Why Are They Called Ductless Mini Splits? A wall-mount mini-split heating and air conditioning unit installed in a new house. A modern heat pump, this unit heats a house in winter and cools in the summer. This type of system eliminates ductwork which is a primary source of inefficiency in a conventional system making this about 30% more efficient. This particular unit has an eye sensor which pans the room looking for hot or cold spots and directs the airflow accordingly.

Why Are They Called Ductless Mini Splits?

December 15, 2025

They’re called ductless mini splits because they don’t require ductwork and consist of two main components—a compact indoor air handler and an outdoor compressor—connected by refrigerant lines.

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What Is That Burning Smell Coming From My Furnace? Close up photo of blue and red coils from inside a furnace.

What Is That Burning Smell Coming From My Furnace?

November 29, 2025

There is nothing scarier than switching your furnace on in the fall and catching a whiff of something burning.

If that happens to you, try to stay calm. The odor could be a harmless sign that your furnace is burning off dust at the start of the heating season in Washington. Or it could be a red flag for a more significant problem.

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How Can I Make My Furnace Last Longer?

November 14, 2025

There is no shortcut to increase furnace longevity in your Kennewick, home. The key is treating your system with care and respect.

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Why Is a Home Dehumidifier Important? Glass door with condensation and a tree, high humidity. Texture of water on a glass. Phenomenon of nature and exterior concept.

Why Is a Home Dehumidifier Important?

October 30, 2025

Most homeowners understand the importance of having a working heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system for safety and comfort throughout the year, but what about the moisture inside your Pasco, home?

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Why Buying a Heat Pump Instead of a Furnace Makes Sense. Businessman holding jar of savings.

Why Buying a Heat Pump Instead of a Furnace Makes Sense

October 15, 2025

Homeowners across the country are rethinking the traditional gas furnace and opting for heat pumps instead.

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Schedule Your Annual Furnace Inspection Now

September 30, 2025

What’s at the top of your fall to-do list in Pasco? Make sure it is your furnace.

Prepping your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system for winter not only enhances your safety and your furnace’s efficiency, it can help keep your repair budget in line during cold weather.

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3 Health Benefits of Using Your AC While Sleeping

3 Health Benefits of Using Your AC While Sleeping

September 15, 2025

A good night’s sleep is essential for your overall health and well-being. Sleep affects everything from your mood and energy levels to your immune system and physical health. That’s why maintaining a comfortable sleeping environment is so important, especially during warm nights when high temperatures can disrupt your rest.

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3 Tips to Prevent AC Breakdown During a Heat Wave. Photo of an air conditioning unit installed outside of a brick home being worked on by a technician.

3 Tips to Prevent AC Breakdown During a Heat Wave

August 29, 2025

An air conditioner is your lifeline during a prolonged heat wave.

This life-saving comfort system is a necessity when temperatures soar and linger in Pasco as they have under the heat dome that has scorched across Washington.

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Think HVAC During Your Home Remodeling

August 15, 2025

Congratulations, you’re planning to remodel your home! Breathing new life and comfort into your charming older house is a grand adventure, and you can count on our team at Air-Tech Services to be there every step of the way to help however we can.

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Why Is My Thermostat Blank?

July 30, 2025

It is an “Oh no!” moment when you approach your home’s thermostat and see its blank screen.

Is this a serious issue—does it mean your furnace, heat pump, or air conditioning is broken? Not necessarily. In fact, most of the time, it is something minor and can be easily fixed!

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