Polar Bear Air Conditioning & Heating Inc. Blog: Archive for the ‘Heating’ Category

Stop Your Furnace From Breaking Down

Monday, January 10th, 2022

A furnace breakdown is never fun. To be a little more honest, a furnace breakdown is probably nothing other than stressful and scary. Sometimes your furnace can break down on the coldest day of the year, leading you to panic about the temperature of your house, the safety of your kids, and your overall well-being. We completely understand, and we’re here to help alleviate some of that stress and panic.

The good news is that you’re here, and we won’t let you go without addressing the problem with your furnace and fixing it. That’s our promise to you. Don’t hesitate to call us for furnace repair in Bethesda, MD, and beyond so that your life can get back to normal.

For everyone else that might not be quite at the breaking point, but your furnace is close, here are a few things you can do to help mitigate the pressure.

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Is Your Heat Pump in Peril?

Monday, December 27th, 2021

Owning a heat pump should be a relaxing experience. They’re simple systems that work in pretty amazing ways to bring heat to your home throughout the winter, and cool things down during the summer. If you’re a heat pump owner that’s anxious about the state of your system, or you’re worried that something is wrong, then you need help from a team that can fix it.

The truth of the matter is that heat pumps can run into problems throughout their lifetimes. This is actually normal. We put a tremendous amount of strain on these complex machines, so it’s actually pretty regular for a heat pump to have a small problem that needs to be fixed. That’s why maintenance is such a powerful tool.

However, if you’re reading this blog then you probably need heating repair in Chevy Chase, MD. We’ll walk you through what to do if your heat pump is in peril.

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It’s Time to Make a Heating Upgrade

Monday, December 13th, 2021

December is here! Cold temperatures are already starting to seep in through left open windows, unsealed doors, and the cracks throughout our home. The hardest part about this realization that your home is chillier than you’d like, is the fact that winter is just starting up and this cold is going to be here for the next few months. Until March rolls around, you’re going to need to prioritize heating your home in the most effective and efficient way.

If you’re looking for a new heater installation in Bethesda, MD, then we’ve got a few great options for you. This is actually a perfect time to start thinking about a replacement system for your old and outdated one, because you can hit the ground running with powerful and efficient heat for the next few months when you need it!

Let’s talk about a few great systems that are available to you.

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Why Can Furnaces Be Noisy?

Monday, November 15th, 2021

This is an interesting question, and one that gets to one of the most important aspects of being a furnace owner—vigilance. Homeowners often hear their furnaces or HVAC systems making noises and they come to think that these systems are supposed to make noises like these. That’s how we find so many gas furnaces that have gone years without repairs when they were making loud noises trying to tell their owner that there was a problem.

The important part to take away from this blog post is that furnaces aren’t supposed to be noisy. If you’ve got a noisy furnace, then you likely need furnace service in Chevy Chase, MD. Now, if you’d like to get into more specifics about the types of noises a furnace can make, and why furnaces make noises like these, then you’re in the right place!

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Now Is the Time to Switch to a Gas Boiler

Monday, November 1st, 2021

Boilers are some of the oldest and most reliable heating systems in the world. The ancient Romans used to use boiling water to heat their homes via steam and lead pipes, so there’s a very good precedent for having a boiler heat your home. In a hundred years, we’ll probably still have powerful boiler systems because they’re just that effective.

However, the type of boiler you have in your home is going to change things quite a bit. Oil boilers, for instance, are going out of style and many HVAC professionals are refusing to install them. Meanwhile, gas boilers are becoming increasingly popular and our team provides all the necessary installation services you might need.

Today, we’re going to talk about oil to as boiler conversions. We’ll discuss why it’s a popular option, and how to contact our team for any boiler services in Washington, DC that you might need.

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Leaking, Freezing, Screeching… What Gives?

Monday, March 22nd, 2021

We can’t deny that boilers are some of the most durable and incredible heating systems on the market. They last longer than forced-air systems, they arguably produce better warmth, and they’re overall easy to maintain. However, this doesn’t run true for every boiler.

Boilers have their own unique problems. From freezing sections to producing leaks, and eventually problems that give off awful noises like screeching, a boiler can be very clear when it needs help. Luckily, you don’t need to search very far!

Our team provides sensible, affordable, and fast boiler repair in Alexandria, VA. We target the root of your problem, whether it’s just a leak or it’s corrosion on the interior of your boiler system. We’ll fix it and make sure that your heating system is set up for long-term success. While you wait for our help, let’s talk about some of the unique problems that boilers face.

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3 Benefits of an Electric Furnace

Monday, March 8th, 2021

Electric furnaces are an interesting topic to talk about. It’s not usually the first type of furnace system that homeowners in our area tend to think about, but it’s absolutely one that we recommend for certain homes that really wouldn’t do well with a gas furnace. If your home has an electric furnace, or you’ve been thinking about upgrading your furnace to one that better suits your needs, then this could be the blog post for you.

Our furnace services in Washington, DC include the installation, repairs, maintenance, and replacement of electric furnaces. Before we try to talk about the technology, we really want to hammer home that electric furnaces are a great alternative for homes that might not have access to gas or that have special needs.

Let’s get into some of the unique benefits of an electric furnace system.

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What’s Your Biggest Heating Woe?

Monday, February 22nd, 2021

People who don’t interact with the HVAC world very often think their problems are one of a kind. They think that their heater is exhibiting some kind of abnormal issue that will be extremely difficult to diagnose for a professional. That’s why people are driven to look at online solutions so ofte—they think their unique case requires some serious internet sleuthing in order to find what the real problem is.

Well, we hate to break this to you, but your heater problem is most likely a common one we see. Heater repair in Alexandria, VA might be complicated enough to warrant professional help, but it’s not so complex that you need a peer-reviewed journal to tell you what’s really going on.

Tell us what your biggest heating woe is and we promise we’ll fix it, regardless of how complex you think it is.

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How Often Are You Calling for Furnace Repair?

Monday, February 8th, 2021

We’re never going to tell someone not to call us. We love hearing from our customers, we enjoy helping out our friends and neighbors, and it’s important to have a team you can trust to help when you need it. That being said, there is definitely a time and a place for furnace repairs, and if that time and place is all the time for your home, then something is clearly wrong.

The problem isn’t you or us, it’s your furnace. Sometimes systems that are on their way out, or need more comprehensive furnace repair in Arlington, VA could show multiple signs of failure throughout the year. This isn’t normal, and it’s important to remember that. Only a trained professional who knows about the lifespan and repair needs of a furnace system can provide targeted repairs that work. And unfortunately, it might be time to look into heater replacement services.

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Our Specialized Heating Services in Alexandria

Monday, January 25th, 2021

Here’s a question we have for you—what makes you choose your heating contractor over and over again? Is it the fact that you trust their craftsmanship and expertise? Or perhaps it’s the series of great deals they have going for you? Regardless of what drives you to choose your specific professional to handle your heating work, it should always be something.

Twenty years ago, homeowners were stuck between a rock and a hard place. Scheduling heating repair in Alexandria, VA meant shelling out thousands of dollars for incomplete or subpar service from amateurs who were barely certified. And even then, without online reviews or maintenance plans, there was very little you could do to voice your opinion of the service.

Thankfully, times have changed in Alexandria. Our team as taken the initiative to provide some pretty unique services. Keep reading to find out how we go above and beyond.

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