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Furnace Maintenance and Winter Energy Saving Tips

December 15, 2025

It’s understandable that home maintenance tasks can fall by the wayside. Many homeowners in Auburn follow the old saying: “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” Life gets busy, and other priorities tend to creep in each month, eating away at your time and budget.

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Is Your Heating System Ready for California Winter?

November 26, 2025

Winters here in California can get pretty cold, and sometimes dangerously so. If you want to stay warm, safe, and comfortable no matter how low the temperature drops, preparing your heating system beforehand is essential.

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Why Buying a Heat Pump Instead of a Furnace Makes Sense

November 12, 2025

Want to heat and cool your Foresthill, home, reduce your carbon footprint, and simplify your HVAC setup—all at the same time?

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Fall HVAC Maintenance Tips to Prepare for Winter

October 31, 2025

Fall is the ideal season to schedule a comprehensive checkup for your HVAC system with Maki Heating & Air Conditioning.

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What’s That Smell Coming From My Furnace?

October 15, 2025

If your furnace is producing a strange smell, you should always treat it with caution. While the cause for the odor may be benign, it could just as easily be harmful to inhale. When in doubt, always open windows to ensure ventilation, and evacuate your Grass Valley, home.

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2025 HVAC Tax Incentive Changes: What You Need to Know

September 30, 2025

Upgrading your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system is an investment that pays off in comfort, energy savings—and right now, major federal tax incentives.

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An air source heat pump on the side of a home and an HVAC technician discussing paperwork with a homeowner.

What Is a Heat Pump?

September 15, 2025

Imagine if your air conditioner and furnace teamed up into one super-efficient system—kind of like a superhero duo for your home comfort. That’s basically what a heat pump is.

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Back to School, Back to Savings: Energy-Efficient Upgrades for Your Home

August 22, 2025

As the kids head back to school and routines start to shift, it’s the perfect time for homeowners throughout Grass Valley, to take stock of their home’s energy use—and make a few smart upgrades that can lead to serious savings.

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Whole-House Fans vs. Attic Fans

Whole-House Fans vs. Attic Fans

August 15, 2025

Whole-house fans and attic fans play significant roles in enhancing air circulation and reducing reliance on air conditioning systems.

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3 Signs It’s Time For a New AC

July 18, 2025

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, high-efficiency air conditioners can reduce energy usage by 20 to 50 percent per year.

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