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Ask Dirk: Why Should I Have a Carbon Monoxide Detector?
June 10, 2026
Ask Dirk Categories Air Conditioning Air Quality Community Energy Savings HVAC System Portable Air Cleaners Uncategorized In This Article Short Answer: Yes, Carbon Monoxide Is Invisible, Dangerous, and Detectable Only With an Alarm What is […]
Ask Dirk: Does the Humidity Level in Your Home Affect Your Health?
May 11, 2026
Ask Dirk: Does the Humidity Level in Your Home Affect Your Health? Short Answer: Yes — Both Too Little and Too Much Humidity Can Affect Your Health. Indoor humidity levels play an important role in […]
Ask Dirk: 7 Reasons Your Air Filter May Not Be Working Correctly
May 11, 2026
Ask Dirk: 7 Reasons Your Air Filter May Not Be Working Correctly. Short Answer: Air Filters Work Best When Airflow, Fit, and System Design All Work Together. Your HVAC air filter is designed to remove […]
Ask Dirk: Should I Humidify My Home?
May 5, 2026
Ask Dirk: Should I Humidify My Home? Short Answer: Many Nevada Homes Benefit From Added Humidity — But Not All Need It. In Nevada’s high desert climate, indoor humidity levels are often much lower than […]
Ask Dirk: What Are My Options When Buying or Replacing an Air Conditioner?
August 17, 2025
Ask Dirk: What Are My Options When Buying or Replacing an Air Conditioner? Overwhelmed by your choices when purchasing an air conditioner? Central air conditioners fall into three categories based on your budget and what […]
Roper’s HVAC continues KOLOCares Fan Drive Legacy in Carson City
July 8, 2025
https://roperhvac.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/394929_RopersHVAC_Community_30.mp4 It's that time of year again! KOLOCares has begun the 2025 Fan Drive and we are looking for new, in-the-box fans for Carson City seniors in need this summer. Roper's Heating and Air […]
Honoring the Heart of Home Comfort: Thanking our staff who keep Northern Nevada safe and comfortable
June 4, 2025
At Roper’s Heating and Air Conditioning, comfort is more than a service, it’s a promise. Since 1978, our family-owned business has served Northern Nevada with precision, professionalism, and heart. And at the core of it […]
How You Can Improve Your Indoor Air Quality
February 7, 2025
February is National Care About Your Indoor Air Month. During these cold winter months, you probably find yourself spending more time indoors than outside. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, Americans spend up to 90% […]
Ask Dirk: How to Operate Your HVAC System in Extreme Heat or Cold Pt. 2
November 8, 2024
In our last column, we discussed how warm a home can get during the summer months and the proper way to set your thermostat to combat that. In this part, we will talk about our […]
Ask Dirk: How to Operate Your HVAC System in Extreme Heat or Cold Pt. 1
October 3, 2024
It’s been a long, hot summer. As happens during any extended hot or cold streak, we get calls from people concerned that their system is taking too long to make their home comfortable. Sometimes, the […]
Ask Dirk: How To Prepare Your Home for Spring
March 20, 2024
Spring is practically here! It’s time to prepare your home for the new season ahead, so we’ve prepared a Spring-Cleaning guide, complete with tips for cleaning your home and preparing your HVAC system for warmer […]
Ask Dirk: What Should I Know About Heat Pumps?
December 5, 2023
Heat pumps are an energy-efficient and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional HVAC systems. They provide both heating and cooling for year-round comfort. In this blog post, we will discuss how heat pumps work, their advantages […]
Roper’s HVAC delivers 50 new fans for Carson City seniors
July 20, 2023
Dirk Roper, owner and CEO of Roper’s Heating and Air Conditioning, pulled up to the Carson City Senior Center with a pallet full of 50 brand new fans to donate as part of the KOLOCares […]
Ask Dirk: Why Should I Have a Carbon Monoxide Detector?
February 27, 2023
Carbon Monoxide, or CO, alarms are designed to alert you of any build-up of CO in your home. According to the CDC, CO is an odorless, colorless gas found in homes. Sources include fumes from […]
Why Should I Replace My HVAC System?
January 5, 2023
Replacing your HVAC system is an investment. In fact, it’s one of the five largest expenses most homeowners incur. With that in mind, here are four reasons you should consider when thinking about an HVAC […]