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Gas or Electric Furnace? What You Need to Know
You can’t put a price on comfort. But you can put a price on utility bills and repair costs and maintenance when it comes to your home. With winter in full force, you might be wondering if it’s time to upgrade your HVAC system; begging the question, gas or electric furnace? Both have life expectancies around 20 years when properly maintained. While gas can save you a significant amount... -
4 Signs Your Furnace Needs Maintenance
To prevent expensive repairs (and maintain your priceless comfort) pay attention to these 4 common signs your furnace requires maintenance. Noise Loud sounds are a solid indicator your furnace has airflow reductions, a clogged burner or a mechanical problem. Scraping indicates a worn-out ball bearing. A high-pitched squeal, on the other hand, means you could have a frayed or slipped blower belt. If this is the case, you should turn your... -
What You Need to Know About Heating in the San Diego Area
San Diego is a wonderfully distinct place. Not only in terms of what it offers its residents, but how homes and businesses operate within its unique climate zones. To determine what heating method is best for a home or building, there are a few important factors to consider. Location in San Diego The San Diego area has several distinct climate zones where temperatures can vary considerably within just... -
How Efficient is Your Furnace?
Tis’ the season to fire up the furnace and spend for the holidays. Without knowing the basics of heating efficiency, homeowners are at risk for unnecessary (and expensive) energy costs and HVAC hazards. The Standard of Heating Efficiency If a problem is preventing your furnace from operating at an 80% annual fuel use efficiency (AFUE) rating, then your furnace could be at serious risk. But what does that mean?... -
Repair or Replace? When to Upgrade Your Heating System
A furnace is a major appliance and the health of a heating system is fundamental to the comfort in your home or building. Replacing your outdated, inefficient heating system with a new one can seem like an overwhelming project, but when it comes to long-term savings, it’s important to know when it’s time to upgrade. If your heating system is over the age of 10 years old or is... -
Furnace Troubleshooting: Heat Pump Not Blowing Hot Air
Is your heat pump blowing cold air instead of warm? This is a common problem that has various causes with your heat pump unit. Before you troubleshoot your heating pump, understand some of these common causes. Heat Pump Compressor Not Operating The compressor is the part of your heating system that circulates refrigerant that absorbs and releases heat as it travels between the indoor and outdoor units. Your compressor needs to cool the coolant... -
Furnace Safety and DIY Preventative Maintenance
People don’t often think of their HVAC systems as needing to be maintained, but making sure your heating system is working correctly is critical in keeping your home comfortable and safe. Learn the risks of an outdated or faulty furnace and what you can do to avoid health and fire risks, increase the lifespan of your furnace and energy efficiency, and improve indoor air quality. Furnace Hazards Furnaces 10...
