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Author: Western Heating Admin Created: 7/8/2009 11:50 AM |
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All general information about Heating and Air Conditioning |
Wednesday, January 09, 2013
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CO Poison Prevention According the the Enviornmental Protection Agency:
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Prevention
Preventing Carbon Monoxide Poisoning (PDF)
(4 pp, 371K, About PDF)
Do you know that carbon monoxide (CO) is the most common cause of poisoning death in the United States? Approximately 500 deaths and 15,000 visits to the emergency room occur annually due to unintentional CO poisoning. Older adults over 65 years of age are especially vulnerable to unintentional CO poisoning due to their high frequency of pre-existing medical conditions. While CO alarms can save lives, less than one third of American homes have them installed.
What is Carbon Monoxide?
Carbon monoxide, or CO, is an odorless, colorless gas that can cause illness and death. CO is produced whenever any fuel such as natural gas, propane, gasoline, oil, kerosene, wood, or charcoal is burned. Devices that produce CO include cars, boats, gasoline engines, stoves and heating system...
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| Posted by Western Heating Admin at 1:45 PM |
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Thursday, July 26, 2012
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Being a family owned business since 1967, we have grown into being more that ?the guys who fixes your furnace??or at least we hope we have. Being here this long means that we have made relationships and means that we have built a reputation. Over the years we have given back to the community that we have become a part of and done what we can to build a better Boise for ourselves and our neighbors. We wouldn?t be here without everyone else?s support so it only makes sense to be there when others need us.
Last week we were given the opportunity to participate in a little grunt work at the Homes for Our Troops building project. Without hesitation, one of our employees volunteered and was on site at the opening ceremony last Friday morning. It wasn?t a ton but it felt great to be contributing to the cause. This house is currently in construction for a soldier who lost three of his limbs in combat. This house will enable him to live more freely in his wheelc...
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| Posted by Western Heating Admin at 9:39 AM |
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Thursday, July 05, 2012
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Call a professional: Each central air conditioning unit should be inspected, cleaned and tuned by a professional. A professional tune-up typically costs between $70 and $125.
Keep the filter clean: Clean and replace the air conditioner filter frequently (check the filter once a month). This is especially important during the summer when dust and allergens circulate. If the filter becomes clogged, your system will have to work harder to supply the same amount of cool air.
Made in the shade: Air conditioners with proper shading can be more efficient. Air in a shaded space is cooler than the surrounding air, meaning the A/C will have an easier time cooling the air.
Don?t take the heat: Don?t place lamps, TV sets, or other heat producing appliances near your thermostat. The thermostat senses the heat causing the air conditioner to run longer than necessary.
Dial for dollars: Remember that each degree you dial below 78 increases...
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| Posted by Western Heating Admin at 1:54 PM |
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Thursday, May 24, 2012
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It's human nature to procrastinate and it's easy to push off even important things that make our lives run smoothly. None of us like taking our car into the shop, cleaning out the gutters, or seeing the dentist once a year, but they are necessary things that save time, money, and headache in the end. It is even harder to take care of chores that are "out of sight, out of mind" so to speak...such as your heating and cooling system. We are used to going to the wall and with the click of a thermostat, able to keep ourselves warm in the winter and cool in the summer, completely taking for granite that that button controls a very expensive and necessary part of one of the biggest monetary and personal investments we make in our lives, our home.
Last week, here in our office our own air conditioning would not work. We were so busy getting ready for the busy summer season that somehow we neglected to tune up our own unit! We all have such busy lives of get...
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| Posted by Western Heating Admin at 8:52 AM |
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Wednesday, May 16, 2012
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The Boise Metro Chamber of Commerce
Honors 2012 Small Businesses of the Year
Boise, ID (May 16, 2012) ? Small business is the driving force of economic growth and job creation not only here in Idaho, but also across the nation. Small business makes up the overwhelming majority of the Boise Metro Chamber?s membership. So, each year, we recognize small business excellence in our community.
The Small Business of the Year Awards were announced during the Chamber?s Small Business and Nonprofit of the Year Awards Luncheon at the Boise Centre on Tuesday, May 15, 2012.
This year?s winner in the 10 employees or less category is eTrip Trader, Inc. The company pioneered the industry of automated work shift trading through a customizable online system. eTrip Trader got its start in 2002 by enabling airline pilots to trade flying trips. That quickly expanded for use by flight attendants. And now, eTrip Trader offers comprehen...
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| Posted by Western Heating Admin at 2:56 PM |
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Wednesday, May 09, 2012
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Great article we found from Bradford White Corporation on why you should call a trusted company to install your water heater:
1. WE BELIEVE IN THE BEST FOR YOU
We know how well water heaters can work and how safe they can be when properly installed. We also know the downfall and dangers of bad installations. That's why we believe water heaters should be installed only by professionals.
2. THE RULES HAVE CHANGED
As of July 1, 2003 all conventional 30, 40 and 50 gallon residential gas-fired water heaters must comply with new, stringent standards regarding Flammable Vapor Ignition Resistance. Bradford White has created the Defender Safety System?, a cutting edge technology that fully complies with the new standard. Your professional installer knows that he can count on Bradford White to meet these requirements now and in the future.
3. A GROWING FAMILY NEEDS MORE HOT WATER
When your family grows or when you add a large tub, a shower or even an entire bathroom, yo...
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| Posted by Western Heating Admin at 3:26 PM |
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Monday, May 07, 2012
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Western Heating is hiring! As the weather starts to warm up and we begin to shift gears once again, we have begun to expand our workforce and are looking for the best of the best to join our team. As we continue to grow in this strengthened economy we are very excited to add to our already impressive family of experts in the industry. Specifically, we are hiring service technicians and HVAC Apprentices for our Installation Department.
The service technician position must have field experience and preferably NATE Certifications. We provide all the necessary tools for you to excel in your field and once training is complete, you will be put to work right away. We specialize in residential and light commercial repairs and general servicing and water heater servicing.
The apprentice position is also available immediately. We will be interviewing candidates for this competitive position who are interested in hands on experience, quality training and buildi...
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| Posted by Western Heating Admin at 11:55 AM |
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Sunday, November 02, 2008
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Taking some time up front to learn more about air conditioning and heating will save you time, frustration, and money when you choose a local company to repair or replace your HVAC system. When buying a new air conditioning and heating system, the contractor you select can affect on your satisfaction more than the brand of equipment you choose. Choosing a contractor when you have adequate time to do so systematically gives the best results?much better than picking one out of the phone book to respond to a heating or cooling emergency.
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| Posted by Western Heating Admin at 11:50 AM |
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