Figuring out whether a heating repair problem is something you can deal with, or an issue for a technician to handle may help you save some money. Pay attention to these four signs of whether it might be time to speak with someone at a heating repair services company.
A Thud Before the Heat Comes On
If you have a forced-air gas furnace, hearing any kind of heavy sound prior to heat being blown is an indicator of a potentially serious situation.
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Halloween is not often associated with your home's HVAC system, but the Halloween season could give your wallet a scare in the form of high energy costs if you're not careful. As the spookiest time of the year approaches, here are a few tips that will keep increased heating costs at bay.
Set Up Outside Instead of Constantly Opening Your Door
Halloween is a multi-day affair in some neighborhoods, with local communities organizing more than one trick or treat session according to age group.
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It should almost be a country western song; "the furnace died, it was so cold, I did not want the kids to know, so broke and cold, so we found ways to stay warm and cozy!" While that idea may be amusing, the reality of a dead furnace in winter is a little more serious. Here are some ways to keep you and your children warm while you wait for your furnace repair service to arrive.
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If the duct area of an HVAC system has problems, air might not flow through correctly. Problematic air ducts can also lead to a foul odor lingering in your house, especially when they are old. The duct system can actually decrease the level of efficiency that the system has if it never receives any professional maintenance. In some cases, a duct system can become problematic to the extent of needing to be removed so a technician can install a new one.
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Central air conditioning units tend to last between 10 and 15 years before they must be replaced. Therefore, if you have a central cooling unit in your office building that has been in use for about that long, you may be facing an imminent replacement. Having any kind of work done in a workplace environment can be a bit of a challenge, but the best way to get through the process unscathed is to get prepared in advance.
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