The Benefits of Ductless Mini-Split Systems for Older Homes

March 31, 2025

Upgrade Your Older Home with a Ductless Mini-Split System Older homes are full of character, but they often come with outdated or inefficient heating and cooling solutions. If your home lacks existing ductwork, installing a traditional HVAC system can be expensive and invasive. A ductless mini-split system is a smart, energy-efficient solution for keeping older homes comfortable year-round without the hassle of installing ductwork. Whether you’re looking to improve cooling before summer arrives or want a more efficient way to heat your home in the colder months, mini-splits offer flexibility, cost savings, and enhanced air quality.

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New Year, New HVAC: Why It’s Time to Upgrade Your Heating System

December 31, 2024

Why It’s Time to Upgrade Your Heating System for 2024 As we step into the New Year, there’s no better time to consider an upgrade for one of your home’s most essential systems: heating. A modern heat pump or furnace can keep you warm through the winter while helping you save on energy costs year-round. Here’s why starting 2025 with an efficient heating system is one of the best resolutions you can make—and how WK Mechanical can help make it a reality. Enjoy Better Efficiency and Lower Bills Older heating systems

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Fall into Cozy Comfort with WK Mechanical: Embrace the Season with Peace of Mind

August 30, 2023

  As the leaves transform into vibrant hues and a gentle breeze fills the air, we know that autumn has arrived. It’s time to cozy up, indulge in pumpkin-spiced everything, and make your home a haven for comfort. At WK Mechanical, we’re here to ensure your fall season is filled with warmth and peace of mind. Let us share how our expert services can keep your home cozy throughout this beautiful time of year. Don’t let unexpected breakdowns put a damper on your cozy fall vibes! If your heating system encounters any issues, our

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Signs that your Air Conditioner isn’t Working Properly

May 31, 2023

  As temperatures rise, homeowners rely on their air conditioning units to provide comfort during summer. However, what happens when the air conditioner isn’t working correctly? This can be frustrating, especially during the hottest days of the year. In this blog post, we’ll help you identify signs that your air conditioner isn’t working correctly and what to do about it. Warm Air When your air conditioner is not functioning correctly and blows warm air instead of cool air, it may indicate that your system is low on refrigerant. A leak or improper installation may have

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Get Ready for Warm Weather: It’s Time for AC Maintenance!

April 27, 2023

  It’s Springtime and temperatures are beginning to warm up. Before we know it, summer will be in full swing, and we will be reaching some of the hottest days of summer. When the hot season hits, we want to make sure our homes will be comfortably cool. WK Mechanical, Inc. wants to make sure you and your family are all set for an enjoyable summer season. If you want to prevent unexpected AC repairs this summer, then you need to schedule your AC maintenance appointment now. It’s the only way to stay ahead of AC

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Top Tips To Improve Your Indoor Air Quality By The Comfort Pros At WK Mechanical

March 28, 2023

Poor indoor air quality can happen for many reasons. While you could be facing contamination from chemicals or construction materials, most of the time, poor air quality is the result of everyday things inside your home. Your comfort is our biggest priority so we thought we would offer some thoughts on things you can do to improve your indoor air quality! 1. Change Your Air Filters – A clean filter reflects the air you are breathing. If you rarely change your air filter, it is no longer able to perform the function of cleaning your air effectively.

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Top 5 Questions You Should Ask When Considering a Central A/C Upgrade

March 26, 2023

As the weather starts to warm, you may find yourself considering if it is time to upgrade your Central Air Conditioner. Is it time to bite the bullet and invest in a whole new air conditioning system, or with a little TLC, can you make do with your current system? We’ve compiled a list of 5 questions designed to help make the decision easier: How old is your current system? If your answer is less than 10 years, making repairs may be the way to go. Older systems (those more

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Get Your Home Ready for Spring With These Tips From WK!

February 28, 2023

As we turn the corner into March, it’s the perfect time to begin thinking about Spring cleaning and preparing your home for the new season ahead. As you begin making your plans, be sure that part of that preparation includes your HVAC system. It can be easy to slip into Spring, turn your heat off and assume that everything will be working fine when those hot months finally arrive. Unfortunately, that is not always the case. Spring is a GREAT time to prep your Air Conditioning system so that any issues can be addressed prior to the arrival of warmer

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Should I Get an Air Quality Test on My Home?

January 20, 2023

When Should You Have Your Air Quality Tested? Many homeowners don’t think about how important their home’s indoor air quality is until it begins to worsen. You may initially try switching out your HVAC filters or thoroughly cleaning your home to limit airborne particulates. Oftentimes, these positive changes alone aren’t enough to have a significant impact on your air quality. Air testing is a helpful way to pinpoint the invading contaminants, chemicals, and bacteria. Here’s what you need to know about scheduling professional indoor air quality testing. When to Schedule Air Testing Since your

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Brrrr! It’s Cold Out There. Tips To Help You Keep Your Heating Costs Down

January 4, 2023

Everyone is feeling the pinch of rising costs especially when it comes to your home heating costs. According to an article in Time Magazine two thirds of all American’s paid more to heat their home in 2022 than they did the year before. With the cost of oil up by as much as 65% and the cost of natural gas up by as much as 32% across New York State, increases in the cost of propane are approximately 15%. We understand and are here to help in any way we can! If you are dealing with an

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