News & HVAC Blogs | Heating, Cooling, Indoor Air

How to Reduce Dust in Your Home

September 30, 2023

At Western Heating & Air Conditioning, we know how important clean indoor air quality is for your home. Our team specializes in offering whole-house solutions to keep you and your loved ones healthy, comfortable, and safe throughout the year.

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Why Wait to Schedule Your Furnace Maintenance?

September 22, 2023

You may not be ready to fire up the heat in your Eagle home, but it is the perfect time to give your furnace some thought—and a little pre-winter prep.

Why Does My Water Heater’s Pilot Light Keep Going Out?

September 8, 2023

The most common reason the pilot light on your water heater keeps going out has to do with its thermocouple. Our https://westernhvac.com heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) professionals can either quickly repair or replace your thermocouple to restore hot water to your Boise home in no time.

5 Ways to Improve HVAC Efficiency

August 31, 2023

Whether you are dealing with our scorching summers or chilly winters in Idaho, our trustworthy technicians at Western will find the best HVAC solutions for your household. We have been helping homes and businesses in the Treasure Valley with their heating and cooling needs for over 50 years.

Air Conditioners Versus Heat Pumps

August 8, 2023

In some ways, heat pumps have an edge over the traditional combination of a furnace and central air conditioning (AC) unit. However, no two households are the same, and each option has its pros and cons.

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15 Ways to Stay Cool When Your AC Is Out

July 31, 2023

With daily temperatures forecast in the 90s—and even a few triple digits—through August, you want to feel confident your air conditioner is running efficiently and without glitches.

Three Reasons to Consider a Geothermal Heat Pump

July 17, 2023

Geothermal heat pumps have been in use since the 1940s, heating and cooling homes in the Meridian area efficiently and thoroughly. They use the constant temperature of the earth for their heat transfer medium instead of the outside air temperature as air-source systems utilize.

Why Is Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Important?

June 30, 2023

Energy-efficient homes are more common than ever. Although they provide many benefits, including reducing overall energy usage and a smaller carbon footprint, they come with some disadvantages as well.

How Can I Avoid an AC Breakdown This Summer?

June 16, 2023

You’re ready for summer and can’t wait to swim in the pool and soak up the sun. But is your Boise air conditioner (AC) ready for the heat?

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AC and Allergies

June 9, 2023

Looking for additional methods to stop allergens from inhabiting your home? Western Heating & Air Conditioning has a team of home comfort experts ready to find the perfect solution for your lifestyle.