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Gas furnaces have many components, and it can be easy to get confused about terms like “flame sensor” and “pilot assembly” and be unclear about just how critical a part is to your furnace’s ability to function. For simplicity’s sake, let us state for the record that without a heat exchanger, you don’t have a furnace. While other components are also very important to the function of your heater, and all problems should be addressed promptly by qualified technicians, a cracked heat exchanger is an emergency causing not only heating failure but also serious safety hazards.
So we’d like to help you understand what a heat exchanger is, how it works, why it might crack, and what to do if it does so that you can navigate that situation with the seriousness it requires.
Heating a home is expensive. Even in Louisiana, there is a good stretch of the winter when we need to keep our heat on all the time, and that can be very costly. Sometimes, though, we are paying for more than we need. We’d like to share some tips for making the most of your heat and decreasing your utility bills this winter. And not only that: minimizing the amount your heater needs to work means minimizing wear and tear on the system, so you require fewer repairs. It can even help your heater to have a longer lifespan, so it will keep you cozy for many more winters.
As winter approaches, you may be thinking about your heater and having some concerns. Did it work well last winter, providing as much heat as you needed, and easily raising the temperature in your home when you adjusted the thermostat? Did it work efficiently, keeping your energy use steady and your utility bills affordable? Is it still new enough that you are confident in its ability to keep you and your family warm for another winter?
If the answer to any of those questions is no—your heater struggled to warm your home, your utility bills have risen, or your heater is well over a decade in age—you might be considering replacement. When it’s time to choose a new heating system for your home, there are several key considerations you should keep in mind.
There are many people out there who might tell you they’re able to service your commercial HVAC system. Some are experienced residential HVAC professionals. Others might be general maintenance people, either working at your property or with their own business. But we’re here to tell you that there are qualities that set commercial HVAC technicians apart. When your system needs maintenance or repair, someone with training and experience in commercial systems will always provide service you can trust and rely on.
What exactly makes such a big difference? There are a few key points that can help you to understand the value of partnering with a team of commercial HVAC experts when you are looking for installation, maintenance, or repair for your commercial HVAC in Monroe, LA.
As we settle into fall, enjoying the break in the hot weather and all the festive seasonal activities and celebrations, let’s not forget that the time will soon come when you need to run your heater. If you’ve had maintenance done, as we recommended in our last blog post, you’re already on the right track. But it’s also important to be aware of how your heater might signal that it is in need of repairs. Keep an eye out for these six signs, and schedule repairs if you notice them.
It’s tempting to think that autumn will last forever, keeping your home in that beautiful temperature range that doesn’t require either air conditioning or heating. But the truth is that cold days will come, and you want your heater to work when they arrive. Plan ahead, schedule now, and you can be sure your home will stay comfortable all through the winter.
There are some major benefits to prompt, regular heater maintenance every fall before the heating season begins. They fall into four main categories: safety, comfort, environmental impact, and financial benefit.
We’re all very aware of how things we can see and hear affect our household. A big mess or noise pollution from nearby activities are hard to ignore. Air tends to be something we don’t think much about unless it is too hot or cold. After all, you can’t hear it, and you’re not going to trip over it. But poor indoor air quality can have some very negative consequences in your home, and good indoor air quality has tremendous benefits for your house and everyone in it.
Here are some of the ways that having high IAQ or indoor air quality can positively impact your quality of life.
If you’re concerned about the air quality in your home, you may be considering what type of air filter will work best for your needs. There are benefits to each, and if you have questions about an air filtration system in West Monroe, LA, we can help you determine the best choice for your home.
Your air conditioner is a powerful piece of equipment that may make some noise when it is running. Often, those sounds are normal and nothing to worry about, though you should be familiar with them. That way, when there is a problem, you’ll recognize it right away.
If your air conditioner does not sound like it is running properly, don’t ignore those sounds. Call for air conditioner repair in West Monroe as soon as possible if you hear something that doesn’t sound quite right coming from your AC unit.
During the hot summer months, air conditioning in West Monroe, LA is essential for overcoming the sticky, almost unbearable heat. Summer has the distinction of having the highest electric bills, especially during the hours of 10 a.m. and 8 p.m.
If you’re worried about paying high energy bills caused by frequently running your air conditioner, it’s essential for you to know that there are steps you can take to reduce those costs. These steps aren’t intended to make your home uncomfortably hot; instead, they’re meant to help you increase your cooling system’s efficiency. Here are a few effective ways to save money on your AC this summer.
