<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Elkair]]></title><description><![CDATA[Elkair]]></description><link>https://www.elkair.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:08:32 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.elkair.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[How Often Should You Service Your AC?]]></title><description><![CDATA[This is something we get asked a lot usually once the weather starts warming up. The short answer is: Once a year   The best time is in the spring, before your system is running every day.   Why Once a Year Matters Your AC sits for months without being used, then suddenly it’s expected to run every day.   Over time, things build up or wear down: dirt and debris airflow restrictions normal wear on parts   A yearly check helps catch those early before they turn into bigger problems.   What...]]></description><link>https://www.elkair.com/post/how-often-should-you-service-your-ac</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69ea58ecbbc0f3ff74493584</guid><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:47:25 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/08c81e_d2849a2c1c1a4e99833bdd667bacd03a~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Elk Air</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Your AC Smells When You First Turn It On (And When to Worry)]]></title><description><![CDATA[The first time you turn your AC on for the season, it’s not uncommon to notice a smell. We get calls about this every spring. Sometimes it’s completely normal. Other times, it’s a sign something needs checked. Here’s how to tell the difference. A Dusty or “Burning Dust” Smell If your system has been sitting all winter, dust can build up on components. When you turn it on, that dust burns off and can create a temporary smell. This is usually normal and should go away after a short time. A...]]></description><link>https://www.elkair.com/post/why-your-ac-smells-when-you-first-turn-it-on-and-when-to-worry</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69ea55b0b17cf497ceb441b5</guid><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:33:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/08c81e_ee9aac40c0c44e82b29373b06da10ede~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Elk Air</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[AC Running But Not Cooling? Here’s What We Check First (Western PA Guide)]]></title><description><![CDATA[AC Running But Not Cooling? Here’s Where We Start If your AC is running but your house still feels warm, something’s off. We get this call all the time during the summer in Western PA—and in a lot of cases, it ends up being something simple. Other times, it’s a bigger issue starting to show up early. Either way, here are the first things we check when we’re out on a call. 1. Thermostat Settings It sounds basic, but this is one of the most common issues we see. Make sure: It’s set to cool (not...]]></description><link>https://www.elkair.com/post/ac-running-but-not-cooling-here-s-what-we-check-first-western-pa-guide</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69ea4235b17cf497ceb41c08</guid><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:00:57 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/08c81e_a665967265c248639f1e4b3530d75fdc~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Elk Air</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>