For a classic, older home or business, an HVAC retrofit, done as part of a historic buildings conservation project, requires the expertise of trained HVAC professionals. The goal in such a preservation is to keep as much of the existing space and finishes as possible. At Derr Heating, we think of it as traveling “Back...
Taking a dip in the Sol Duc Hot Springs is one of the top bucket list things to do in the in Olympic National Park that is right outside our doors here on the Olympic Peninsula.One of the really cool things about Sol Duc Hot Springs is the pools look like normal swimming pools. There are actually three...
Severe weather shelters are open Monday, Feb. 13 and Tuesday, Feb. 14 at four locations. The shelters provide a safe and warm place for people to stay. Guests must check in before 9 p.m. Free rides to shelters are available: call 360-373-3000 before 7 p.m. Details on locations, hours of operation and rules for guests...
if you haven’t considered the location of your thermostat, you could be seeing your heating and cooling bills headed in the wrong direction. Not only can the right thermostat location save you money on your utility bills year-round, proper thermostat placement can make your heating and cooling more energy efficient while still keeping you comfortable....
What is High-Performance HVAC? High-performance HVAC is all about delivering the highest possible equipment performance to you, our customer, right out of the box. The HVAC equipment you have installed by Derr Heating should be able to deliver the health, comfort, safety, reliability, and efficiency you expect. Although HVAC contractors can’t control what is shipped by...
For all the appeal of cooking with gas (a concept bolstered by aggressive lobbying and advertising from the natural gas industry), it is increasingly being shown to be bad or the environment, emitting greenhouse gases like methane into the atmosphere. A recent study demonstrated that 75% of these emissions occur when the stove is off. ...
There’s never been a better time than the new year of 2023 to improve the efficiency and economy of your home energy and climate control. At Derr Heating and Cooling, we like to refer to this as making the “The Great Indoors” more comfortable and livable. Here on the Olympic Peninsula we are surrounded by the beauty...
Welcome to the Won-DERR-ful Derr Hearting & Cooling Blog! This is a place we hope you will return to, again and again, for the latest news, insights, advice and helpful hints. For our first installment, here are five reasons we love what we do — and we think you will too! 1. HVAC is Hot!...
The world of HVAC equipment will take a big step forward in efficiency and eco-friendliness in 2023. What Is Changing in 2023? The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) will raise the minimum efficiency standards for air-source heat pumps and central air conditioners starting next year. Systems sold in the U.S. beginning Jan. 1, 2023, must meet those minimum...
The name Derr can be traced back to a very tasty refreshment in the form of a delicious beverage. Tucked away in the small city of Boonville, Indiana sits Derr’s Soda, makers of a sparkling variety of soda pop in amazing flavors like strawberry, pineapple, orange and grape. The Derr’s business is old. It’s so...
