Air Mechanical, Inc. Blog: Posts Tagged  'Blaine'

Your plumbing system works hard to help you so let's find a way to say, "Thank You." No, you don't need a card for this one, but you do need to remember these tips.

Knowing what the signs of a problem are with your heating in Blaine, MN can go a long way in keeping things comfortable.

If you're not sure how to tell what kind of water quality you have or what the steps are to improve poor water quality we're happy to give you some guidance.

The more use your kitchen and bathroom plumbing get, the more wear and tear they accrue.

Sometimes, the best remedy for a broken water heater is a replacement.

If your kitchen sink has started leaking, it is important that you contact a local plumber right away!

We all know there are days throughout the summer that are difficult to get through without air conditioning, but does your system really need a tune-up?

We explain how an air conditioner works so you understand why water would leak from the AC unit. What’s important is that you schedule repairs ASAP!

An AC system is most likely to break down when it’s hottest outdoors, and those days are coming to stay before you know it.

Your furnace runs in cycles. After it heats up the home within a target range, it shuts off, only to start up when temperatures in the home start to fall again.

We understand that nobody wants to replace an appliance if it isn’t the right time. But this does not mean you should wait for a heater to break down completely before you call in a technician. A furnace that is nearing the end of its life can cause a lot of trouble.

This holiday season, don’t let problems with your furnace keep you from enjoying a family meal. Make sure your furnace is in the best shape possible, and you can prevent sudden breakdowns (and improve efficiency, too!).

When you have gas heating equipment in the home, there is a possibility—if minor—that carbon monoxide can leak out into your home. We want to reassure you that, today, gas furnaces and boilers are built to be safe and durable.

It’s nearly fall, and that means that your heater is almost ready to be back in action. However, you won’t get much from it if your heating system is in need of repair. If your heater started malfunctioning during the last cold spell, it cannot have gotten better on its own.

In our area, the winters are killer, but the hot, humid summers can get just as bad. When the temperature is high, it’s often still bearable—until humidity levels start to go up. You feel warmer when there are higher levels of moisture in the air because it’s so much harder for your body to cool off when it’s humid outside.

Most people know that there is an air filter that works with the air conditioning (and heating) systems within their homes. And while many have heard that they are supposed to change their filter every month or so, most people aren’t clear on why this is.

You’ve just replaced that older outdated air conditioning system and you’re excited to have a unit that actually keeps you cool and runs efficiently. You set the thermostat to 77 degrees, you sit down on the couch, and you wait. And wait.

We know that the weather might not be as warm as it usually is once you start to think about your air conditioner. But if your air conditioner is almost to its breaking point (or if it finally broke down at the end of the last season) it’s time for you to replace it.

Last month we discussed the importance and benefits of replacing your heater with a high-efficiency system: it will last longer, use less energy, and save you money. But how do you know when it’s time to replace your system? With winter slowly but surely coming to an end, now is the time to consider this.

You may have heard someone complain about the effects of hard water before. Maybe they were upset about the streaks hard water leaves behind on the shower door.

Hearing a noise from your home heating system can be startling. You’re enjoying a nice relaxing night indoors, when all of a sudden a pop or a bang or a slight rattle catches you off guard. What could this noise mean?

New Year’s celebrations are a time to set goals that you believe you can reach in 2016. Unfortunately, too many people give up on their resolutions because they are not always so easy to achieve. Saving money is a common resolution for many people going into the new year, but assuming you’ll find success on the stock market might not be a reasonable expectation.

It’s tough to choose between different options for large systems like hot water heaters because the decision you make can affect your home for years and even decades to come. We’d like to help make the process a little easier by telling you a bit about the pros and cons of tank and tankless hot water heaters.

You may have heard someone complain about the effects of “hard water” before. Some people claim that if the water they use to wash their hair is what’s known as hard water, it makes their hair feel dry and brittle.

Have you ever turned up the temperature on the thermostat in your home only to have a family member turn it back down again minutes later? Larger households generally share this experience if there is no zone control system in place.

Your air conditioner works hard in the summer to keep you cool. Could yours be working harder than it needs to be?

The vent that exhausts heat and moisture from your clothes dryer must remain as unobstructed as possible. There are three reasons for this...

It doesn't matter if you are in the process of building a brand new home which requires a brand new heating system, or if you are finally ready to replace your older heating system with a newer, more efficient model; you must schedule your heating installation in Blaine with a skilled...

Your kitchen sink sees a lot of action: dirty dishes, dirty pans from cooking, basic washing and drying. With this much work, you likely have to make some kind of repairs at some point. Because of the type of use your kitchen plumbing sees, there are a few common problems that occur fairly regularly with kitchen plumbing.

It gets cold in Minnesota, and if you work in a garage, you know that without heat, a garage in sub-freezing temperatures is not much more than a lean-to. However, there are some choices to make before installing a new garage heater, as we’ll explain below.

Maintenance isn’t just a quick check of your heating system; it provides a tune-up for your entire heating system. During a routine maintenance appointment, your heating system is thoroughly inspected, cleaned and adjusted, and all moving parts are lubricated.

Radiant heating systems have been around for quite a while, but the more traditional versions of them have been eclipsed by forced air systems. This was exacerbated by the problems the older radiant systems had. Copper baseboard heaters can corrode over time...

Do you know what’s inside the water that comes out of your taps? It’s more than water, and often it consists of contamination, such as bacteria and suspended solids and high levels of salt, that you definitely don’t want in there.

When most people think about home air conditioning, they either imagine of a window unit (which is only effective for small apartments, and even then can struggle) or a central air conditioning system connected to a series of ducts that spread throughout a house.

The thermostat is the great secrets of any heating and cooling system for a home. It’s a secret that hides in plain sight: a panel on your wall with a display and a few controls. You probably think of it as simply the location where you can turn...

Most people know how terrible high humidity can feel during the summer, which is why they wish the weather would switch to a “dry heat.” Although a dry heat brings some relief during hot spells, dry air in general isn’t good for your home—especially during winter when the cold temperatures cause a plunge in moisture.

You may have heard the important piece of kitchen maintenance advice: “don’t pour oil, fat, or grease down your drains.” It’s good advice, and will prevent clogging and water pressure increases. However, there is no way to stop all grease...

Winter has arrived, and if the time has come to update your home heating system, you’ll want the most effective and efficient heater possible. This is a basic fact of life in Minnesota; we can’t settle for second best when it comes to keeping warm during the heavy cold season. We’d like to suggest that you consider a boiler for your heating this winter—and many winters to come.

The two most common types of heaters in homes for over a hundred years are the furnace and the boiler. Neither seems likely to go away soon, since HVAC technology continues to update them to increase their safety, reliability, options, and efficiency. If you are in the market for a heating system, no doubt your short list contains both “furnace” and “boiler.” In this post, we’ll illuminate the differences—which are significant—between the two. No one option is inherently a better choice for your home than the other; it will depend on your specific home requirements and your budget plan.

You rely on your plumbing system for more daily tasks than you may realize. Everything from doing laundry, washing dishes, taking showers and generating hot water requires a successful operation from your indoor plumbing system. Needless to say, the plumbing in your home is just as susceptible to wear and tear, old age issues and damages as anything else. Plumbing repair in Blaine is an inevitability. While many people swear by copper plumbing for most applications, the fact of the matter is that it is extremely expensive to purchase compared to other options.

Spring is a great time to ensure that your heating system works well. Whether you have a gas or electric furnace, it relies heavily on the air filter to ensure that dust and debris do not accumulate on sensitive mechanical components. If this occurs, your furnace will simply not be able to perform as it should, and it can result inadequate heating, decreased energy efficiency, and even premature system replacement. Thus, while a relatively easy task, it’s incredibly important to remember to change your air filter on a regular basis. When you need Blaine, MN furnace repair, call the experts at Air Mechanical today!

As a local Blaine duct cleaning service provider Air Mechanical feels it is our responsibility to help our customers understand the ways in which professional duct cleaning service can benefit them. A clean air duct system is a more efficient and effective air duct system...

Because modern homes are very energy efficient, it means that they don’t allow very much outside air in or very much inside air out. While this is very good for your heating and air conditioning bills, it can cause your indoor air quality to suffer.

The water supply in the Blaine area comes from many different sources. The municipal water sources are routinely checked for mineral, ion, and metal levels. But that doesn't mean it's completely free of contaminants that can affect its taste or cause health problems for some people.

We get a lot of Ham Lake plumbing questions from our customers, and one we get frequently is about pressure vacuum breakers. The plumbing experts at Air Mechanical Heating, Cooling & Plumbing want to help answer all your questions...

Are you wondering what type of maintenance service to schedule for your geothermal heating system before winter arrives? While geothermal systems do require regular maintenance just like any other HVAC system...

Geothermal heat pumps in Blaine are able to extract heat from the ground, even when outdoor temperatures are well below freezing. The geothermal installation goes in the ground below or around your home to collect this heat and then return it to your home where it can then be used to heat the air. While these types of heating systems are certainly more efficient the warmer the ground is, they can be effective even in very cold climates.

It's no secret that use of alternative energy sources is on the rise in Blaine. Solar panels, windmills and hybrid cars have been heavily publicized over the past several years as people and governments try to employ energy strategies that are more efficient...

Many Blaine homes are heated with furnaces, since they generally provide safe and efficient heat. Furnaces have also improved dramatically over the years as manufacturers find ways to make them more efficient.

If you have an older furnace with a gas pilot light and it keeps going out, heating your Inver Grove Heights home can become a frustrating process. Not only are you forced to trudge downstairs to light it every time...

As with any misunderstood technology, there are a lot of myths and misconceptions concerning geothermal heat pumps and how well they work in your Blaine home. While these types of systems certainly have their limitations, the same is true of...

Clogs are common in almost every household and place of business. Even if you take special care not to put anything that might cause a clog down the drain, there is a good chance that excess bits of food, grease, hair, or other unsavoury materials and pieces will eventually line and clog your pipes.