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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.

A few things to check in your home if your furnace is blowing cold air, are your thermostat settings, air filters, and your ductwork.

Having clear air ducts is one of the primary things that contribute to good indoor air quality (IAQ), and the reduction of irritants.

Cool your home by opening the windows at night and save on your energy bill.

Keep your windows closed day and night. This will keep your home cool and prevent your AC from using more energy.

Close your blinds on sun-facing windows during the day to keep the sun from heating up your home and causing your AC to use more energy.

On most thermostats, you can choose between On or Auto for your fan setting. Call us today at Alpine Aire to learn more.

Upgrade your HVAC equipment to help you save money on your monthly energy bills. Call us at (509)662-6846 today for more information.

Have your utility bills suddenly jumped? It could be your heating and cooling system.

Change your 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.

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 509-662-6846 to come out to diagnose the smell for you.

Do you live near a wildfire zone? If so, here are steps you can take to protect your indoor air quality and help keep your loved ones safe.

Regularly scheduled maintenance can help you catch symptoms of bigger problems before they become an issue for your business.

It is no secret that your oven will toast your house up and cooking on a cold day is nice sometimes, but on a hot day it will warm your house up in an unnecessary way. Try to utilize the opportunity you might have to cook outside.

If you are not changing the filter in your AC system like you change the oil in your car you risk overworking it and damaging it that could result in expensive repairs or even replacement! At least every three months or more frequently if you have pets or dust issues!

The central air conditioning system is a simple pleasure of everyday life. Your home should be a place where you can relax. On a hot day, cool air is essential to your relaxation. If you take good care of your air conditioner with annual inspections and monthly filter swaps, it should last 10 to 15 years.

Is your AC making scary noises? Call us today! We can help!

The best time of year to have your AC serviced is spring, even if you reside in a locale with pretty warm weather all year long.

If you hear any unusual noise coming from your HVAC unit, please turn it off and call us at 509-662-6846. Don’t attempt any kind of repair without consulting an HVAC certified technician first.

You turn on your heat pump, and you smell something burning. What should you do? Who should you call first, the fire department or your HVAC technician? 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 heat pump and give one of our highly trained technicians a call at 509-662-6846 to come out to diagnose the smell for you.

Your furnace may be blowing cold air because the pilot light has gone out. Call us at 509-662-6846 or request service online to have it properly fixed. This is indicative of a bigger problem that requires professional help.

Protect your pets from indoor air pollution by changing your air filters regularly.

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 from your home and transfer it outside similar to an air conditioner.

Keep clean air in your home by using filters, air cleaners, & UV lights to reduce the risk of mold, bacteria, viruses, & other pollutants growing in your home.

Schedule a clean-check today to stay cool during the summer.

It’s time to replace your old or broken AC unit in your home and you don’t want anything to go wrong with the new one. Avoid the common mistakes people make when purchasing a new air conditioner and learn how to prevent them.