According to the National Weather Service, heat-related fatalities in 2023 surpassed deaths related to hurricanes, and other weather events.
Continue ReadingAt Hybrid Heating & Cooling, we field many homeowner questions about retrofitting versus replacing HVAC systems. Our customers ask which heating and cooling strategy is better and how they differ.
Continue ReadingAccording to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), replacing your decade-old unit could save you up to 50 percent on your monthly utility bill.
Continue ReadingWe see more and more Oregon homeowners embrace automation to transform their dwellings into intelligent, energy-saving abodes.
Continue ReadingAs the temperatures begin to rise in Hillsboro, many homeowners are firing up their air conditioners for the first time in months. But what if, instead of a refreshing blast of cool air, you’re hit with an unpleasant smell?
Continue ReadingEveryone loves to save money, and it’s a good idea to review different aspects of your budget now and again to see if there are more opportunities you have missed in the past. Considering how to reduce your energy bills is always a great idea in the springtime.
Continue ReadingJust about any electrical appliance has the potential to overheat, and furnaces are no exception. As a homeowner, you need to take precautions to lower the risk of an overheated unit. You should also be wary of the associated symptoms so you know when to take action.
Continue ReadingConsidering a geothermal heating and cooling system for your Oregon home?
Be prepared to pay more than you have for a gas furnace, air conditioner, or air-source heat pump.
In return, you can expect greater comfort and lower energy costs.
Continue ReadingThis issue happens more often than not with older furnaces, and it could be a sign you are ready to upgrade your Hillsboro home’s heating and cooling system with a new model. At the 10-year mark, furnaces start to lose efficiency and begin breaking down more frequently.
Continue ReadingHeat pumps are very efficient, using up to 50 percent less energy than furnaces or baseboard heaters, according to the US Department of Energy.
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