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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?... -
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 Learn the risks of an outdated or faulty furnace and what you can do to avoid health and fire risks, increase the lifespan of your furnace and energy efficiency, and improve indoor air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... -
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...
