Ambient Air Solutions Blog: Archive for the ‘Helena, MT’ Category

Don’t Let Your Heat Escape!

Monday, April 5th, 2021

Heat, air conditioning, comfort… They’re all the same thing. When the temperatures are unliveable or uncomfortable outside, you rely on your heating or air conditioning system to keep your indoor environment safe and comfy. This is why it’s so important that you keep your heat inside during the winter and spring, and keep the outdoor heat outside during the summer.

Here at Ambient Air Solutions, we’re very concerned with how homes in our area are keeping comfortable temperatures indoors. Sometimes we see overworked heat pumps or other types of heating in Bozeman, MT that just can’t create enough heat for the whole house. If it’s constantly escaping through air ducts, drafty doors and windows, and just isn’t well maintained, that will never change.

So, let’s change it together. We will be brainstorming a few ways to stop heat from escaping your home when you need it the most.

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Your Furnace Should Never Do This

Monday, February 22nd, 2021

We get a lot of calls from homeowners who notice something “strange” about their heating system but aren’t quite sure how serious the problem is. While we want to remind you that our phone lines are always open for people to call us and ask, you should be able to parse this out for yourself sometimes. There are absolutely things that signify the need for furnace repair in Helena, MT and there shouldn’t be any grey area around it.

To keep things simple, here’s a list of things that your furnace should never do. This means if you locate anything on this list that seems familiar, or that you just noticed your furnace doing, you should schedule repairs as soon as possible.

Don’t try to convince yourself that your furnace is the exception, and don’t start rationalizing why you can wait for repairs. Some of these fixes just can’t wait, as delaying them can lead to even more issues. For proactive tips on avoiding such problems, explore 3 tips to stop your furnace from breaking down.

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Do You Need a Furnace Replacement?

Monday, January 25th, 2021

What is the first thing that comes to your mind when you think of a furnace replacement? Is it how wasteful it seems? Is it how expensive this kind of service likely is? Or perhaps it’s the dread of how extensive this kind of work would be, and how much time you’d be without heat when you sign up? We totally get it and, as much as we don’t like it, we understand the reputation that this kind of service has.

Well, we’re here to change that. Furnace service in Helena, MT doesn’t have to be such a nightmare and a replacement can actually be an incredibly exciting opportunity. If you’re in need of a replacement or you’ve put it off for too long, then let us take this chance to convince you that furnace replacement can be a delightful service. We’ll go into what this can mean in terms of savings, technology, and learning about the industry.

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Furnaces: Your Handy FAQ Guide

Monday, January 11th, 2021

Are you a homeowner that’s never really thought about your furnace system until now, but now has some burning questions? Or perhaps you’re a homeowner that’s always been quite curious about your furnace, but you need some more intermediate answers to help you pinpoint a problem? Furnaces in Helena, MT are our specialty because they’re the most common heating system we see and service. We’d love for our community to be more understanding and knowledgeable about these types of systems, and we can start that today.

We’ve come up with an FAQ guide to tackle some beginner and intermediate questions for curious people that want to understand their furnaces. Be advised that this FAQ is not a tutorial to fix your furnace, or help you when you open it up and start working on repairs. For that, we only recommend you go with a professional technician who is licensed and certified to perform the work.

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How Important Is a Furnace Filter?

Monday, December 14th, 2020

How important is a water filter when you’re drinking water from the tap? Or how important is it that you strain your pasta before you cook it? We use filters in different aspects of our lives, but when it comes to HVAC systems, our furnace filters might be the most important. Furnace filters do a lot more than just improve our indoor air quality. Their main job is to actually protect the interior components of your heating system so it lasts longer and functions efficiently.

We’re going to go into some details about the reason why furnaces, and other forced-air heating systems, come with filters. We’ll talk about how replacing your filter can help mitigate the need for furnace repair in Helena, MT. You can also explore late-season furnace maintenance tips to keep your heater running smoothly even as the colder months come to an end.

Sound good? Great! Then let’s get to the point and talk about the need for furnace filters.

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We’re Hiring!

Friday, October 16th, 2020

Ambient Air Solutions is hiring for one of our many open positions! If you’re skilled in HVAC technology and have what it takes to join our killer team—send us a message as soon as possible! Here are the positions we’re looking to fill:

  • Service Technician
  • Installer
  • Labor Hand

This could be a great opportunity to develop a relationship with one of the most reliable HVAC teams in the area. Our team is always growing and we’re happy to work with additional community members to help make people comfortable in the Bozeman area!

Give Ambient Air Solutions a call to join our team today. Simplifying heating and cooling!

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Pay Attention to the SEER Rating

Monday, October 5th, 2020

SEER ratings are tools to measure how efficient your air conditioner or heat pump is. While we might be winding down our air conditioners for the year, here are likely plenty of homeowners that have just taken the dive into heat pump technology. Heat pumps function all year round, so it’s important to remember that SEER rating will affect your winter electrical bills as well as your summer ones!

So, let’s talk about what the SEER rating of your heat pump means for the months going forward. Any HVAC company in Easy Helena, MT will sell you a heat pump, but only the most authentic company will discuss exactly how efficient this type of system is. We’ll use the correct terminology, bring in a little bit of science, and ensure that you leave this conversation feeling better about your heat pump’s efficiency ratio. If you’re curious about choosing the right HVAC system, check out your options for HVAC installation to make an informed decision.

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Join Us at the Prosperity Party on Thursday, September 24, 2020

Tuesday, September 15th, 2020

This year, Ambient Air Solutions will be one of the Gold Sponsors of the Prospera & Montana Women’s Business Center’s 5th Annual Prosperity Party. There will be six different lounges, each with a maximum of 50 participants. Masks will be required unless you are eating and drinking, to ensure everyone stays safe and healthy!

Come say hello in your fanciest cocktail attire and stay to support local businesses in the area as well as the Women’s Business Center.

Don’t forget that a portion of the proceeds made from this event will benefit the WBC Women’s Impact Grant. You don’t even have to be at the event to participate! Just go online or text “WBCparty” to 52182 to cast your bid.

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Our Climate and AC Together: A Guide

Monday, September 7th, 2020

Our weather in Montana isn’t necessarily stable. Outsiders usually have the wrong impression, that our winters are cold and our summers are mild—but that couldn’t be further from the truth. While yes, our winters can get bitterly cold, our summers are often hot and last well into September. That’s why we’ve taken it upon ourselves to continue talking about air conditioning.

Nights are starting to get cold and temperatures during the daytime are still reaching the 90s. That means when it comes to HVAC service in East Helena, MT, you need a solution that keeps you warm and cool.

If you’ve been struggling to keep your home comfortable for the past few weeks, we’ve got two words for you: heat pump. It might be the perfect time to invest in a system that can reliably and efficiently keep you comfortable during these uncertain days.

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Central Air or Mini Split: Which Is for You?

Monday, April 6th, 2020

Now that we’ve got plenty of time to spend at home, there are many homeowners who have started the inevitable internet search for their next air conditioner that will replace their broken one this year. We get it, for many of you out there it’s been over a decade since you last invested in a cooling system. Well, since then there have been huge numbers of technological advancements, as well as changes in the industry, that have lead to some unique ways to cool a home.

So, if you find yourself wanting to purchase air conditioning service in Helena, but you’re unsure of whether to invest in another central air conditioner or a ductless mini split, hopefully, we can provide answers to some of your questions. These systems differ substantially, and it’s only right to keep you informed so you can make the best decision possible when it comes to your home comfort.

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