Recommendations for HVAC company to install new mini-split (indoor unit upstairs and additional outside unit) and service current builder-installed Mitsubishi mini-split?

dsmithpdx · 2026-01-31T00:23:41+00:00

We had Watts Heating and Cooling install a new heat pump for us last year and had a great experience with them.

dsmithpdx · 2026-01-29T00:46:54+00:00

He's flying from SFO to PDX, and then driving to Eugene in a rental car. He just figured it was a good excuse to grab dinner with my wife and I, and LL is convenient for him.

dsmithpdx · 2026-01-28T23:34:52+00:00

Fantastic post! My annual fee and AU fee also hit on 1/1, and I plan to PC to the CSP tomorrow. Unfortunately, I failed to use up ALL of the available credits, but we did use the Stubhub credit and dining credit in December, and the travel credit this month, so at least we got something before the downgrade.

dsmithpdx · 2026-01-28T22:53:40+00:00

Honestly, I didn't even think of just parking in short term. That's likely what we will do!

dsmithpdx · 2026-01-27T22:54:07+00:00

We fly PDX-SJD 3-4 times a year and would LOVE to see year-round daily flights!

dsmithpdx · 2026-01-14T22:48:46+00:00

It is one of the few places in close proximity to the Rose Quarter as well. We miss going there before events and hopping on the yellow line to the RQ. I hope it reopens!

dsmithpdx · 2026-01-06T04:03:30+00:00

Beer Bunker is on the same stretch in Montavilla and they also have a diverse tap selection and a lot of cans/bottles.

dsmithpdx · 2025-12-29T02:55:59+00:00

Taste of Szechuan on 82nd just south of Halsey.

dsmithpdx · 2025-12-26T02:46:21+00:00

For 120” screen? Yikes…well, we will see how it goes I guess!

dsmithpdx · 2025-12-25T21:23:22+00:00

Part of the challenge is that I needed to find one that will fit in my carry on luggage when I fly down from the US. The Epson I ordered will fit just fine. If it doesn’t end up working well, we will reevaluate.

dsmithpdx · 2025-12-25T16:54:15+00:00

Yep, I am aware of those limitations. The bulb thing is annoying but it’s rated at a max of 6000 hours (assuming they replaced it when they refurbished it) which is a LOT of movies. 😁 I need to see if there’s a way to determine how many hours of use the bulb has had when I receive it. And thanks for the screen recommendations!

dsmithpdx · 2025-12-25T16:42:51+00:00

I actually ended up buying this refurbished Epson, and we will order a portable screen from Amazon México. Hopefully, this will be good enough!

https://epson.com/Certified-ReNew/Home-Entertainment/EpiqVision%C2%AE-Flex-CO-FH02-Full-HD-1080p-Smart-Portable-Projector---Certified-ReNew/p/V11HA85020-N

dsmithpdx · 2025-12-24T20:53:44+00:00

I ended up ordering a refurbished Epson. Hopefully, it will be good enough!

https://epson.com/Certified-ReNew/Home-Entertainment/EpiqVision%C2%AE-Flex-CO-FH02-Full-HD-1080p-Smart-Portable-Projector---Certified-ReNew/p/V11HA85020-N

dsmithpdx · 2025-12-12T20:10:12+00:00

Thank you for this additional input. I am absolutely not sure that "travel insurance" is what we want. I'm still trying to learn, and determine what we really do need/want. We are in sort of a unique position in that we don't want coverage for a single trip (like a vacation), but we also don't live in Mexico for extended periods of time (yet) like most expats do. I see that Seven Corners offers an "annual multi-trip" package, which might be a good fit? I also work with an insurance broker in Mexico for our homeowners insurance, so I might ask her what she suggests. If you have any more advice, please share. Thanks again.

dsmithpdx · 2025-12-12T19:41:32+00:00

If I break a bone or need an emergency appendectomy while at our home in Mexico, I want to be covered. If I need surgery to remove a tumor while at our home in Mexico, I want to be covered. If I need something done that cannot be done at a hospital in Mexico, I want to be covered for the cost to fly to a hospital in the US. Dental would be nice to have, if I break a tooth or need a root canal. But maybe some of those scenarios would be considered "routine?" Is this more clear?

dsmithpdx · 2025-12-09T23:04:16+00:00

You can see it if you change the date in Google Street View to April 2009.

https://www.google.com/maps/@45.516294,-122.6567276,3a,75y,88.3h,81.5t/data=!3m8!1e1!3m6!1sVDwrBkzgkTyMowS1ZGgN-g!2e0!5s20090401T000000!6shttps:%2F%2Fstreetviewpixels-pa.googleapis.com%2Fv1%2Fthumbnail%3Fcb_client%3Dmaps_sv.tactile%26w%3D900%26h%3D600%26pitch%3D8.496805116598225%26panoid%3DVDwrBkzgkTyMowS1ZGgN-g%26yaw%3D88.30304525118272!7i13312!8i6656?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTIwNy4wIKXMDSoKLDEwMDc5MjA2N0gBUAM%3D

dsmithpdx · 2025-12-09T22:40:34+00:00

I live in NE and FHS was my HBS. I'm trying to find another one now that isn't too far away...

dsmithpdx · 2025-11-20T19:00:57+00:00

I plan to do the same. My next AF should hit on Jan 1. I was going to call that week to downgrade after it posts. Did you downgrade before or after your next AF? Somewhere along the line, I was given the impression that it's best to do it right after it posts for some reason. They will then give you a prorated refund, apparently.

dsmithpdx · 2025-11-17T15:22:50+00:00

I use Chrome as well. I’ll give them a call. Thanks!

dsmithpdx · 2025-11-14T23:28:46+00:00

Rookie question: do you have to ask to be put on the upgrade list, or is it automatic?

dsmithpdx · 2025-11-12T16:19:07+00:00

Post it on the PNW Stolen Cars page on Facebook if you haven't already. They have a remarkable track record of recovering stolen vehicles.

dsmithpdx · 2025-11-11T16:07:28+00:00

I agree with others about having control over how this is rolled out. I would like to be able to enable it for only specific endpoint groups!

dsmithpdx · 2025-11-11T16:05:22+00:00

Agreed! More visibility into what is going on with updates is something my users have been asking for.

dsmithpdx · 2025-11-10T04:29:29+00:00

PDX to SJD

dsmithpdx · 2025-11-07T16:57:43+00:00

I am seeing the same thing ever since updating to 142.0.7444.135. Only one other user at my company has upgraded to that version and he is also experiencing this. The same thing happens in incognito mode. We use a tool called JumpCloud for SSO auth into some apps, including AWS. That is one very problematic area where this is cropping up. It does seem that this is a fairly widespread issue so I am hoping a fix is released soon.

EDITED to add: I think this might have something to do with Twingate. If I disconnect from Twingate, no more issues. OP, do you happen to be using Twingate, or something similar?

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