We receive thousands of questions year-round here at West Allis Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, & Electrical, but the most popular one this time of year is always, “Why won’t my furnace turn on?” Whether it be in person, via telephone, live chats, or emails, we [...]
Let’s face it, 2020 has been a difficult year for all of us and we can’t wait to see the Times Square Ball drop in just a few weeks ‒ with our fingers crossed for a better 2021. Financial struggles have been one of [...]
One of the most common questions we get online, over the phone, or at trade shows is always, “How much does a new furnace cost?”The question is a valid one and it comes from many different sources - the new homeowner, the homeowner who hasn’t [...]
In the United States, 2020 has been full of uncertainty, chaos, and unrest due to social issues, politics, and the outbreak of COVID-19. While most of the year has been full of disappointment and setbacks, we like to focus on the positive here at [...]
It happened yet again…the Wisconsin summer has come and gone too soon and we're suddenly getting our Halloween decorations out. That’s right, six-plus months of frigid temperatures are upon us. This means it’s time (or even overdue) to make sure your furnace is tuned-up [...]
When it comes time to service, repair, upgrade, or replace your heating and cooling systems, the options can be overwhelming with the countless HVAC companies in your area. Who can you trust? Who will be here on time? Are you getting a fair price? [...]
Let’s face it, summer is coming to an end and Wisconsin’s relentless winter will be here before we’re ready for it. That means it’s time for homeowners to prepare for the switch from air conditioning to heat. Is Your Tune-Up or Upgrade Scheduled? Getting [...]
A lot of questions have been asked about the switch from R-22 to R-410A. We want to help educate the general public about this issue. AC units are no longer made with R-22, and R-22 production is illegal. However, R-22 will still be available [...]
How Pandemic Closures Affected AC SupplyCOVID-19 has impacted many businesses this year. The HVAC industry included. Many manufacturing facilities were forced to close due to the pandemic. This has created a shortage of central air conditioning units. The shortage is not specific to any [...]
Spring is here, let the cleaning begin! Getting your home ready for spring and summer usually means some cleaning is in store. Many of us dust, get rid of unwanted items, and tidy up the yard. Something we should not forget to clean is [...]
There are many different precautionary actions that can be taken to help fight cold and flu viruses. Some of the best ways to fight the flu are not always obvious. This flu season, help fight germs with your furnace while keeping the following in [...]
An early indicator that a heating system needs professional repair is when strange, unpleasant odors start to come from the vents. There are a few common smells that occur when certain elements on a furnace begin to go; they are rotten eggs, burning wires, and [...]
Changing your HVAC filter is one of the easiest tasks to do to keep your home healthy. Here are a few positive things regularly changing your air filter can do to better your home.A Healthier HomeBreathing cleaner air creates healthier people. During cold and flu [...]
Air filters are often forgotten about, and not changed regularly. This is unfortunate since they make a huge difference in the quality of the air inside your home. You are inside majority of the day, you should make sure the air you are breathing [...]
Prepare Your Furnace for Wisconsin WinterIn the same way that you would perform regular maintenance on your car, performing annual maintenance on your furnace is a similar necessity. You want to be sure that your furnace is ready, and functioning perfectly when you need it. [...]
Ventilation and Indoor Air QualityThe majority of HVAC professionals talk about the temperature side of our business. This is common because keeping cool or staying warm is the customer’s main concern. Indoor air quality is just as important, or even more [...]
It’s very difficult to determine what HVAC system is best for your home. With all of the products and brands available, West Allis Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, & Electrical and Air Conditioning wants to tell you why Daikin is the brand [...]
Humidity is the increase of moisture in the air. When humidity is high, the temperature feels much hotter than it actually is. This increase in temperature can make many of us feel uncomfortable in our own homes. West Allis Heating, Cooling, [...]
In extreme heat and high humidity your central air conditioner runs constantly to maintain a comfortable home temperature. This is a lot of work for your air conditioner and sometimes it won’t keep up with your thermostat setting, or worse, it [...]
High school students were encouraged to apply for college and further their education for many years. While college is one way to excel your future, this may not be the best route for everyone. The trades are a field that will [...]
We have been helping residents of Milwaukee, WI, and the surrounding communities keep their furnace and air conditioning systems up to date since 1959.
Address: 201 S Hawley Ct
Milwaukee, WI 53214
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