
HVAC Refrigeration Process & The Role Of Refrigerants
An HVAC system provides complete temperature control inside a home during cold and warm seasons. When an HVAC system is working efficiently, a homeowner will appreciate the comfort and reliability of perfect indoor air temperature upon turning the thermostat on. Complete HVAC refrigeration and heating systems include the following important parts: Thermostat Furnace Evaporation coil…