Category Archives: Furnaces

Red-Tagged Furnace: Deciding Between A New Heat Exchanger And An Entirely New Unit

If you have a red-tagged furnace, it means the heat exchanger has a crack in it. This crack can allow carbon monoxide to escape into the air you breathe. Any HVAC or utility worker who spots this dangerous situation will shut down the furnace immediately, shut off the gas supply, and notify your utility.

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Furnace Retrofit Or Replacement — Which Way To Go?

If your heating bills are out of control, it is likely that your furnace is not functioning efficiently. Old, oversized and ineffective systems can drive up your energy costs. You have a couple of choices when it becomes necessary to improve the performance of your heating system — furnace retrofit or replacement.

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Your Furnace Purchase: Is It Better To Pay More Up Front And Spend Less Later, Or Spend Less Now And Pay Later?

Making a new furnace purchase is not a simple task. There are so many factors to consider it can make your head spin. For many people, one of the primary factors is cost, and even this is not as simple as comparing price tags. When it comes to furnaces, you have to consider both the [...]

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Two Features To Look For — In Addition To The AFUE Rating — When You’re Buying A High-Efficiency Furnace

Searching for a new furnace for your California or Nevada home is made a lot easier by the AFUE (annual fuel utilization efficiency) rating system. The rating is intended to help you compare the energy efficiency of heating equipment such as furnaces and boilers. 

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Furnace Troubleshooting Tips: Give These A Try Before You Call The Repairman

Furnace problems in the middle of winter can be a real headache. You’re left in the cold until your heating and cooling technician arrives — and then you have to pay for the repairs. You may be able to avoid the hassle by doing some furnace troubleshooting yourself.

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Keep Systems Operating At Peak Performance With Preventive Maintenance For Your Furnace

Winter will be here before you know it, so it’s time to think about preventive maintenance for your furnace. After sitting idle all summer, it’s important to make sure your furnace is in proper working order before use — to both prevent damage and ensure safety.

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Just How Efficiently Can A Furnace Filter Function? Knowing These Factors Will Help You

Regularly replacing your furnace filter is a key component of maintaining your home’s indoor air quality as well as your heating system’s efficient operation. To get the optimum balance of both, it’s helpful to understand the basics of filters and how they impact your furnace and your air quality.

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With This Handy Buyer’s Guide, You Can Select A Furnace That Embraces Your Home’s Unique Heating Demands

Your new furnace will impact your home’s comfort and its energy costs for years to come. It’s worth the effort to carefully select a furnace that fits with your home’s unique heating demands without sacrificing efficiency. There’s a staggering array of furnace types available. Choosing a new model may seem a little overwhelming at first. [...]

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Replacing Your Furnace: Sizing’s A Sizable Concern

So you’ve decided to invest in a furnace replacement? Congratulations! With expert furnace installation, your new system will save energy both short- and long-term, and will keep you comfortable for many winters.

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A Heating & Air Conditioning System Maintenance Agreement: Do You Need One, And What Should It Cover?

You may have seen offers for heating and air conditioning maintenance agreements. These agreements are plans offered by heating and air conditioning contractors that arrange service visits twice a year and a variety of other benefits, such as priority emergency visits and discounts. How important is a heating and air conditioning maintenance agreement for a homeowner in [...]

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