Breathe Easy: Tips for Improving Indoor Air Quality
Achoo! For many individuals in the Pacific Northwest, the coming of spring means allergies, allergies, and more allergies. For others, a stuffy nose, headache, and sneezing are symptoms they experience year-round. Did you know that […]
New Year’s Resolutions for Your Home: The HVAC System Edition
Ah, with a new year around the corner, it’s time to set those resolutions. Lose weight. Exercise more. Eat healthy foods. Finally, write that book. The list goes on!
While most of us set at least […]
Best Time to Schedule Your Air Conditioner Maintenance
You take your car in for tune-ups to make sure it stays on the road. You hit the gym week after week to make sure you stay fit. Your AC unit needs some attention too, […]
Best Time to Buy an Air Conditioner
One of the most common questions we get from friends and customers who want to be ready for the weather is “When is the best time to buy an air conditioner?” It’s easy to assume […]
Warranty Information
In addition to industry leading technology and innovative products, Carrier offers competitive warranty coverage.
While terms and coverage details of the warranty vary depending on the product, you can usually expect Carrier products registered within 90 […]
Troubleshooting
If you are experiencing difficulties with your heating and cooling products or system, please feel free to contact Jacobs’ Service Department. But before calling us, here are a few simple solutions you can use to […]
Pre-Service Checklist
Before an expert Jacobs’ service technician arrives at your home to service your heating and cooling system, take a moment to make sure you’re prepared for the appointment. That way, you can ensure your technician […]
Heating and Cooling Efficiency Ratings Explained
As you search for the ideal HVAC system, you will encounter various industry-standard efficiency ratings. The higher efficiency your product, the lower your long-term energy costs will be. In addition to offering high-quality products and […]
Air Quality
In addition to temperature control, complete home comfort is achieved through maintaining healthy indoor air quality.
Because today’s homes are well-insulated and tightly-sealed, air can become stale as it constantly re-circulated. The air in dusty and […]
Geothermal Heat Pump
A geothermal heat pump or ground source heat pump (GSHP) is a central heating or cooling system that pumps heat to or from the ground. In the winter, the ground functions as a heat source, […]
Types of Systems
In order to select the optimal heating and cooling system for your Portland, Oregon home, it is important to consider your home’s physical dimensions, seasonal temperature needs, and service options. At Jacobs, we carry four […]
Heating and Cooling 101
Heating and cooling are 2 of the most important concepts of home ownership. In fact, heating and cooling systems are major factors for those looking to purchase homes, and are a critical part of living […]