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What is a heat pump?

What Is a Heat Pump?

February 27, 2020

A heat pump is a device that transfers heat from one place to another, from inside your home to outside or from outside to inside. In the winter a heat pump works like a heater, extracting heat energy from outside and transferring it inside. In the summer the process reverses and it will remove heat…

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Leaky Ducts and You

February 11, 2020

Though it’s a hidden element in your home, ductwork is crucial to your home comfort. It’s the system by which warm or cool air circulates throughout your home. And all your conditioned air, whether it’s warmed or cooled, has to travel through these ducts. As such, it’s essential to have a well-maintained duct system in…

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Are Wi-Fi Thermostats Cost-Effective?|

Are Wi-Fi Thermostats Cost-Effective?

January 21, 2020

Why are you heating and cooling your home when you are not there? Being able to control your thermostat when you are away is one of the most cost effective energy improvements you can make in your home. Contact us today to learn more!

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New furnace filter isolated on white background. Furnace filters 101.

Furnace Filters 101

January 11, 2020

Your furnace filter is the unsung hero of your furnace. It quietly does its job without any fuss and allows the rest of the furnace to do its job. It’s not a complicated item, but there are some basics we at Foss Heating and Cooling think you should know to help it do its job.…

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What Should I Do If My Water Heater Is Leaking?

What Should I Do If My Water Heater Is Leaking?

December 20, 2019

Is your water heater leaking? Here’s what you need to do: First, find the location of the leak. This will be helpful for you and your service technician. Turn off the power supply by switching the water heater circuit breaker to “off” for an electric water heater or by turning the dial to “off” on…

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Male Hands Change Large Pleated Furnace Air Filter. 7 Furnace Maintenance Tips

7 Furnace Maintenance Tips

November 4, 2019

It’s understandable that maintenance tasks often fall by the wayside. Many Sedro Woolley homeowners follow the mantra of “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” Everyone is busy and many seemingly more important priorities tend to creep up every month to consume time and money. However, the last thing you want to worry about when…

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Why does my furnace smell like gas when I turn it on?

Video—Why Does My Furnace Smell Like Gas When I Turn it ON?

October 29, 2019

You turn on your furnace, and you smell gas. What should you do? First assess what the smell most likely is, and you may not need to call anyone. Of course, if you’re still nervous because you just don’t know, turn off your furnace and give one of our highly trained technicians a call at…

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Service technician performing scheduled fall furnace maintenance

5 Reasons to Schedule a Fall Furnace Clean and Check

October 11, 2019

Once the cooler weather hits here in Mount Vernon this fall, you are going to want the inside of your home toasty and comfortable. This means turning on your furnace. Long before the first night you’ll want to use it, you should have your furnace cleaned and checked by a professional from Foss Heating and…

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Don't let your air become a health hazard

Video – Replace Your Air Filter

September 28, 2019

Change your Mount Vernon HVAC filters regularly, as recommended, which is usually at least every three months. A good HEPA filter will catch the particles before they reach your lungs. There’s so much floating in the air our eyes can’t see, and changing your filter as recommended makes all the difference.

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homeowner drinking a cup of tea sitting in front of window enjoying their fall indoor air quality

Fall Indoor Air Quality

September 14, 2019

With fall now upon us in Hood River, cooler temperatures are here to stay. This transition from one season to another most definitely affects your home’s indoor air quality (IAQ). And your indoor air quality directly affects your comfort in your home.

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