A blocked furnace flue, or vent pipe, can lead to poor combustion in the furnace. This can reduce heating efficiency and strain the furnace itself. Further, gasses won’t properly vent from your home, which can pose a health concern. Furnace flues generally run through a dedicated vent to the roof, or the flue pipe may run through your existing fireplace chimney.
Causes of Blockages
Flue blockages can occur from either external sources or internal sources.…
A functional HVAC system is one of the best assets that you can have in your home. Efficient systems greatly improve the level of comfort inside your home and reduce your heating and cooling bills. An excellent system also minimizes the possibility that your home will suffer water damage, mold infestation, and rotting. As you continue using your unit, you may notice a drop in its efficiency. Sometimes, it may be a minor problem that needs a tune-up.…
In the wintertime, you count on your furnace to keep you warm. To ensure that your furnace continues to work properly throughout the winter season, schedule a heating inspection as soon as possible. Even if your heating system seems to be working fine, it does not hurt to have a professional look at it.
Here are a few reasons to schedule a furnace inspection soon.
1. Improve Efficiency
Over time, dirt and dust can build up on your furnace’s moving parts, preventing it from operating efficiently.…
Whether you want to install your new system soon or wait for warmer weather to arrive, it’s always a good idea to plan for any significant HVAC installation. Your new air conditioner will impact both the comfort of your home and its resale value, so it’s crucial to select components well-suited to your needs and budget.
Of course, learning all the ins and outs of modern air conditioning systems is too time-consuming for most homeowners.…
There are a lot of things that need to be done around your home after the last frost. One of them is getting your AC ready for spring and warmer summer weather. The problem is that you often have to deal with damage before you can turn your air conditioner on. The following air conditioner repairs are often needed after the threat of winter weather passes.
Critter Damage to Your HVAC System…
Routine heating maintenance during the autumn is critical if you want to ensure that your heating system runs well. To ensure that you get the most from your HVAC system, keep reading to learn a few tasks that need to be performed during the fall months.
Clean the Vents
Dust, dirt, and debris can accumulate in the heating system throughout the summer. As fall approaches, you need to take the time to check your system’s vents for any buildup of dust or debris.…
When they’re working perfectly, air conditioning units barely even let you know they’re there. They might hum once they kick on and pass a gentle breeze by you when you go in front of the vents, but they’re largely silent machines that operate efficiently and independently.
Until, that is, they decide to go out.
An air conditioning unit that decides to fail completely, especially during those hot summer months, is one of the most frustrating and inconvenient things a homeowner can go through.…
Depending on the specific problems that a central air conditioning system has, various problems can occur that are hard for a homeowner to pinpoint the cause. For example, if the system begins working in a sporadic manner by randomly not releasing cold air for a period of time before it begins to function properly again, it can be hard to pinpoint the problem. The reason is that there are several aspects of an AC system that can cause such sporadic behavior to develop.…
You may find that you need the services of both an HVAC tech and a plumber. The good news is there are some companies that specialize in both HVAC and plumbing systems. When you find one good company that can take care of both of these things, then you will know you are going to be treated well, charged fairly, and be able to count on the company to provide you with excellent service.…
During summer heatwaves, you want to do what you need to do to stay cool. This can be difficult when the AC stops working as it should. Therefore, it is important to have the air conditioning serviced, especially during extreme temperatures. The following AC service guide will help you keep your AC going when heatwaves have you sweating:
Changing the Filters and Checking Air Flow
The first thing that needs to be done is to check to make sure your system has good airflow.…
