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  1. How to Save Energy This Summer – Part 3

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    The temperatures in San Jose are no joking matter, so anyone who lives here knows the value of staying ahead of the heat. Your HVAC system is here to help you, but it can eat through your hard-earned money very fast. Each summer, people find themselves trapped between the cost of comfort and comfort itself. At Valley Mechanical, we understand this struggle, and that is why we are taking the time t…Read More

  2. How to Save Energy This Summer – Part 2

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    There's nothing like a California summer! When the temperatures rise, you need an HVAC system you can depend on. Fortunately, Valley Mechanical is here to keep your business or home cool and comfortable. We are also here to save you money and energy. In our last blog, we shared two great tips for saving energy, including using your thermostat wisely and making use of your windows. Today, we have t…Read More

  3. How to Save Energy This Summer – Part 1

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    We're headed toward June, and temperatures in San Jose are already warm. Summers in California are beautiful, but they can be very hot. If you're looking at your energy bill and dreading its rise, we have some tips to help you keep it down. Read our next few blogs to see which ones are possible for you! Use your thermostat wisely When you are away, keep your house warmer than normal. When you get …Read More

  4. Where Did the Cool Air Go?

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    In our last blog, we looked at the causes of a frozen air conditioner - a unit that is literally coated in solid ice. Today, we are going to go in the opposite direction. Maybe you start to feel uncomfortable in your home, and when you check out the air exiting the vents, you find why: the air is warm. But your air conditioner is running. What is going on? There are several reasons why air conditi…Read More

  5. Why is My Air Conditioner Freezing?

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    It is only April, but warm weather is on its way. This summer, this may happen to you: the sun is beating down and you are sweating, but your air conditioner is coated in solid ice. A frozen air conditioner is a truly bizarre sight. It is bizarre for a reason: it's not normal, and you should not treat it as such. When your air conditioner turns into an igloo, it is sending a distress signal. We ca…Read More

  6. Why You Need a Maintenance Program

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    In our last blog, we explored what to consider when you're trying to decide between repair and replacement of your HVAC system. One of the biggest factors that affects a system's lifespan is maintenance. You can get the most years out of your system when you keep it up consistently. That is why the Valley Mechanical Corporation offers maintenance programs that give your system consistent care. In …Read More

  7. HVAC Systems: Repair or Replace?

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    Keeping your commercial HVAC system up and running should be a top priority, and the Valley Mechanical Corporation is ready to help ease the burden. We offer world-class HVAC maintenance programs that will keep the pressure off you with regular checkups. There comes a point in every system's life when it's aged enough that it may not be fiscally responsible to keep repairing it. When the point com…Read More

  8. Questions to Ask HVAC Contractors Part 4

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    When it comes to the comfort and health of your employees and customers, your HVAC system is incredibly important. Not only does it keep the air temperature where it needs to be, it brings in fresh air and prevents your facility from getting toxic. Finding a great HVAC contractor can seem daunting, but it's easy when you have great questions to ask. When you ask all the companies the same question…Read More

  9. Questions to Ask HVAC Contractors Part 3

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    The HVAC system in your building plays an essential role in the health and comfort of your employees and customers. It's a system that you need to be able to depend on, so when it's having issues, it can be a huge headache. That is why the Valley Mechanical Corporation is here. We are fully dedicated to taking the burden of HVAC maintenance, repair, and installation off your shoulders. The key to …Read More

  10. Questions to Ask HVAC Contractors Part 2

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    Your HVAC system keeps you, your employees, and your customers comfortable and healthy, and when your system is in trouble, it's important to find a great commercial HVAC contractor. In our last blog, we shared two important questions to ask prospective HVAC contractors, including how long the contractor has functioned under one name and if they are licensed to do work. Taking these questions and …Read More