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Tips and Questions to Ask an HVAC Contractor for HVAC Installation
HVAC is your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system. More than just a heating and cooling system, HVAC systems monitor and maintain indoor air quality by filtering pollutants out of the air and controlling the humidity in your home for optimal health and comfort levels. HVAC is a big home investment and you should have your home evaluated by a NATE certified contractor to evaluate your HVAC needs. During... -
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 Replacing your outdated, inefficient heating system with a new one can seem like an overwhelming project, but when it comes to long-term savings, it’s important to know when it’s time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 Learn the risks of an outdated or faulty furnace and what you can do to avoid health and fire risks, increase the lifespan of your furnace and energy efficiency, and improve indoor air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...
