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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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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

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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5 Ways to Save Money on Your AC and Summer Energy Bill

July 8, 2025

As summer approaches in Auburn, CA, most residents are all looking to save some pennies wherever possible. So why not start with your costly energy bill? After all, the US Department of Energy says air conditioning can account for 35 to 40 percent of your utility bill.

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AC Blowing Warm Air? Try These 3 Solutions First

July 4, 2025

If 4th of July temperatures weren’t enough to make you realize how nice air conditioning is, the coming weeks will be sure to help remind you.   When outside air gets above 100 degrees, you want to be sure you can rely on your air conditioning unit. But what happens when you want to cool…

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Can the water from my AC drain be used for watering

July 1, 2025

MAKI Heating & Air Conditioning – Serving Northern California Homes Since 1984 Why This Question Matters California continues to experience extended drought conditions, and homeowners are getting creative about water conservation. One customer recently asked us: “Can I use the water from my air conditioner to water my plants?” The short answer: Yes, you can…

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