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Why Having Heat Pump Maintenance Twice Yearly Is Beneficial

December 13, 2025

Heat pumps are one of the most efficient and versatile HVAC systems available today. These smaller, innovative units offer both powerful heating in the winter and effective cooling in the summer. This is due to how they operate. Heat pumps do not create heat but instead extract and move it. In the summer, it pulls hot air out of the home. In the winter, it draws warm air from the atmosphere and puts it in the home. Because your heat pump handles both heating and cooling, homeowners often wonder if biannual maintenance is necessary. The short answer is yes.

Do Christmas Trees Affect Indoor Air Quality?

December 4, 2025

Will a Live Christmas Tree Impact Your Air Quality? Putting up a Christmas tree and decorating it with the whole family is an annual tradition for many. Some households put up their tree as early as the weekend after Thanksgiving to maximize holiday cheer. Unfortunately, if you have watery eyes while looking at your Christmas tree, there’s a good chance that may be because of allergens. Live Christmas trees put you and your family in direct contact with pollen, mold spores, and even insects. Here’s everything you need to know about Christmas tree syndrome and how you can combat

How Holiday Festivities Impact Your HVAC System

November 15, 2025

During the holiday season, guests gather, and your home becomes a hub of activity. While all this brings joy, it also creates challenges for your heating system. You may not realize just how much candles, greenery, cooking, decorations, and heavier foot traffic can affect HVAC performance and indoor air quality during the holidays. If you want a comfortable and healthy home while hosting family and friends, you need to understand how festivities influence your HVAC system and how to stay ahead of seasonal strain. How Increased Holiday Activity Impacts HVAC Performance Holiday gatherings change normal household routines. When

Preparing Your HVAC System for Winter: Essential Tips

November 4, 2025

Winter weather tests every part of your HVAC system. Once temperatures start to drop, your heating system must operate reliably. It should keep temperatures comfortable and run for long periods without breaking down. You probably wait until the temperature drops into the 70s to think about your furnace or heat pump. But preparing before winter arrives keeps your home comfortable and prevents costly emergencies. Below are the essential steps to help you enter winter confidently. Why Your HVAC System Needs Winter Preparation Cold weather forces your heating system to work harder than it does at any

Pros and Cons of Performing Your Own Furnace Maintenance

October 30, 2025

The weather in Las Vegas, NV during the fall and winter can get quite chilly, especially at night. Having a reliable heater is essential to staying warm and cozy. Even though there are some maintenance tasks you can perform yourself, most are best left to the pros. Our team at Polar Air & Heating, Inc. provides a clean job site guarantee, ensuring no mess is left behind after heater service. If you decide to do DIY maintenance, you should know it comes with several drawbacks. But for now, let’s start with the benefits. Save Money on

Nevada Indoor Air Quality: Choosing Between Air Purifiers and UV Lights

October 5, 2025

Las Vegas, NV deals with various air quality issues throughout the different seasons. Harmful pollutants from dust storms and industrial emissions can both impact your health and comfort. Mix dust with other irritants, like pets and pollen, and the air quality becomes much worse. Choosing the right type of filtration is crucial to keeping your living spaces as healthy and comfortable as possible. What Types of Air Quality Issues Does Las Vegas Deal With? Las Vegas is well known for its poor air quality. During the summer, ozone from vehicle emissions and sunlight tends to build

Fixing AC Leaks: A Quick Guide for Homeowners

September 9, 2025

A leaking air conditioner isn’t always obvious. Sometimes, it starts with a faint drip, a musty smell, or a puddle where it doesn’t belong. The longer it goes unnoticed, the more damage it can cause both internally and externally. Why Your AC Might Be Leaking Water Indoors When your air conditioner starts dripping water inside the house, it usually points to a clog, crack, or backup somewhere in the drainage system. That water isn’t coming from outside; it’s condensation. When warm air in your home moves over the chilly evaporator coil, the moisture in the air

How to Transition Your HVAC System from Summer to Fall

September 2, 2025

Switching from cooling to heating season involves prepping your HVAC system to change its purpose. A little attention now saves you from frustrating breakdowns when the first chilly evening hits. At Polar Air & Heating, Inc., in Las Vegas, NV, we help you make that transition simple, reliable, and drama-free. Let’s walk through what your system needs before fall arrives. Change Your Filter After a summer of daily use, your HVAC filter has pulled in more than just dust. It’s likely caught pollen, pet hair, and fine debris that drifted through open windows or doors. When that filter gets clogged,

What Your HVAC Warranty Covers (and When It Doesn’t)

August 27, 2025

HVAC warranty coverage might seem straightforward, but small details can make a big difference when repairs come up. Understanding what’s covered, what’s not, and what could void it helps you stay ahead of surprise heat and AC repair bills. Understanding What a Standard Warranty Covers When you buy a new HVAC system, you don’t always think about the paperwork that comes with it. But that factory warranty isn’t just a stack of legal terms. It spells out what you can expect if something breaks. Most manufacturers cover major parts, such as compressors, coils, or heat

Here’s How to Improve Your Home’s Air Circulation

August 4, 2025

It’s easy to assume that your home’s HVAC will take care of its air circulation needs on its own. However, it can only do that under the proper operating circumstances. Additionally, your HVAC system can be a costly way to maintain air circulation if used unnecessarily. To help you, here are some of the easiest and most effective ways to improve your home’s air circulation to lower your energy bills and improve indoor air quality. Open Windows Whenever Possible Opening windows sounds like obvious advice, but it’s easy to seal up your house against the elements