Polar Bear Air Conditioning & Heating Inc Blog : Posts Tagged ‘Washington DC’

Top Furnace Problems in the DC Area

Monday, March 4th, 2024
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In Washington, DC and the surrounding area, unlike some parts of the US, we have very distinct seasons. Our summers are hot, and our winters are cold. They’re not short winters, either—in fact, we need to use our heat at least during the night throughout much of the spring and fall. This means our heating systems get a lot of use. 

When furnaces run a lot of the time for several months, certain issues are more likely to crop up. Knowing what to expect can help you to catch a problem early and get prompt repairs before the situation gets any worse. So what are the furnace problems you’re most likely to encounter in the DC area? Here are some of the ones we see all the time.

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If This Is Happening to Your Boiler, it’s an Emergency

Monday, November 27th, 2023

Your boiler works silently in the background, so while it’s out of sight and out of mind, you don’t really think about what to do or what would happen if it suddenly broke down. It’s leading to a breakdown, but you can be proactive and prevent that from happening–find out if your boiler faces this issue and needs boiler repair in Washington DC or not.

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3 Heating Problems You Never Want to Run Into

Monday, November 13th, 2023

Winters are for cozy blankets and warm cups of cocoa, not sudden heating system meltdowns. In this guide, we’ll uncover three heating problems that can turn winter bliss into a chilly nightmare. We’ll talk about the main heating problems you’ll encounter that have you calling for heating repair in Washington DC and why you definitely don’t want to run into them.

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What Actually Happens During Air Conditioning Installation

Monday, August 7th, 2023

You need a new air conditioner, but you’re stuck: you don’t want to go through the hassle of an installation, but you also don’t want to broil in the summer heat. Let’s take the stress away by telling you a rough outline of everything that happens during installation.

When you get air conditioning installation in Washington, DC by experienced technicians like us, you get the most stress-free experience possible. Our experienced technicians work tirelessly so you don’t have anything to worry about, and this is the process.

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What It Means When Your Heat Pump Doesn’t Switch Modes

Monday, June 12th, 2023

Your heat pump does a lot of work. It wears two hats after all–heating and cooling your home is a big job. Since you rely on it for both, when it doesn’t switch to its other mode, it’s quite a cause for concern. Let’s talk about what might be causing that issue.

Your heat pump in Washington DC sounds like it needs a repair call. But before we jump into that, let’s talk about what the problem is so you can better understand how to fix it as soon as possible.

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How Does a Ductless Mini Split AC Work?

Monday, March 20th, 2023
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Ductless mini splits are the big thing in air conditioning, and for good reason. They save money, take up less space, and reduce the number of parts (ducts) that need to be serviced and maintained. But how do they work?

It’s all about zoning. Ductless air conditioning in Washington DC allows you to use multiple units across different rooms in your home and control them to fine-tune each room individually, so your bedroom can be 72° while your living room is 76°.

Let’s take a little bit of a deeper dive into how they work so you can understand how they may benefit your family and home.

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How Can I Tell if My Circulator Pump Needs Repair?

Monday, November 14th, 2022
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Your boiler is the underdog of your household. There’s always plenty of warmth throughout your home on the coldest days of the year, and life keeps on moving. But there’s one element to your boiler that you might be having trouble with, and that’s the circulator pump.

As the unsung hero of your home’s warmth and coziness, your circulator pump is running constantly. Let’s find out if your pump is okay, or if you need circulator pump repair in Washington, DC as soon as possible.

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Upgrade Your Thermostat–It’s a Smart Move!

Monday, May 2nd, 2022

Most people think upgrading to a Wi-Fi-enabled thermostat is just an expensive, unnecessary luxury.  They’re wrong! Smart thermostats are hands down one of the best investments you can make for your home. Who doesn’t want their house to be more comfortable and energy-efficient? With smart technology, you’ll save money and keep your family happy.

This post discusses the benefits of switching to a smart thermostat in your home.

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Your New AC Needs to be the Perfect Size!

Monday, May 4th, 2020

relaxing-manSummer is just around the corner, and that means that before you know it, you’ll be licking an ice cream cone, getting your tan on, and finally perfecting that canon ball! But, before you do any of that, it is important to make sure that you’ve got an air conditioner fully equipped to keep you and your family comfortable all season long.

We understand that it might be your first instinct to buy the biggest, most powerful air conditioner. But we are here to tell you that this isn’t such a great idea. You see, when it comes to your air conditioner, size really does matter, and below, we are going to explain why. All you have to do is keep reading to find out more and remember to call us for your AC services in Washington, DC.

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Yes, Your AC Might Need Repairs This Spring

Monday, April 20th, 2020

Of course, we’d all love to turn on our air conditioners for the summer and find that there is absolutely nothing wrong with it. But unfortunately, things do happen during the winter, and you might just find that your AC is in need of repairs.

In fact, there are a number of common early AC repairs, and below, we have listed some of them for you. Just keep reading to find out more, and of course, remember to call our team for your AC repair in Washington, DC if you notice any problems with your system.

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