Posts by Kent Hansen
What is the difference between air conditioning and ventilation?
Kent Hansen | October 16, 2023
For many, summertime means camping, gardening, and fun days at the pool. Unfortunately, this time of year can also bring insufferable heat that forces us to crank up the air conditioner and stay indoors. While being inside is not exactly…..
Read moreWHAT IS HVAC AND HOW IS IT DIFFERENT FROM AIR CONDITIONING?
Kent Hansen | October 5, 2023
There was a time when “HVAC” really was a term thrown about only by industry professionals and those wealthy enough to pay for it. Now, however, the entire industry has opened up. Google is littered with “what is HVAC” searches……
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Health Benefits of having an HVAC system
Kent Hansen | September 18, 2023
There are certain obvious benefits of having a HVAC system that most people know of e.g. regulating your indoor temperature. But did you know that there are more benefits of HVAC systems than simply regulating your indoor temperature? That’s right……
Read moreWhat Percentage Should You Mark Up Your Material for Doing HVAC Work
Kent Hansen | July 31, 2023
HVAC companies that service residential and commercial heating and air systems have an important job — no one likes to be hot in the summer and cold in the winter. Even though people need your services, they don’t want to…..
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Keep It Running: 7 Essential Types of HVAC Maintenance
Kent Hansen | June 30, 2023
As unfortunate as HVAC repairs are, the good news is many can be prevented or delayed with the right maintenance. Learn more here. A new furnace can cost you anywhere from $2,000 to $7,000 on average, depending on the size of your house. A…..
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5 Questions You Must Ask Before Buying a Used HVAC System
Kent Hansen | June 28, 2023
Summer without air conditioning can be downright miserable in the Fairfax area. If your air conditioner goes out and money is tight, you may be considering buying a used HVAC system to save on the cost of a new one……
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ASK THESE 7 QUESTIONS BEFORE HIRING AN HVAC CONTRACTOR
Kent Hansen | March 20, 2023
It’s no secret that a properly functioning HVAC system is crucial to the comfort of your home. But when it comes time to hire an HVAC contractor, how can you be sure you’re getting someone who will do the job…..
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6 Must-Know Tips to Prevent Costly HVAC Repairs
Kent Hansen | December 7, 2022
With details on why HVAC preventative maintenance is essential and how it can affect your household, let us look at the six crucial steps you need to take regularly to ensure the proper functioning of your air conditioner. 1. Clean…..
Read moreOttos HVAC Partners with the Electricians at LiveWire Electrical in Charlotte, NC
Kent Hansen | November 1, 2022
Ottos HVAC is proud to announce its most recent partnership with LiveWire Electrical in Charlotte, NC. We have spent years working on the electrical service that we provide and, while we were able to provide decent quality electrical service, we…..
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Top 5 Tips for Maintaining Your HVAC System
Kent Hansen | July 21, 2022
Mowing the lawn and painting your home are easy ways to maintain your home and increase its value. In the same way, there are easy things you can do to take care of your air conditioning and heating equipment to…..
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