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While an air conditioner's efficiency is measured by its SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) rating, an electric or gas- or oil-fired furnace's efficiency is measured by its AFUE, or Average Fuel Utilization Efficiency.

Why would your furnace be leaking water? In most cases, it's not a big repair, so don't panic. It could be a few different things.

Remember that while you are relaxing by the pool or lake your AC is running all day. What happens when suddenly your ac unit starts blowing hot air?

The main purpose of your furnace filter is to protect your furnace, specifically the blower fan, from all the dust and debris that the return duct takes in.

NATE stands for North American Technician Excellence. NATE is the nation's largest certification organization for HVAC and refrigeration technicians.

If you ever hear your gas furnace turn on but cannot feel any warm air blowing from the vents inside your Washington home, chances are the pilot light went out.

Improve your Seattle, WA home's indoor air quality by eliminating dust!

The International Energy Agency predicts the number of air conditioners worldwide will increase from 1.6 billion units today to 5.6 billion units by 2050.

At Ballard Home Services we have compiled a short list of some useful AC definitions that you can refer to when researching air conditioners.