Keep Your HVAC System in Tip Top Shape, Join The Club!

February 28, 2022

One of the biggest factors of a comfortable home is a heating and cooling system that is healthy. The best way to keep your system healthy is to have it inspected annually and take the necessary steps and repairs. We offer an annual maintenance program called the WK Comfort Club to help you do just that! It’s available for: Air Conditioning Gas & Oil Heating Systems Ductless Systems Air Cleaners Water Heaters Humidifiers Water

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Get Your Home Ready for Warmer Weather

February 24, 2022

We’ve had a few glimpses of warmer weather so far this season and with spring right around the corner, we thought it would be helpful to offer our favorite tips for getting your home and your Air Conditioning system ready! To make sure your HVAC system is prepped and ready, take these steps: While it is best to change your air filters every 90 days, if you aren’t in this practice, use the changing of seasons as motivation to check this item off the list. Take a walk outside and clear

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Safety Tips For Homes That Use Space Heaters

February 16, 2022

Safety Tips For Homes That Use Space Heaters Space heaters can be a great way to help supplement heat inside of your home during the colder winter months. However, if not used correctly, space heaters can be dangerous in a residential setting. By following the safety tips that we’re going to go over below, you can drastically reduce your risk of a space heater malfunction. Never Leave a Heater Unattended The biggest safety tip that we have for you, when it comes to space heaters, is to never leave your space heater running unattended. Due

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No Heat? Leave it to the Professionals!

January 31, 2022

When your heating system doesn’t seem to be working as well as it should, it may be tempting to see if you can figure out and solve the problem on your own. Especially if you are handy. Before you grab your toolbox, we would like to encourage you to leave any repair of your HVAC system to the professionals. We aren’t just saying this because we want you to give us a call – although it would be our pleasure to help! We do have a few reasons that it may be a really good idea to

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Choose Clean Heat! Understand Heat Pumps

January 29, 2022

Do you LOVE the concept of clean heat but just can’t quite wrap your head around how a heat pump actually works? You aren’t alone, despite all the talk about converting to a more energy-efficient HVAC system, many people don’t really understand the mechanics of how a heat pump can keep you warm in the winter and cool in the summer. We’d like to help you gain a better understanding of heat pumps so you can make an educated decision when it comes to updating your HVAC system.   Understanding Heat Pumps

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Easy Steps to Cleaning a Furnace

January 12, 2022

Cleaning your furnace regularly will lead to better performance and increased energy efficiency. It will also help prevent issues early on. Above all, routine cleaning will ensure that your system performs at peak condition for several years. On the contrary, neglecting the furnace might lower performance and cause costly repair issues. Usually, dirt affects the heat exchanger, blower, and filter system. Here is how you can keep these elements clean. Turn the Power Off If you have a gas furnace, lower your thermostat to the lowest setting and wait for the heating cycle to end. From

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Be A Part Of The WK Family

December 23, 2021

When it’s cold outside and you have a problem with your heat, it’s nice to know that there is someone you can depend on. WK Mechanical is a family-owned and operated company that has been in business right here in Orange County for over 75 years. We care about you and want to be sure your home or business is always comfortable. If you are having an issue with your heating system, the professionals at WK will thoroughly analyze your problem, then come up with the best solution possible. If you hear any

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Time is running out on the amazing rebates on Heat Pumps! Here are 5 reasons to consider converting to a Clean Heat Cold Climate Heat Pump!

December 17, 2021

You may have heard the buzz about The New York Clean Heat Program which offers amazing initiatives in the form of significant rebates when you install a High efficiency Cold Climate Heat Pump system in your home or business. If not, you should know you can qualify for as much as $14,000 in rebates when you install a whole house Cold Climate Heat Pump System! Converting your heating and cooling system to Clean Energy with a Heat Pump has tons of advantages and below we will list our top 5. #1 YOU’LL SAVE MONEY

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Adopt-A-Child Holiday Gift Drive

December 15, 2021

With the weather getting colder and the holiday season in full swing, many charitable institutions that help and support children are holding gift drives. The Children’s Home Liberty Office is hosting an Adopt a Family program that allows caring individuals, families, and businesses to donate gifts and support struggling families so they can fully experience the love and care of the holiday season. WK Mechanical, Inc., a local HVAC company, is participating in the program and spreading seasonal cheer by granting “adopted” children many wishes and adding them to a festive Christmas tree to encourage others to donate and do their best

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How To Keep Your Heating Costs Down This Winter

November 29, 2021

According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, we can expect colder-than-usual temperatures which will leave families across the country reaching for their thermostats to turn up the heat. When the energy consumption increases, the price we pay to fuel our homes will also rise. We’ve already begun to feel the pinch. Consumer prices for energy have increased nearly 25% from where they were a year ago and we can expect to spend more. Last month the US Energy Information Administration reported that we can expect to pay 54% more than last year

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