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Understanding Your Air Conditioner. Tech with customer.

Understanding Your Air Conditioner

July 15, 2024

Your air conditioner lives in your home full time—why not get acquainted with it? Understanding your air conditionere starts by learning a bit about your AC’s components and functions, you’ll have an easier time caring for it. Problems will be easier to identify and communicate to one of our Western Sales & Service specialists.

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3 Tips to Prevent an AC Breakdown During a Heat Wave. New air conditioning unit.

3 Tips to Prevent an AC Breakdown During a Heat Wave

June 15, 2024

Fortunately, at Western Sales & Services, we are committed to your well-being and comfort year-round and during all weather conditions. We recognize our expertise is in high demand in the summer when the cooling season is in full swing and extreme temperatures dominate Southwest heat forecasts.  

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5 Common AC Problems. Tech at HVAC Unit.

5 Common AC Problems

May 15, 2024

When your air conditioner (AC) is running at peak efficiency, you win.

Not only will your electric bills in Alabama be cheaper––your AC system will last longer. Plus, your equipment will be operating at its best, so you will experience maximum comfort.

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3 Signs It’s Time for a New AC. Man in his living room sitting on a deckchair with his feet in a mini pool reading a book.

3 Signs It’s Time for a New AC

April 15, 2024

Should you repair or replace? That’s always the big question when it comes to major home systems like air conditioning (AC).

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What Maintenance Is Needed for a Ductless System? Changing the filter in the air conditioner. The concept of safe and healthy housing.

What Maintenance Is Needed for a Ductless System?

March 15, 2024

A ductless heating and cooling system, or a mini split, is a splendid choice for your Birmingham home and a worthwhile investment. It offers many benefits, and you can enjoy them all for years to come if you maintain the system on a consistent basis.

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What Is a Dual Fuel Heating System? Women looking at device with serious expression.

What Is a Dual Fuel Heating System?

February 15, 2024

Western Sales & Services is happy to lay all the options on the table so you can make the best decision for your Birmingham home. Here’s what you should know about dual fuel systems: 

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How Do I Know I Have a Cracked Heat Exchanger?

January 15, 2024

Even though your furnace may look and seem fine, dangerous gases could leak into your Birmingham home and seriously affect, even kill, your family members.

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How to Determine Heat Pump Efficiency. Couple sitting on the floor drinking out of mugs and eating breakfast.

How to Determine Heat Pump Efficiency

December 15, 2023

If you are in the market for a new heat pump, efficiency is probably a key factor in your search. The Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) has a universal ranking system for heating and cooling units that serves to help. 

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How Does a Gas Furnace Work?

November 13, 2023

A furnace is a big part of your life—whether you realize it or not. It keeps your Birmingham home warm and can help with your indoor air quality (IAQ).

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Preparing Your HVAC System for the Fall - Woman Sitting by the Window.

Preparing Your HVAC System for the Fall

October 16, 2023

As the saying goes, “Time and tide wait for no one.”

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