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Maximizing Your AC Efficiency: Tips and Solutions from Blue Ox Heating & Air

As temperatures rise in the Twin Cities and Rochester areas, ensuring your home stays comfortably cool becomes a top priority. But what happens when your air conditioning system isn’t performing as it should? From warm air blowing from vents to uneven cooling across rooms, inefficient AC operation can turn your sanctuary into a sweltering space. […]

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How Does a Heat Pump Work?

A heat pump is a piece of HVAC equipment that is used to both heat and cool a space. Typically, they are found in residential applications in environments with mild winter temperatures or used as a dual fuel heat pump in colder climates, such as the Minneapolis/St. Paul area. When the temperature dips below around 40 degrees,

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Media Filters VS. AC Filters

When you are concerned about the indoor air quality in your Farmington or Greenwood home, it is essential to understand how a standard AC filter works to recognize the added benefits of an upgrade to a media filter. The Blue Ox Heating & Air team is happy to discuss additional filtration options for your home when you call us at 952-208-4570.

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Do You Have The Right Size AC?

When shopping for a new home or updating your current house, one of the first questions many homeowners have regarding air conditioning is sizing. Unfortunately, many people will take the word of a contractor or even a handyman when it comes to getting the correct size AC unit rather than doing their research to understand

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AC Summer Maintenance

AC Summer Maintenance

As warm weather reaches Apple Valley, Circle Pines, and the Coon Rapids areas, homeowners know that it is time to have their air conditioners ready to provide the soothing cool air that makes summer so relaxing. Without proper care for your entire air conditioning system, you are likely to face issues at a most inopportune time. Always Start With

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What Is An Electronic Air Filter, And How Does It Work?

Air Filters What Is An Electronic Air Filter, And How Does It Work? Most consumers are aware of the need for an air filter in their HVAC system. The short explanation is that it cleans the air. However, unless you are willing to inspect the filter regularly and replace it as needed, the media-style air

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HVAC FAQs

HVAC FAQs The HVAC system in your Apple Valley or Arden Hills home is responsible for much more than controlling the temperature inside your home. It is also essential for managing the air quality and even the humidity. With all these significant functions, a complete HVAC system depends on many intricate components to get the job done and keep

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Cottonwood Damage

Cottonwood Damage

As spring arrives in the St. Paul/Minneapolis region, everyone looks forward to enjoying mild temperatures again and the blossoms that it brings. Outdoor activities abound, but so do the seasonal allergies that accompany the influx of pollen and allergens into the air. One of the top offenders is the Cottonwood seed. These attractive little fluffy tufts adorn

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Changing AC filter Every 30 Days

Your home’s HVAC system is one of the most expensive and critical to your comfort level. It sees year-round use in most homes from Brooklyn Center to Victoria. However, it is not always getting the care that it needs. Something as simple as investing less than 30 minutes and a few dollars in a new air filter could

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The Benefits of Investing in an Air Conditioning Service | Minneapolis, MN

The Benefits of Investing in an Air Conditioning Service | Minneapolis, MN Most homes across America have an air conditioning system, which keeps them cool in the summer. Homeowners know that air conditioning systems effectively keep their rooms cool, but there are many other benefits of investing in an air conditioning system. This article will

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