U.S. Propane Market Headed for ‘Armageddon’ This Winter, IHS Says
U.S. propane prices are so high and supplies so scarce that the market appears headed for “armageddon” during the depths of winter, according to research firm IHS Markit Ltd. Stockpiles of the key heating fuel and manufacturing feedstock in the world’s biggest economy probably have already topped out for the year and will be stretched as cold weather descends […]
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La Niña is coming. Here’s what that means for Winter Weather in the Northwest.
La Niña will most likely be joining us for the winter again, according to federal forecasters. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Climate Prediction Center has announced that La Niña conditions have developed and are expected to continue, with an 87% chance that they will be in place from December to February. La Niña (translated from Spanish as “little girl”) […]
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Cold Weather, Football and Cool Advice
What happens to the body in extreme cold? Our bodies are built to protect their most precious machinery—vital organs such as the heart, kidneys, and lungs. When faced with bone-chilling cold, we shunt all available blood to these organs to keep them warm and functioning. That means that extremities take the hit for the rest […]
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Microchip shortage causing concern for HVAC contractors ahead of winter
Reports from America’s heartland indicate that a microchip shortage could impact how we heat and cool their homes. HVAC contractors started to see the shortage in early spring, but concern over the shortage is rising approaching the winter months. The shortage could make furnace repairs and replacements difficult when sufficient heat is critical. Microchips are […]
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What does MERV or a MERV Rating mean?
Your filters’ MERV Rating is a good way to help judge the effectiveness of the filter. MERV means Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value which was developed by the American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioner Engineers – ASHRAE. MERV values vary from 1 to 16. The higher the MERV value is the value the more efficient the filter will […]
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Remember the Quality Heating Website 20-Years Ago?
Let’s start with a quick answer to the question above — as soon as you suspect that there is a problem! No, we may not have the coldest winter weather in the country. That does not mean, however, that you can afford to take risks with the condition and operation of your home heating system.
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Whole Home Humidifier Maintenance Checklist
These are the most frequently asked questions about HVAC, Sizing, and More. Please feel free to contact us if you don’t see your question answered below.
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Is Ductwork Cleaning Worth It?
Let’s start with a quick answer to the question above – as soon as you suspect that there is a problem! No, we may not have the coldest winter weather in the country. That does not mean, however, that you can afford to take risks with the condition and operation of your home heating system.
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