Associated Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc. Blog: Archive for the ‘Electrical’ Category

Checklist: What to Do When Your Home Loses Power

Monday, February 24th, 2025
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Losing power unexpectedly can be frustrating and even dangerous, especially during extreme weather conditions. Whether it’s a brief outage or an extended blackout, knowing what steps to take can keep your home safe and minimize inconvenience. While power outages are unavoidable, a whole-house generator from Associated Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc. can ensure that the next time this happens, you won’t have to worry.

Here’s a checklist of what to do when your home loses power, along with how to prepare for the future.

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Warnings of Bad Wiring in Your Home

Monday, January 27th, 2025
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Whether you’re dealing with flickering lights or unusual odors, recognizing the signs of bad wiring is crucial to maintaining a safe and functional home. Faulty wiring is not just an inconvenience; it’s a potential fire hazard that can lead to costly repairs and put your family’s safety at risk. 

Below, we’ll highlight some of the most common warnings of bad wiring and explain why it’s essential to address these issues promptly with professional service for electrical wiring in Springfield, OR.

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Ceiling Fans Can Help in Cold Weather Too!

Monday, October 7th, 2024

Ceiling fans are often seen as a warm-weather essential, a must-have to help air circulate and reduce the need for excessive air conditioning. But did you know that ceiling fans can be just as beneficial in cold weather? We’re here to explain how a ceiling fan install in Junction City, OR can help you keep your home cozy when the temperature drops.

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Can I Install a Generator on My Own?

Monday, August 26th, 2024
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Whole-house generators are one of the best investments you can make in your home. Extended power losses are becoming more frequent events, and they are not only inconvenient, they can become life-threatening during extreme weather conditions when the HVAC system won’t work or if they occur in households with residents who depend on powered medical equipment. Outages also lead to spoiled food and many other problems. 

If you’re considering contacting whole-home generator installers in Eugene, OR, you’re off to a great start. If you’re thinking that maybe you can do the installation on your own, we’re glad you swung by—because you should never attempt this job as a DIY project. We’ll explain why below.

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The Benefits of Regularly Changing Air Filters

Friday, July 19th, 2024
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Improved Air Quality

One of the most immediate and noticeable benefits of changing your air filters is the improvement in indoor air quality. Clean filters effectively trap airborne particles, reducing the amount of dust, allergens, and pollutants in your home. This is particularly important for individuals with allergies, asthma, or other respiratory conditions.

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What You Need to Know About Outdated House Wiring

Monday, July 15th, 2024
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Outdated wiring in a home can pose significant risks and challenges, from safety hazards to trouble supporting the increased electrical demands of our daily lives. Because wiring remains hidden from sight, it’s often too easy to forget about aging wires and obsolete materials—until they begin to create inconveniences, serious hassles, and even dangers. 

Today we’re going to give you a short primer about outdated residential wiring, including what types of wiring you may find in your home and how to tell when it’s time to seek professional electrical rewiring services in Springfield, OR.

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8 Benefits of Backup Generators

Wednesday, March 6th, 2024

The weather in Oregon can be unpredictable and when storms hit our region, it can have an unwanted lasting effect. While power outages are inevitable, especially in rural areas, they have a major impact on our daily lives. This can be mitigated with the installation of a whole house generator. They’re available in various sizes and fuel types, including natural gas, propane, and diesel, catering to different household needs and preferences. In this post, we’re covering 8 benefits of backup generators and how they can give you peace of mind when the power goes out.

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Celebrating Our February Employee of the Month

Wednesday, February 28th, 2024

We work with the best team at Associated Heating & Air Conditioning and they continue to amaze us in best ways! To honor and celebrate them all year long, we have an Employee of the Month Award! At our monthly meeting, a new recipient is announced by the outgoing titleholder. That person gets to choose who they’d like to pass the torch to. We love this approach because it ensures that the award remains employee-driven. It’s a great way for the trophy to move throughout our company, based on interactions through teamwork.

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5 Reasons to Have Your Electrical Panel Checked

Wednesday, January 24th, 2024

In the hustle and bustle of daily life, your electrical panel is often out of sight, out of mind. However, neglecting to properly maintain it can lead to potential hazards and headaches down the road. At Associated Heating & Air Conditioning, we have a full service Electrical Division available for all of your power needs. This includes checking the condition of an electrical panel, inspecting connections and wiring for corrosion, testing for proper grounding and bonding, verifying the operation of safety devices, and ensuring compliance with industry codes and regulations.

5 Reasons to Have Your Electrical Panel Checked

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5 Ways to Tell If You Need Electrical Rewiring or Not

Wednesday, January 3rd, 2024

Your home’s wiring degrades over time, but the signs of it may not always be on the nose. If you avoid rewiring your home when it’s needed, it can increase the risk of an electrical fire, which is why it’s important to take it seriously right from the start. Here’s how to know if you need electrical wiring in Junction City, OR.

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