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Heating

Why Is My Heat Pump Struggling to Warm the House?

January 16, 2017August 13, 2020siteadmin

If you have a heat pump and you’re currently running into problems with cold spots around the house and what seems like a forever wait until people feel warm, you’ll want to know what’s wrong. Let’s take a look and find out how to get your home pleasant once again:…Continue readingWhy Is My Heat Pump Struggling to Warm the House?

Heating

Why Your Heater May Be Tripping the Circuit Breaker

January 9, 2017August 13, 2020siteadmin

Your heater receives power from your home’s electrical system (yes, even a gas furnace or boiler—we’ll get to that). That means your heating system could cause a circuit breaker in the electrical panel to trip when it’s running. …Continue readingWhy Your Heater May Be Tripping the Circuit Breaker

Heating

Replace that Old Boiler before It Breaks Down!

January 2, 2017August 13, 2020siteadmin

If you arranged for professional maintenance for your boiler before the winter started, you ought to be excellent shape. But nothing is certain, especially if you have an old boiler that’s getting close to replacement age.…Continue readingReplace that Old Boiler before It Breaks Down!

Electrical

Is It Time to Replace Your Electrical Panel?

December 26, 2016August 13, 2020siteadmin

If you have a regular circuit breaker electrical panel, it might still need an upgrade. Check if there are black scorch marks on it, which show where small electrical fires have occurred. …Continue readingIs It Time to Replace Your Electrical Panel?

Heat Pumps

Some Winter Behavior You May See from Your Heat Pump

December 19, 2016December 16, 2016siteadmin

There is some behavior from a heat pump during the winter that you may not be used to and can lead you to believing that there’s a malfunction with it. Most of these behaviors actually aren’t problems. …Continue readingSome Winter Behavior You May See from Your Heat Pump

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Furnace Repair Signs to Look For

December 12, 2016August 13, 2020siteadmin

You need to keep a close watch on the furnace during these early months; the sooner you catch malfunctions, the easier they are to fix, and the less likely they are to cause the system to breakdown.…Continue readingFurnace Repair Signs to Look For

Generators

Is a Standby Generator a Good Idea?

December 5, 2016August 13, 2020siteadmin

Portable generators have limited power, and they can also present exhaust dangers. But is it a wise idea to invest in a whole-house standby generator?…Continue readingIs a Standby Generator a Good Idea?

Air Conditioning

Winterizing Your Outdoor Air Conditioning Unit

November 28, 2016August 13, 2020siteadmin

Your air conditioner needs a type of maintenance for the winter as well. You won’t be using the system through the coming season, but the outdoor unit of a split system AC (which is probably the type you have) can suffer damage over the season from snow and rust. …Continue readingWinterizing Your Outdoor Air Conditioning Unit

Heating

A Few Carbon Monoxide Warnings for the Winter

November 21, 2016August 13, 2020siteadmin

Back in August we wrote a post about how important it is for you to have carbon monoxide detectors installed for your house if you use natural gas. As we’re getting closer and closer to winter and can expect to see even more use from our natural gas furnaces, it’s a good time to bring up a few important reminders about the dangers of carbon monoxide and how to keep your family safe through the season.…Continue readingA Few Carbon Monoxide Warnings for the Winter

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High-Efficiency Heating Systems and How You Can Save

November 14, 2016August 13, 2020siteadmin

The advances in high-efficiency heating systems today means you can replace your energy-draining heater for one that works better than your current one ever did when it was new.…Continue readingHigh-Efficiency Heating Systems and How You Can Save