Although average summer highs in the Portland area typically top out in the low 80s, Rose City homeowners who have attics unprotected by insulation and ventilation commonly experience attic heat temperatures of 120 degrees or more. This inc...
Read more →
Volatile organic compounds are harmful chemicals released into the air through a process called off-gassing. VOCs include formaldehyde, benzene, acetone, xylene and ethylene glycol. Although not all VOCs emit a noticeable odor, if you have ...
Read more →
Are you taking the plunge and upgrading your air conditioner this year? If so, you should familiarize yourself with Manual J and Manual D. By insisting that your HVAC contractor utilize these important load calculation tool...
Read more →
If you’re considering a geothermal retrofit for your home, the three most important factors are the size of your home and yard, its geology and hydrology, and the adequacy of your existing ductwork system to deliver t...
Read more →
If a technician finds a crack in your heat exchanger, your furnace will be red-tagged and taken out of service. This is done to prevent the possibility of dangerous levels of carbon monoxide from building up in your home, wh...
Read more →
A dual-fuel system is one which combines the energy-saving power of a heat pump with a supplementary oil- or gas-powered furnace. These systems provide homeowners with a buffer against sub-freezing temperatures, which vastl...
Read more →
Most homes are built with the minimum insulation required by building codes. If you’re looking to add insulation to your Portland home to prevent heat loss in the winter and heat gain in the summer, knowing what kind o...
Read more →
Your forced-air furnace is a complex system of parts that work together to keep you warm and comfortable throughout the long winter months. Understanding what these parts are and how they function as part of the system is s...
Read more →
Heat pumps provide energy-efficient heating for Portland area homeowners to a certain degree, and it’s that one degree — the balance point — where backup electric resistance heating takes over and efficien...
Read more →
Portland’s wet chilly winters don’t really gel with an open door/window policy. Air quality in a home closed up tightly can quickly deteriorate. Electronic air cleaners are a good way to combat the side effects ...
Read more →
SCHEDULE SERVICE
6990 S Anderson Rd
Aurora, OR 97002
(503) 658-9769
690 W Three Peaks Dr. #160
Sisters, OR 97759
(541) 215-8121
© 2024 ROTH. All rights reserved.
CCB# 14008
SCHEDULE SERVICE
(503) 673-6394 
CONTACT US