Stay cool in the Summer with a little help from the Heating & Cooling Pros at WK Mechanical!

June 21, 2022

Your comfort is our biggest priority which is why we want to help you have an amazing cool summer. Below are the items we suggest you put at the top of your Summer To Do List: Change your air filter. Dirty filters are clogged with dust and debris which inhibits your Air Conditioner’s ability to cool properly. Your AC will not have to work as hard with a clean air filter in place. Schedule your annual Air Conditioner maintenance. It will keep your system running more smoothly and head problems

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Will a New Air Conditioner Increase My Home’s Value?

May 19, 2022

If you’re looking for ways to increase the value of your home, you might be considering a major project like remodeling your kitchen or bathroom. While these are definitely good options that can increase the value of your home and make it more appealing, it’s highly unlikely that you’ll ever recoup the full amount you invested in the project. On the other hand, upgrading your HVAC system with a new air conditioner will typically always increase the value of your home by at least the amount you spent on the new unit. In fact, it could potentially increase your home’s

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Say Goodbye To Fossil Fuels! Save Energy & Money with a Heat Pump.

April 28, 2022

When it comes to keeping our homes warm in the winter and cool in the summer, American consumers by and large turn to fossil fuels as their energy source. In fact, when it comes to energy consumption, according to ScienceDirect.com the energy used by American consumers for HVAC purposes is second only to the energy used for transportation. What are fossil fuels? Fossil Fuels are hydrocarbon-containing materials formed underground from the remains of dead plants and animals. These fuels are extracted from the Earth through mining and drilling and are used to keep our cars on

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Common Central Air Conditioning Issue

April 22, 2022

With Spring in full gear, warmer temperatures will be here before you know it! When the time comes to turn on your Air Conditioner, we hope you find that it is working well to keep you cool. Unfortunately, that isn’t always the case, so we’ve compiled a shortlist of common issues we see when it comes to Central Air Conditioners that aren’t working properly. Review the list below so you will be familiar with some of the challenges homeowners often face with their central air conditioner and some proactive things you can do to help prevent

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Improve Your Indoor Air Quality With UV Lights

April 10, 2022

The use of Ultraviolet or UV Lights isn’t new. They have been used for decades in commercial spaces such as food-processing plants, hospitals, water treatment facilities, and schools to help disinfect the water and air. Today the most common residential use for UV technology is to improve the indoor air quality in homes. If you are looking for ways to make the air you breathe cleaner….we encourage you to keep reading!   How Do UV Lights Work? Ultraviolet systems emit low levels of ultraviolent light to kill or control a host of germs, mold, bacteria,

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Considering AC System Upgrade? Switch to a Ductless Mini Split Heat Pump system!

April 2, 2022

When you are faced with the possibility of upgrading your home’s air conditioning system, it can be a hard decision. There are certainly many options out there! While most of us have been cooling our homes with traditional central Air Conditioning units or window air conditioners, it may be time to consider upgrading to a ductless system. Here’s why…   Switching to a ductless system could save you considerable money over time by lowering your energy bills. As an added bonus, converting to a ductless system means you will burn less fuel and still

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4 Spring Cleaning Tips to Benefit Your AC Unit

March 17, 2022

Spring is finally here, and you know what that means. The temperatures outside will soon start to rise, the humidity will increase, and the air will be filled with pollen. So, to keep your household nice and comfortable over the next few months, you’re going to need your AC unit to run smoothly and efficiently. Fortunately, with a bit of strategic spring cleaning, you can help make sure that your cooling system is provided with the proper environment to maintain a stellar performance. 1. Clean Your Vents Over time, contaminants like dust, dirt, and dander will

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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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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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