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Spring Money-Saving Tips. A thermostat on a pile of money.

Spring Money-Saving Tips

April 16, 2025

Everyone loves to save money, and it’s a good idea to review different aspects of your budget now and again to see if there are more opportunities you have missed in the past. Considering how to reduce your energy bills is always a great idea in the springtime.

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What Is an Air Handler? Service Man Working on Furnace.

What Is an Air Handler?

March 31, 2025

The same goes for a heat pump. The outdoor unit might be in perfect working condition. Still, the heating and cooling process stops without an indoor evaporator coil, connecting refrigerant lines, and a fan to blow conditioned air through ductwork.

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What Are the Basics of Furnace Filters?

What Are the Basics of Furnace Filters?

March 12, 2025

Furnace filters. They’re one of those items not really on the top of everyone’s minds, but they are important and can have a big impact. At Mill Creek Heating LLC, we know with the right furnace filter, you can save money and improve your Albany indoor air quality (IAQ) in one fell swoop.

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Why Won’t My Furnace Stop Running?

February 28, 2025

ENERGY STAR® recommends keeping it 7 to 10 degrees cooler when you are sleeping during the winter to save on utility costs. 

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How Can I Lower My Heating Bill This Winter?

February 14, 2025

Our team of experts understands how high energy bills can rise, especially during peak seasons where your heating and cooling expenses increase.

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What Are Signs I Need a New Furnace?

January 31, 2025

The average life span of a furnace is 15 to 20 years, but this can vary greatly depending on how well you have maintained your system.

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Why Is the Furnace Pilot Light Going Out?

Why Is the Furnace Pilot Light Going Out?

January 17, 2025

If you ever hear your gas furnace turn on but cannot feel any warm air blowing from the vents inside your Oregon home, chances are the pilot light went out.

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What Are the Different Types of Furnaces?

December 31, 2024

You’ll be pleased to know that today’s gas furnaces burn at an efficiency rating as high as 97 percent, according to Consumer Reports.

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How to Lower Your Winter Heating Bill

December 17, 2024

We can help. Mill Creek Heating wishes more of our Stayton customers knew about the simple ways to cut heating costs during the winter.

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Why Isn’t My Furnace Heating My Entire Home? Family of three freezing in their home, huddled under a blanket to keep warm.

Why Isn’t My Furnace Heating My Entire Home?

November 29, 2024

If your furnace seems to be producing heat inconsistently around your Albany home to you, you’re not alone. Many homes have varied conditions from room to room, causing spotty heating or cooling.

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