2024-04-05 05:00
Minnesotans love talking about the weather! Enduring the weather? Not as much. Our winters easily see the mercury plunge below zero, while our summer temps can top 100 degrees Fahrenheit &nd&hell…Read More
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2024-03-12 18:07
When you think about maintaining a healthy home environment, air quality should be at the top of your list. Air purifiers play a crucial role in this by cleaning the air you breathe every d… Read More
2024-03-12 18:06
Remaining comfortable indoors as the mercury climbs is a blessing of modern technology. Widely available home cooling solutions were introduced in the 1940s, and since then Americans have b… Read More
2024-03-12 17:47
If you live in a home constructed before the 1940s, odds are it wasn’t built with an HVAC system in place. And while there is so much to love about the character of older homes, the s… Read More
2024-01-20 06:05
One of the more common but least understood acronyms in the world of HVAC technology is AFUE. This is one of the primary ways furnace efficiency is measured and reported—but what does… Read More
2023-12-27 06:00
Does your head ever spin when talking about your HVAC system? With all the technical terms, acronyms, and other jargon thrown around, it can be easy to get lost in the jargon.
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2023-12-11 06:00
Winters in Minnesota can be long and brutal, so it’s vital to have a reliable and efficient heating system. While any furnace will keep you warm, a high-efficiency furnace offers seve… Read More
2023-12-01 06:00
As the temperatures drop and winter approaches, it’s important to have a reliable and efficient home heating system. Choosing the right type of furnace for your home is a decision tha… Read More
2023-11-20 17:28
If you smell burning when your furnace kicks on or coming from the furnace itself, it’s likely there is a problem that needs to be addressed. Here are the most common causes of that a… Read More
2023-11-20 06:41
A leaking furnace is a concern that should be addressed immediately. Neglecting the issue can lead to extensive damage, costly repairs, and potential safety hazards. Fortunately, with the r… Read More
2023-11-06 06:36
As the winter months roll in and the temperature drops, you may face the challenge of keeping your home warm and cozy. If you’re struggling to heat your home effectively during cold s… Read More
2023-10-12 05:38
Keeping your furnace running is a must around here, But the pursuit of warmth can sometimes inadvertently lead to an imbalance in indoor humidity, affecting both our health and the conditio… Read More
2023-09-20 05:00
You rely on your HVAC system to keep your home nice and warm in the winter and pleasantly cool in the summer. But there’s more to how an HVAC system works than “makes air hot&rd&helli…Read More
2023-09-06 05:10
Choosing the right size air conditioning (AC) unit for your house is crucial to ensure optimal comfort, energy efficiency, and good working order of your air conditioning system.
An u… Read More
2023-08-30 05:42
Fresh air in your home is one of those things that is easy to take for granted… until something causes you to have trouble with it. Pollen, dust, and other airborne contaminants can… Read More
2023-08-03 06:26
It’s a common refrain you’ll hear from every HVAC professional, including us: HVAC maintenance is important. After all, it’s easier to keep something well maintained with a… Read More
2023-07-25 05:39
It started with smartphones. Now you can have a smart car, a smartwatch, and even smart HVAC systems in your home. With all the bells and whistles that come with smart appliances, it can be… Read More
2023-07-11 06:51
Winterizing your AC unit is essential, especially in places like Minnesota that experience long, harsh winters. When you take care of your AC unit, you can ensure it remains in good conditio… Read More
2023-06-08 19:09
There are a lot of options out there when it comes to hiring an HVAC professional. It can be overwhelming to sift through all the selections and find the right fit. Luckily, there are some q… Read More
2023-05-25 05:32
If you’ve been trying to become more eco-friendly over the past few years, you are not alone. With climate change and inflation, there are both environmental and economic reasons to l… Read More
2023-05-04 07:19
If you’re running your household on a budget, you are not alone. With rising food costs (hello $7 eggs) and general inflation, many families are looking for ways to save money in both… Read More
2023-04-13 05:27
Spring is finally here! As you jump into seasonal cleaning and sorting around the house, this is also a great time to look into home maintenance. There are parts of your home that have been… Read More
2023-03-28 05:30
Furnace filters, also known as air filters, are necessary components that not only keep your home’s air clean, but also help extend the life of your furnace. However, homeowners have a… Read More
2023-03-23 21:14
During transitional times like fall and spring, the temperature can fluctuate a lot. One day it’s warm, the next day it’s cold. Regardless, you need your heat to keep working so… Read More
2023-02-21 20:20
Heat pumps are becoming a popular option for heating and cooling in Minnesota. But are they effective as a year-round heating and cooling source? More importantly, can they stand up to our s… Read More
2023-01-17 06:05
When tax season comes around, anything that can help your bottom line is a plus. For homeowners, looking into house-related purchases can often lead to tax savings. For example, there are f… Read More
2023-01-10 06:56
As winter takes hold, you’re probably spending more time indoors where your furnace keeps things nice and cozy. Whether you’re more of a quiet night under a blanket with a… Read More
2022-12-06 13:07
The whole point of having a good heating system in your home is to keep things nice and toasty during the cold months. So, if you find your furnace blowing lukewarm air into your house on a… Read More
2022-11-29 06:30
While it would be wonderful if AC units and furnaces could last forever, everything, even your home appliances, have a lifespan. For an HVAC system, a good one will last you 10-20 years. If… Read More
2022-11-21 06:04
Once fall and winter hit, it’s time to get cozy at home. While blankets, hot tea, and candles all help set the indoor ambiance, our furnaces are really what keep us warm througho… Read More
2022-11-10 06:32
When you’re managing a household, every cent counts. Control of your energy costs is a great way to manage your home budget while keeping your family cool. Still, it can be challengin… Read More
2022-11-01 05:34
There are lots of things we want our heaters to be: efficient, quiet, warm. One characteristic that we don’t want in a furnace is odor. It’s safe to say that smelly things aren… Read More
2022-10-26 05:46
Whether you see it on bread, walls, or a shower curtain, mold is never a good sign. The same goes for mold in air conditioners. Mold can cause severe allergy symptoms and a lot of discomfor… Read More
2022-10-05 05:00
If it’s a hot day but your AC unit isn’t turning on, your home can get pretty uncomfortable pretty quickly. Even if you have been keeping up with your summertime HVAC maintenanc… Read More
2022-10-03 05:00
Air conditioning is one of the best ways to stay cool on a hot summer day. That’s why staying current with routine maintenance and changing out your air filter every month are so impo… Read More
2022-08-25 05:31
When considering options for air conditioning units, the choice is usually framed as window unit versus central air. But there is a third option: a mini-split AC system. In this blog post, w… Read More
2022-08-23 05:18
The Minnesota State Fair is upon us, and with it the perennial question: what’s the best way to stay cool at the fair? There are lots of effective ways to stay cool, such as staying h… Read More
2022-07-20 05:26
Summers don’t last very long in Minnesota. If you don’t have anything to do, make the most of a summer day and take a little adventure to check out some of these out-of-the-way… Read More
2022-07-06 05:14
Summer in Minnesota can be brutally hot. Those long, hot days can put a lot of strain on your air conditioner—sometimes too much strain. If your air conditioner breaks, Welter can fix… Read More
2022-06-21 15:56
June 21 is the summer solstice, aka the longest day of the year. We recently wrote about how Minneapolis has the longest skyway system in the world, but on the longest day of the year we are… Read More
2022-06-07 15:51
The best part about summer in Minneapolis is the abundance of things to do outside. That’s also kind of the worst part: there are so many events! How does one begin to choose? Do… Read More
2022-05-24 05:00
Springtime always brings some pretty big thunderstorms to the Twin Cities. Love them or hate them, Minneapolis thunderstorms can pack a punch, sometimes leaving houses without power. Y… Read More
2022-05-10 17:43
Here at Welter Heating, we definitely like to trade jokes about heating and cooling–no matter how tangentially related. Check out some of our favorite heating and cooling jokes!
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2022-04-18 05:25
Spring is a great time to freshen up your house from the inside out. Many people use this time to go purge clothes, change seasonal décor, and clean those nooks and crannies that have… Read More
2022-03-24 16:35
We all love interesting facts about Minneapolis. This is a very shareable list loaded with factoids not usually found on other lists.
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2022-03-10 18:00
Spring officially starts on Sunday, March 20th. For many Minneapolis residents, the changing of the season cannot come soon enough. With all the snow and frigid temperatures, we are due for… Read More
2022-02-17 18:42
Summer doesn’t officially start until June. Still, there’s no reason why we can’t be looking forward to sunnier days to help keep us warm in these colder months. One of the… Read More
2022-02-10 06:00
When it comes to the city of Minneapolis, it’s safe to say locals have a lot of pride. Home of musical legends like Prince, 22 of the state’s most beautiful lakes, and a one-of-a… Read More
2022-01-26 08:04
Your furnace keeps you warm inside, but there is so much to do outside. Here are six events happening in the Twin Cities this winter.
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2022-01-18 14:15
Tired of sitting inside for the winter? Learn 6 ways to stay warm outside and enjoy your patio all winter long.
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2021-10-26 05:20
Just like our own bodies, the inner workings of our homes are complex. Hundreds of different pieces coming together to give us what we need to survive. With our bodies, these pieces in… Read More
2021-10-12 19:15
Most HVAC air filters look the same. This can make picking the right one challenging for anyone, even the most DIY-savvy homeowner. Without the right prior knowledge, you can become ov… Read More
2021-07-27 05:09
In many technical and service industries, there’s a language that goes beyond normal, everyday understanding. This lingo is unique to the companies and vendors that use it, which usual… Read More
2021-07-15 05:05
What do you think of first when someone mentions summer? Is it the bright sun, cool water, and fresh breezes? Time off from work, gatherings with family, vacations, and celebration? At Welte… Read More
2021-06-28 05:16
What does the term MERV stand for and why is it important? Learn more from the latest in Welter Heating’s HVAC Terms Defined blog series.
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2021-06-14 05:10
Learn how to clean mold out of your window air conditioning unit to protect your home’s air quality with help from the team at Welter Heating.
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2021-05-04 05:02
In every specialty service industry, from HVAC to plumbing, there’s a language. This language is filled with all of the unique terms, definitions, and labels that are learned from spen… Read More
2021-04-19 14:55
A beloved pet can bring a lot to your home. It can bring peace, companionship, and love. It can bring fun, energy, and laughter. Of course, it can also bring fur, fluff, and sneeze-inducing… Read More
2021-03-30 05:17
You know your home better than anyone else. You know the squeak on the third step into the basement, the kitchen cupboard that only closes completely if you slam it, and the safe hidden behi… Read More
2021-02-24 06:20
If you have a plan to sell your home, you’re probably interested in getting the best offers possible when it finally goes up for sale. If not, then what’s the point of selling at… Read More
2021-02-10 06:16
Welcome to the new year. There are twelve months ahead of you just waiting for you to make the most of them. Whatever you want to do, you can do it – and now is the perfect time to mak… Read More
2021-01-27 06:00
Did you know that the coldest day in the documented history of Minnesota happened on February 2nd, 1996? A temperature of -60 degrees Farenheit was measured in St. Louis County, near Tower… Read More
2021-01-13 06:00
More than 50 million Americans suffer from allergies each year, according to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (AAAAI). From just the slightest irritant like poll… Read More
2020-12-22 06:34
Excess moisture within a home can cause a plethora of issues for homeowners: mold, damage to furniture, exacerbation of health issues like asthma, and more. That begs the question: what can… Read More
2020-12-08 06:29
Nobody wants to deal with a pest infestation. They cost time, money, and pace of mind. They’re gross. They’re stressful. They’re also more preventable than you might realiz… Read More
2020-11-23 06:18
When tested, most HVAC systems – both commercial and residential – can find themselves between 20 and 30% too high or low when it comes to airflow. What this means, in a nutshell… Read More
2020-11-06 06:07
Your thermostat is like your home’s brain: it tells your heating when and how to heat and your cooling when and how to cool. It helps you stay comfortable year round, season aft… Read More
2020-10-21 05:37
Did you know that the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics has predicted that over the next decade, chances of getting a job as an HVAC installer or mechanic will be better than ever? To be speci… Read More
2020-10-07 05:00
Close your eyes. Take in a deep breath through your nose. Count to eight in your mind. Exhale. Felt good, right? Breathing does feel good. It keeps us alive after all. It’s also one of… Read More
2020-09-23 05:31
Hidden mold is any mold problem that isn’t in-your-face obvious. These sorts of issues typically occur behind, beneath, or within other areas in your home. Your hide-outs, your… Read More
2020-09-09 05:15
The last six months or so have been a harrowing time for people worldwide due to the prevalence of Covid-19. Our communities, near and far, are consistently and continually doing thei… Read More
2020-08-26 05:10
Flood damage is no joke. The intergovernmental economic group, the Organisation for Economic Co-Operation and Development, conducts international surveys on annual losses due to flood events… Read More
2020-08-12 05:06
Precipitation has been up in the state of Minnesota so far this year. June was wet and warm, with July following suit. Some storms recorded this year were capable of dropping more tha… Read More
2020-07-28 05:38
Go on and do a quick online search for heating services in Minneapolis. Here’s what you’ll find: a lot of different companies all offering the same services. It’s obvious t… Read More
2020-07-14 05:22
There’s nothing quite like summer in the Twin Cities. The air is warm, the lakes are sparkling, the trees wave in the breeze, and birds chirp away on every street-corner. Because… Read More
2020-06-23 05:40
Mold is no joke. Studies have found that each year mold ends up destroying more wood than all fire and termite damage combined. Not to mention the troubles it can cause for people’s he… Read More
2020-06-09 05:22
Summertime is here. With it comes ice cream cones, endless sunshine, and a marked increase in the percentage of people looking to buy and sell their homes. There’s no denying tha… Read More
2020-05-27 05:53
It’s rare that a business lasts over 100 years. It’s even more rare when that same business is family owned and ran. We are proud to be one of those businesses. We&rs&hell…Read More
2020-05-13 05:41
Mold. Mildew. Fungal growth. Whatever it’s called, we all know one thing for sure: we don’t want it in our homes. Unfortunately, Minnesota’s climate comes with damp… Read More
2020-04-08 05:49
At this time of year, we typically like to remind our community members of all the cool things they can do within Welter Heating’s expansive service area. Minnesota is chock full of in… Read More
2020-02-24 15:22
Today, innovation is moving faster than ever before. It feels as though new advancements in technology, machinery, programming, and service are being developed every day. And it’s not… Read More
2019-12-18 06:44
Being a homeowner is expensive. Sure, a mortgage is cheaper than rent, and you’re building equity. Still, there are sizable recurring costs in homeownership. Repairs. Utilities. Projec… Read More
2019-11-13 06:38
Is your relationship with your furnace very on-again, off-again? While all furnaces cycle, if you’re not getting what you need from your furnace—that would be heat and effi… Read More
2019-10-30 05:04
Fall is a scary time. Sure, there’s Halloween but there are also the walking dead in line at the coffee shop, the color-drained vampires deprived of sun, and the yetis bundled up in la… Read More
2019-10-23 05:07
September brings with it many things. The appearance of yellow buses and orange leaves. Finding comfort in a hot cup of coffee instead of a cold can of soda. Half-on, half-off sweater days… Read More
2019-10-09 05:42
You may have heard that the quality of indoor air is often more polluted than outdoor air. So, why not just open a window? While letting in fresh air is an excellent way to improve air flow… Read More
2019-09-04 05:00
The official end of summer is behind us, and we have a few short weeks for a last summer-like “Hurrah!” with daytime temperatures hovering in the 70s. Before you turn on your har… Read More
2019-08-28 05:08
School is back in session. The nights are getting cooler. The leaves are beginning to change color. That’s right. Fall is on its way. And if you’re looking to get out and enjoy t… Read More
2019-07-30 05:57
Minnesota summers are as hot as our winters are cold, leaving us all thankful that air conditioning exists. But to combat the summer heat, many homeowners wonder, “what temperature sho… Read More
2019-07-23 19:14
You know the feeling. You’re trying to enjoy the outdoors, but you’re hot, uncomfortable, kind of sticky, and desperate for a cool, fresh breath of air. When you just can’t… Read More
2019-06-20 05:02
Few modern luxuries are as magical and necessary as air conditioning. In areas like Minnesota, the weather has a mind of its own, and although we experience our fair share of sub-zero temps… Read More
2019-06-03 05:03
Think back to the first time you saw your home. Likely part of a series of homes you toured, the house of your dreams eventually caught your eye, satisfying your sense of style and your budg… Read More
2019-05-31 05:13
The Twins are on a roll! And we’re celebrating their dominant lead of the AL Central with another Twins Ticket Trivia Contest. If you haven’t played with us before, it’s si… Read More
2019-05-20 05:59
Spring has arrived, and so have warmer temperatures. As the weather warms up, you’ve already started to hang your coats back in closets, throw boots into baskets, and dump scarv… Read More
2019-05-06 05:52
Achoo! Sound familiar? For allergy sufferers, enjoying the beauty of the great outdoors is often compromised by sniffles and sneezes. In fact, more than 50 million people in the United State… Read More
2019-04-26 14:59
Wow! Our first Twins ticket trivia contest of the season was one for the record books. We had over 150 entrants, and we want to thank each and every one of you for playing. Now, onto the win… Read More
2019-04-05 05:23
Shorts with sweatshirts, socks with sandals, sunglasses with snowsuits … only in Minnesota will you find locals dressed in outrageous combinations like these. And only because the wea… Read More
2019-04-05 05:13
Another year, another Twins Ticket Trivia Contest! We know that this winter has been rough for Minnesotans. From the crippling cold of the Polar Vortex to record snowfalls and now on to pote… Read More
2019-03-04 21:32
Minnesotans pride themselves on toughing out some of the coldest, windiest, and snowiest winters in the country. Subzero temperatures and three-foot piles of snow are no match for us. We&rsq&hell…Read More
2019-02-15 06:58
Noises. Smells. Cold air. There are a lot of signs that something could be wrong with your furnace. But with so many signs of trouble, it’s often hard to tell what’s actually wro… Read More
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