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Tips, guides, and news on water treatment, plumbing, heating & cooling, and more from the Finken team.
Get your Drink On: Make Water Delivery Work for You this Year
“Water” you drinking this year? If you said pop or juice, it’s time to reevaluate. With the new year well underway, many people make the resolution to drink more water....
Furnace Maintenance
Coming home in the middle of winter to a freezing cold house and a furnace that won’t turn on is a nightmare.
Heated Floors: Forget the Extra Pair of Socks
Are you one of those people who wears their thickest wool socks all winter long because you can’t bear the thought of stepping even a tiptoe onto the freezing cold...
Why is my air conditioner so loud?
If your air conditioner is loud, don’t ignore it, especially if instead of a loud hum there is a loud clunking and chunking. A loud air conditioner signals that it...
What are the Cons of a Window A/C Unit?
Are you burning up or being bogged down in the heat and humidity this summer? Before you rush out to Home Depot or Walmart, buy an air conditioning unit, and...
Are Your AC Costs Through the Roof?
Are Your AC Costs Through the Roof? Kiddie pools and cold drinks help keep you cool through the heat wave, but the best option to beat the heat is to...
Air Conditioner Tune-ups for the Upcoming Summer
We’re all beyond tired of the snow and cold weather! Bring on the warm air, sandals, and backyard barbeques! Yes, you might be ready for the summer but, is your...
The Importance of Good Indoor Air Quality
Indoor air quality refers to the air quality within and around buildings and structures, especially as it relates to the health and comfort of building occupants. Most people spend about...
Frequently Asked Questions about Air Conditioners
It can be hard to find answers to your air conditioning questions when every company has their own agenda. We want to make sure you have access to all the...
Spring Cleaning Means Clean Air Ducts
Your home is meant to protect you from the Minnesota winters and while it’s easy to see how it can protect you from the weather, there’s a component of your...
How To Beat The Heat: Heat Pump Vs. A/C
With the air conditioner invented in 1902 and the heat pump invented in the 1948, these two options have been at odds in homeowners minds for more than half a...
How Geothermal HVAC Saves You Money, Energy And Make Your Home Safer
At Finken, we take pride in offering energy- and cost-saving equipment to local homeowners. While geothermal HVAC systems have been around for decades and are amazingly efficient at heating and...