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Guides from A-One Air
Straight answers to the questions we hear most, written for our own customers.
September 1, 2026 · 2 min read
Did You Know, Your Water Heater is Full of ROCKS?
Okay, not rocks exactly. But if your water heater is more than a couple years old, there is a layer of real mineral stone sitting at the bottom of that tank right now.
September 1, 2026 · 2 min read
Why Dust is Your #1 Enemy Here in the Tri-Cities
Pasco gets less rain each year than Tucson, Arizona. That is not a typo, and it explains a lot about your bookshelf.
July 30, 2026 · 4 min read
Your Air Conditioner Is Not an Air Purifier
Your AC is very good at cooling your air, but cleaning it is a different story, and your AC filter, while great, does not purify your home’s air.
July 15, 2026 · 4 min read
Is Drain Cleaning a Scam?
Quick answer, no! But your neighbor got a huge quote for a slow bathtub, so it’s a fair question.
July 1, 2026 · 3 min read
Is Your AC Putting In Its Two Weeks’ Notice?
Your air conditioner doesn’t just quit out of nowhere. Like anyone thinking about walking out, it starts dropping hints first.
July 1, 2026 · 3 min read
When the Sky Turns Orange, Your AC Becomes Your Best Defense
Wildfire smoke season has become a regular part of late summer in eastern Washington, and your AC is the system standing between you and it.
June 2, 2026 · 3 min read
Does Your AC Sound Different Than It Did Last Year?
Most homeowners get so used to the soundtrack of their AC that they stop hearing it entirely, until something changes.
June 2, 2026 · 3 min read
Your Home’s Circuitry Could Ruin Your Hot Tub Party
Picture it: a perfect Saturday night in June. Everyone’s in the hot tub, drinks in hand, music going, finally that “summer is here for real” feeling. Then…the hot tub shuts off.
May 1, 2026 · 4 min read
Is Your Home’s Electrical Panel Actually Keeping Up With Your Life?
Most homeowners go years without giving their electrical panel a single thought.
May 1, 2026 · 3 min read
Why Your AC Works Harder in the Tri-Cities, Than (Almost) Anywhere Else
Summers in Pasco hit different, and your AC can tell, even if you can’t.
April 6, 2026 · 2 min read
How Old Is Too Old for an Air Conditioner?
Your air conditioner doesn't send you a retirement notice.
April 6, 2026 · 2 min read
When Is “Too Early” to Get Your AC Going?
Thinking about AC right now feels a little like putting up Christmas lights in November.
March 6, 2026 · 2 min read
Why Does My AC Smell Musty When I Turn It On for the First Time?
That first warm day is coming, and around here it can sneak up fast.
March 5, 2026 · 2 min read
Why Does My Breaker Keep Tripping for No Reason?
You're in the middle of making dinner, the space heater's running, someone starts the hair dryer, and click. Everything goes dark.
February 14, 2026 · 3 min read
Is Your Air Duct System Secretly Draining Your Wallet?
You've probably walked past that air vent a thousand times without giving it a second thought.
February 14, 2026 · 2 min read
Show Your Heating Some Love This Valentine’s Day
Nothing kills the Valentine's Day mood faster than a freezing house or a furnace that quits right when you need it most!
February 9, 2024 · 5 min read
Choosing the Right Home Heating System for Your Home: A Comprehensive Guide
Nothing compares to the cozy embrace of warmth on a chilly winter's night.
December 8, 2021 · 2 min read
Winter HVAC Maintenance for Pasco
Winter in Pasco is upon us, and extreme weather and low temperatures can wreak havoc on your HVAC system.
November 11, 2021 · 2 min read
Why We Like the Amana Heat Pump for Kennewick
We at A-One Air are proud to be certified Amana Professionals, so we want to share why we like the Amana heat pump for Kennewick.
October 6, 2021 · 2 min read
Split HVAC Versus Packaged HVAC System for Pasco
The many different types of air conditioning systems can be confusing, so here is a split HVAC system versus a packaged HVAC system for Pasco.
August 4, 2021 · 2 min read
Emergency Electrical Repair in Pasco
Sooner or later we will all need emergency electrical repair services, so here is what you need to know about emergency electrical repair in Pasco.
June 4, 2021 · 2 min read
Beware This AC Replacement Scam
Some unethical practitioners may push a new system on you when a simple repair will do or the unit is working just fine.
May 12, 2021 · 2 min read
4 Dumbest AC Repair Mistakes
In fact, you may be the biggest danger to your air conditioner, and as experts we've come across more than a few of these mistakes.
April 14, 2021 · 2 min read
A Common Way to Break Your AC
We have noticed an odd trend in this common way to break your AC, and we'll show you what it is, how to avoid it, and what to do after the fact.
January 8, 2021 · 2 min read
5 Benefits of a Home Backup Generator
When considering electricity stability, you should also consider the benefits of a home backup generator for Pasco or any area.
November 7, 2020 · 2 min read
5 Best Practices to Maintain Energy Efficient Buildings
We've previously written about the benefits of commercial heating maintenance and want to continue with best practices to maintain energy efficient buildings.
October 8, 2020 · 2 min read
6 Commercial Heating Maintenance Benefits
Your business is about to undergo a cold winter just as your home is, and there are many commercial heating maintenance benefits that make the job worthwhile.
September 14, 2020 · 2 min read
4 Benefits of a Gas Furnace
You will find many benefits of a gas furnace when researching.
August 13, 2020 · 2 min read
4 Reasons for an Electrical Panel Upgrade
Your electrical panel is the device that regulates the electricity entering and coursing through your home.
July 14, 2020 · 2 min read
3 Whole House Surge Protector Benefits
Whole home surge protectors act as a superior line of defense against power surges from lightning strikes and other causes.
February 6, 2020 · 2 min read
The Must-Read Guide to Choosing and Maintaining an Air Conditioner
After a brutal winter, the last thing we want is an unbearably hot summer.
January 18, 2020 · 2 min read
3 Tips for Keeping Your HVAC More Efficient
Below we will share essential tips for keeping your HVAC system more efficient.
November 12, 2019 · 2 min read
The Importance of Getting a Furnace Service Before Winter
It is important to get your furnace serviced before winter in order to catch problems before your unit stops working and leaves you in the cold.
October 17, 2019 · 1 min read
It's Furnace Tune-Up Time: Is Your Heating System Ready for Winter?
A good heating system and properly functioning thermostat will keep your feet warm at night and the cool air out.
August 26, 2019 · 2 min read
AC Maintenance Frequently Asked Questions
When your AC breaks, you know it's time to get it fixed.
July 24, 2019 · 2 min read
Summer Air Conditioning "Hacks"
Here are a few helpful tricks that anyone can do to help their AC run better, cooler, and more efficiently.