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There are 4 main parts of your air conditioner, hopefully understanding this may help you to troubleshoot some of the problems you may have with your AC not cooling effectively. Condenser This is the outside metal unit. This is where the gas from the compressor is condensed into a liquid. The gas that enters the…

Summer in Seattle is time to enjoy cooling off by the pool or lake, but remember that while you are relaxing your AC is running all day. What happens when suddenly your air conditioning unit starts blowing hot air? Here is a few things that you should check: Check Your Thermostat Sometimes the simplest explanations…

With the dog days of summer in Seattle just around the corner you are probably close to running your AC all day and we at Ballard Natural Gas, want to go over some of the ways that you can save money and energy with your HVAC system this season. Saving money and energy in Seattle…

Your split-system air conditioner has two components. There is outside and inside parts that have to work together like a team to achieve the right temperature for your Seattle home. They need to work together in unison to be the most efficient that they can. In most cases your furnace and air conditioner were installed…

Air conditioning is crucial for comfort in your Seattle daily life. In Washington, a well maintained AC unit, with yearly inspections and regular filter changes, can last up to 10 or 15 years. So how do I know if I need repairs for my unit or if I need a replacement? Age How old is…

At Ballard Natural Gas Service we want to make sure that the residents of Seattle make the most informed choices when replacing or installing a new air conditioner. We have noticed over the years a number or reoccurring problems with new AC purchases. Please take note of the mistakes listed here: The wrong sized unit.…

Once the summer comes along in Washington, we may start running our AC units around the clock. If you keep your air conditioning unit clean and maintained regularly you shouldn’t have any problem keeping your house comfortable and cool throughout the year. But keep in mind these common reasons for efficient cooling. When windows and…

An air conditioner is a standard appliance in home comfort. The Energy Information Administrations reports that 87% of homes have and AC unit and it accounts for almost 20% of yearly electricity consumption in the US. At Ballard Natural Gas Service we believe the knowledge is power, the more you know about the appliances you…

Needing a new air conditioner, getting one installed or simply researching them can be an overwhelming task to begin with and even more overwhelming when you don’t understand the language used to talk about these systems. At Ballard Natural Gas Service we have compiled a short list of some useful AC definitions that you can…