Mesaba Heating & Air Conditioning Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Hibbing’

Help! Why Is There Ice on My AC?

Monday, July 22nd, 2024
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If your air conditioner is having trouble, it’s important to get things straightened out before the problem gets any worse. This means you’ve got to notice what’s going on with your air conditioner. Is it making a strange noise? Does it smell funny? Is it stopping and starting too often? Any of these things mean it’s time to get AC repair. But what about ice?

Sometimes, people think it’s okay or even expected for ice to develop on an air conditioner. But no! This is another indicator that your air conditioner needs repair. When you see ice on your AC evaporator coils, something has gone wrong. And if you don’t get it sorted out, it will get worse. Here’s what to do.

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When Heat Pump Installation Gets Tricky

Monday, April 1st, 2024
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Congratulations on choosing a new heat pump and making an installation appointment! That was a great decision. Heat pumps are the ideal solution for providing cooling all summer and cutting down on your energy bills with super-efficient heating for the spring and fall. But perhaps you’ve still got some questions.

What should you expect on installation day? What will the technicians do when they arrive with your new heat pump? How long will heat pump installation take? What complications could make the process tricky? What can you do to make it go as smoothly as possible?

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A Humidifier Can Improve Your Home Heating

Monday, February 19th, 2024
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February in Minnesota… it can be hard to remember what summertime felt like. And it can be hard for your heating system to keep up with your home’s heating needs! Running the heat all the time is incredibly expensive. Is there anything you can do to feel warmer without going through quite so much energy and driving your heating bill so high?

Actually, yes. Try to think back to summertime. (We know, it’s such a distant memory.) You’ve surely heard people who are complaining about summer weather say something like, “I don’t mind the heat so much, but the humidity really gets to me.” That’s the trick: humid air feels much warmer than dry air. So the way to use your heating system less while feeling even cozier is a humidifier.

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Clear Benefits of a Duct Cleaning Appointment

Monday, August 21st, 2023
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It’s been around fifty years since the majority of new homes started to be constructed with ductwork for central air conditioning. Some homes that age still have that original ductwork! Even when ductwork isn’t half a century old, it can be a little mysterious. You can’t see inside of it, and even the outsides of the ducts are usually tucked in out-of-the-way places you don’t look at very often. How can you tell what’s going on in your ductwork? With a little help from a duct cleaning service, you can get a clear view and a fresh start. 

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When Humidity Goes Too Far

Monday, August 7th, 2023
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In many areas of life, the key is balance: neither too little nor too much, a happy medium. And when it comes to moisture in the air, that happy medium is between 30 and 50% humidity. But the weather outdoors might be causing your indoor air’s humidity to be quite far from that ideal percentage. What happens when the humidity in your home is at an extreme? And what can you do to bring it back to an ideal level? Here are our recommendations. 

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The Benefit of Wi-Fi and Smart Thermostats

Monday, July 25th, 2022

The investment into a new thermostat may help to reduce your overall energy consumption while also making it easier to keep your home comfortable. Even if your existing model seems to be working just fine, there are some real benefits to making the move, especially to a smart thermostat.

If you are considering the use of Wi-Fi and smart thermostats in Hibbing, MN, there are a few careful considerations to keep in mind. Many property owners will find these to be an exceptional investment.

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How Humidity Balance Affects Your Home

Monday, July 11th, 2022

Although is the summer time and it’s important to pay attention to your home’s air conditioning if you’d like to stay cool, there are other things that should be on your radar if you’re looking to stay comfortable. One of the things we want to bring attention to today is your home’s humidity balance. We know that when summer rolls around in Hibbing, typically one of the last words you want to hear is “humidity.” After all, this is what’s making the heat feel even hotter. 

Although humidity isn’t your ally in summer, it can be your saving grace in winter. Humidity is also something that can be handled during summer with the use of a dehumidifier in Hibbing, MN. If you’re looking for a team of professionals who knows their stuff, then we’re the team to get in contact with. Let’s run through the basics you need to know below. 

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It’s Time to Prepare Your Heater

Monday, September 20th, 2021

Fall has arrived and it’s time to get your home prepared for the cold weather ahead. We know that there’s a lot that goes into getting any home in the area prepared. The main thing that you should focus on if you’re trying to improve your comfort is your home’s actual heater. Your heater is going to be the main focal point of your comfort for the next few months. 

We make sure that our experts understand everything there is to know about heating in Hibbing, MN. If you’ve got questions then we’ll be here to answer them. If you need maintenance of repair services, then our professionals will also be here to perform them for you. Let’s talk more in-depth about what you can do to prepare your home for cold weather.

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IAQ Checkpoint: How Is Yours?

Monday, September 6th, 2021

We want to take a step back and talk about your home’s indoor air quality services. How is your indoor air quality(IAQ)? If you can’t say that it’s doing too well so far, then you’re not getting the overall great HVAC quality that she needs. 

Having poor indoor air quality isn’t something that you can always notice without subtler context clues indicating an issue. If you’re looking for signs that you’re having issues with your indoor air quality, then we’re going to help you out today. We’re the experts for indoor air quality in Hibbing, MN and we’re available to help you out. 

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What Your AC Is Trying To Tell You

Monday, August 23rd, 2021

The funny thing about your air conditioner is that there are typically warning signs before you experience problems. If you’re dealing with an air conditioner problem right now, then there was probably writing on the wall before things went south.

We know that the problems that led to your air conditioning issue might not seem useful to you once the problem is already here, but prevention is everything. Realizing what your air conditioner is trying to tell you before the problem arrives can save you a considerable amount of grief. We’re available to help you with your air conditioning in Hibbing, MN when you need us most.

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