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Do You Need Whole-Home Air Purification? An Evaluation Checklist
Read articleHeat Pump vs. Gas Furnace in Northern California: How to Choose
Read articleFurnace Tune-Up vs. Repair: What Your System Actually Needs
Read articleAC Repair or Replace? A Vacaville Homeowner's Decision Framework
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How Do I Know I Have a Cracked Heat Exchanger?
Our experienced furnace repair technicians will inspect and diagnose your furnace issue and resolve the concerns you are having.
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Schedule Your Annual Furnace Inspection Now
What’s at the top of your fall to-do list in Dixon? Make sure it is your furnace.
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When Do I Replace My Air Conditioner in Vacaville?
Sometimes, life moves incredibly fast. You could have sworn you just bought your air conditioner. But lately, it doesn’t seem to be working so well.
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3 Health Benefits of Using Your AC While Sleeping
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.
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How Does Your Central Air Conditioner Cool Your Home?
Unless you’re an HVAC professional—like the team at Rendon Heating & Air you probably don’t spend much time thinking about your air conditioner or how it works.
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Does an AC Kill Mold?
Your air conditioner (AC) can do several things––keep your California home’s indoor air cooler than outdoor temperatures, help to keep indoor airborne allergens at bay, and help keep your home’s humidity low. But one thing it can’t do is kill mold.
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Prepare for Hot Weather With an Air Conditioning Tune-Up
According to the U.S. Department of Energy, central air conditioning systems have a service life of approximately 15 to 20 years.
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Common AC Problems and Solutions
When the weather gets really hot in Fairfield, the last thing you want is a broken air conditioner; a fully functioning air conditioner is more than a luxury—it’s a necessity. However, even the best systems can encounter problems that disrupt your comfort.
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Spring AC Maintenance Tips
Spring is finally arriving in California! The days are getting longer, the flowers are blooming, and you’re probably already thinking about dusting off the patio furniture or tackling that messy garage.
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Thermostat 101 Basics
You can trust our team at Rendon Heating & Air, Inc. to always add value and comfort to your California home or business throughout the year. We offer practical solutions designed to extend the service life and operating efficiency of your HVAC system—including your thermostat.
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Why Is My AC Blowing Hot Air?
It’s a hot day outdoors, and you are inside your Fairfield home waiting for your air conditioning (AC) system to kick into full gear.
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Improve Your Home’s Indoor Air Quality
Stand outdoors on one of those days when the weather feels perfect, take a few deep breaths, and enjoy the fresh air. Later, take another deep breath—only inside your California home. How does it compare?
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What’s That Smell Coming From My Furnace?
If your furnace is producing a strange smell, you should always treat it with caution. While the cause for the odor may be benign, it could just as easily be harmful to inhale. When in doubt, always open windows to ensure ventilation, and evacuate your Vacaville home.
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What Is a Heat Pump?
It stands apart from a gas furnace or boiler, which both use combustion to generate heat. As a result, heat pumps are much more efficient, using up to 50 percent less energy than furnaces or baseboard heaters, according to the US Department of Energy (DOE).
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Why Is the Furnace Pilot Light Going Out?
Your utility bills, along with repairs, start creeping up. At some point, it makes more sense financially to replace these old appliances with newer models. When the time comes, Rendon Heating & Air, Inc. can help you make the right decision. We install, replace, repair, and maintain all major brands of heating equipment.
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4 Factors to Consider When Buying a Heat Pump
So you are looking to invest in a heat pump. You are not alone––many Americans are making the switch.
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