7 Common Reasons Why Your Furnace is Not Functioning
As the colder weather approaches, many of us are turning on our furnaces for the first time in months, and they are not working. This can be an unpleasant surprise, but it’s entirely avoidable with regular seasonal maintenance. An HVAC system is complex, and like a car, it needs to be checked, cleaned and maintained […]
Common Furnace Issues
A furnace is a crucial component of a home’s heating system, responsible for providing warmth and comfort during the colder months. However, like any mechanical device, furnaces can experience various problems that can compromise their efficiency and safety. Common furnace issues range from minor inconveniences to major breakdowns that require professional repair or replacement. Understanding […]
Can a Dirty Air Filter Cause Your Furnace to Stop Working?
Your furnace plays a vital role in keeping your home warm and comfortable during the cold months. However, many homeowners overlook the importance of proper furnace maintenance, particularly when it comes to the air filter. A dirty air filter can lead to a wide range of problems, and in some cases, it can even cause […]
A Clogged Air Filter Can Damage Your Furnace
Although an air filter replacement is not a priority for most people, it should be. Why? Well, many potential problems and expensive repair bills can be avoided, or the risks mitigated with a simple air filter change. This is easy to do, the full instructions are detailed in the owner’s manual, and a fresh filter […]
5 Furnace Motor Blower Warning Signs
The last thing that anyone wants or needs is an HVAC system that will fail when they need it most. But, even if the heating and cooling system is working as intended, there are some key components that will make the home feel too cold or warm. One of the most underrated parts of an […]
4 Furnace Blower Motor Questions Answered
As the colder weather arrives, many homeowners turn on their furnaces for the first time, and they quickly encounter some common problems. At this time, the furnace blower motor may be identified as one of those problems, and this is understandable. Unlike some components in the HVAC system, the blower motor is used throughout the […]
Do You Need a Variable Speed Blower for Your Furnace?
Many people have never needed to buy a new heating system for their homes. Perhaps they inherited a system in a property they have purchased or have previously rented and had their heating needs met by their landlord. When it’s time to choose a heating system, it can be hard trying to figure out the […]
Think Beyond a New Furnace When Buying a Home
When buying a new home, there is an extensive list of things to check. So, heating and cooling is often overlooked, but this can be a costly mistake. Research suggests that approximately 50% of utility costs are due to heating and cooling, so you need to think beyond the furnace when buying a new home. […]
How Long Should a Furnace Last?
Back in the old days, it wouldn’t be uncommon to install a gravity furnace that only had a handful of parts, no fan to circulate air and a cast iron heat exchanger. These older furnace models had no electronic systems in place, and they would last a long time. These days, a furnace is a […]