HVAC

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...

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?...

Troubleshoot a Frozen AC

A frozen air conditioner (AC) unit during the heat of summer may seem like an oxymoron, but it is actually a very common problem for homeowners. A frozen AC system can quickly cause a nice summer day to go awry. Here is the information you need to prevent, troubleshoot and repair a frozen air conditioner. How do I know if my Air Conditioner is frozen? The first sign is leaking...

5 Steps to Purchase a New AC

Buying a new Air Conditioner is a big investment – and one that should be carefully considered. When shopping for a new AC, homeowners need to weigh their priorities with price. To get the results you want from your new AC investment, you should schedule an evaluation, research available financing options and rebates and compare features, prices, and products. Going through this due process will result in lower energy bills, increased indoor comfort,...

Seasonal Secret to AC Savings

Homeowners need their AC to run at optimal performance during the summer months when it is used the most. Given summer is the busiest time of year for HVAC contractors, now is an ideal time to think about air conditioning maintenance or replacement. Otherwise you may run the risk of improper repairs, delayed service calls or over-priced repair services. Availability of a trusted, HVAC contractor is a major factor of...

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 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...

Is Your Ductwork Costing You?

Have you been heating or cooling your attic and paying for it? Concerned rodents have caused damage or are living in your ductwork? Noticed a decrease in air quality and/or inconsistent temperatures? Ductwork is responsible for transferring and delivering air effectively and cleanly throughout the entire home or workplace and undetected problems can have a major impact on the HVAC, energy costs, air quality and comfort levels. Faulty ductwork...

HVAC Guide to Prepare for Fall

Fall is in full swing and many homeowners will find themselves spending more time indoors as the weather cools and allergy season peaks. With your AC working hard all summer and your furnace coming out of summer-hibernation, it’s important to perform preventative maintenance on your HVAC to avoid costly repairs and keep your home comfortable. Here are some tips from the heating experts at Johnson Air to maintain a healthy...