Most Common Plumbing Problems

by NW Mechanical | Jan 24, 2014 | Tips

Plumbing problems are one of the top issues that can affect any Seattle home one time or another.  Read about the top 5 most common plumbing problems here and why you shouldn’t delay repair. Leaky faucets.  Don’t ignore a leaky faucet!  Not only is it wasteful, but it...

Common Questions About Geothermal Heat

by NW Mechanical | Jan 20, 2014 | Geothermal

Are you considering installing a geothermal energy system for your Seattle home?  Here are some answers to the most commonly asked questions about geothermal heat pumps. I know a geothermal energy system can heat my home, but can it keep it cool, too? Yes!  One of the...

New Year’s Resolutions for Your Home

by NW Mechanical | Jan 3, 2014 | Air Conditioning

Photo by Brett Monroe. Happy New Year to all our NW Mechanical customers!  Caring and maintaining your home’s heating and cooling systems is one of the most important homeowner tasks.  Seattle HVAC customers can read our top home heating and cooling resolutions to...

Why Replace Knob & Tube

by NW Mechanical | Nov 20, 2013 | Tips

Photo by Laura Scudder. You can still find knob and tube electrical wiring in many old homes in Seattle.  Is yours one of them? Not only is knob and tube wiring a safety hazard, but many insurance companies will refuse to ensure a home that has this type of out-dated...