Heat pumps have a lot of advantages over other traditional heating systems, thanks to their unique construction. However, they also have to deal with a lot of problems that other heating systems don’t, and for the same reason. If you’re using a heat pump to keep warm this winter, you should be aware of these issues. Read on to find out more about common heat pump problems, and when to call for repairs.
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Heat Pump Issues to Be Aware of This Winter
Monday, December 28th, 2015What You Need to Know About Boiler Kettling
Monday, November 23rd, 2015Boilers are remarkably sturdy systems, much more so than furnaces and other forced air systems. This is because they have far fewer moving parts, which makes for fewer potential problems that they have to deal with. This does not make boilers invincible, however. There is a serious issue that afflicts quite a few boilers across the country: it’s called kettling. Read on to find out more about kettling, and the threat it poses to your boiler.
When to Replace Your Furnace
Monday, November 16th, 2015As we move further into the coldest months of the year, it’s a good idea to make sure that your furnace is able to keep you warm through another winter. If it isn’t, you should get it replaced as soon as possible. It’s not pleasant to spend a week or more without heat while you look for a new heating system in the middle of December, after all. So let’s take a look at some of the common signs that your furnace needs replacing.
The Advantages of Installing Zone Control in Your Home
Monday, October 26th, 2015Heating season is here, and that means it is time to start considering getting your home ready for winter. One option for improving your home’s heating situation is to install a zone control system. Zone control offers solutions to some of central forced air heating’s biggest problems. Let’s take a look at what zone control is, and how it can help you this winter.
Options for a New Heating System This Fall
Monday, October 5th, 2015Summer is over, and winter is on the horizon. That means it is time to start thinking about how you are going to keep your home warm during the heating season. If you are one of the many homeowners looking for a new home heating system, there are a wide variety of options available to you. Let’s take a look at some of the more popular home heating options, and the advantages they offer.
What to Do if Your Air Conditioner Output Drops
Monday, September 28th, 2015It’s almost time to shut down your air conditioner for the year, but we still have a few weeks of warmer weather before the fall really kicks in. That means you are probably still using your air conditioner on a regular basis, and it also means that you need to keep an eye out for problems. One of the most obvious problems that can affect an air conditioner is a complete lack of output. Read on to find out what to do when this occurs.
Is It Too Late for Air Conditioning Maintenance?
Monday, September 21st, 2015Fall is here, and that means it’s almost time to shut down your air conditioner for the year. If you’ve missed the opportunity to have air conditioning maintenance done earlier in the year, you may be wondering if it’s too late to do it now. The answer is “no”! It’s never too late to have air conditioning maintenance conducted on your system. Read on for reasons why you should schedule professional air conditioning maintenance for this fall.
Why You Should Replace That Old Air Conditioner, Even if It’s Working
Monday, September 7th, 2015Air conditioning systems are remarkably sturdy, and can last a very long time with proper care and maintenance. Just because you can get your air conditioner to outlive you, though, that does not mean you should. Once air conditioners get to a certain age, it is a good idea to replace them even if they are still running they way they should. Let’s take a look at some of the reasons why you may want to replace an old air conditioner, even if it is working.
Common Air Conditioning Maintenance Steps
Monday, August 31st, 2015We have written about the importance of air conditioning maintenance before, but we haven’t really discussed the steps involved with it. It is important to understand at least a few of the different procedures involved with air conditioning maintenance, as it will help you understand why it is so important in the first place. With that in mind, let’s take a look at some of the common air conditioning maintenance steps.
Why You Should Check Your AC Air Filter Every 3 Months
Monday, August 10th, 2015Did you know that your air conditioner has an air filter? Did you know that you need to clean or change that air filter every few months? If not, you should definitely read on. Every air conditioner contains an air filter. While it is one of the simplest and cheapest parts of the air conditioning system, it also happens to be one of the most important. Let’s look at how the air filter operates within your air conditioning system, and what can happen if you don’t clean or replace it often enough.