Archive for the ‘Heating’ Category
Why Your Furnace Is Not Blowing Hot Air
Why your furnace is not blowing hot air is a pressing issue that can disrupt your home’s comfort, especially during the colder months. When your furnace fails to deliver the warmth you expect, it can be both frustrating and concerning.…
Read MoreWhat Does It Mean When Your Water Heater Makes Noise
What does it mean when your water heater makes noise? This is a common question for homeowners who suddenly find their once-quiet appliance rumbling, popping, or hissing. These unexpected sounds can be alarming, and they often signal that something isn’t…
Read MoreWhy Won’t Your Heat Pump Turn Off?
Heat pumps are a versatile way to heat your home. While traditional HVAC units have long been the go-to for homeowners around the world, heat pumps are a great option for those who live in temperate climates. Heat pumps provide…
Read More5 Tips for Lowering Your Heating Bill This Winter
Freezing temperatures have hit North Carolina hard this year. With more wintry precipitation than usual and temperatures in the 20s, Chapel Hill and Triangle residents are working extra hard to keep their homes warm without breaking the bank on energy…
Read MoreGetting Less HVAC Noise in Your Work Space
The new modern work space encourages the “open office” layout. Instead of hallways and doors leading to shut-in smaller spaces, offices now are wide open—a more natural feeling that also permits the office to “breathe.” It’s also a layout that’s…
Read MoreWhy Is My Furnace Leaking Water?
If you’re asking this question, you’re probably a bit confused. After all, furnaces don’t use water to run, do they? A boiler uses water, but a furnace heats up air with either gas burners or electric heating elements, and then sends the…
Read MoreIs a Ductless System Effective for Home Heating?
If you think of a central heating system for a home that doesn’t use any ducts, you might first think of a hydronic boiler system. It’s true that boilers don’t need any ductwork because they send heat into rooms by…
Read MoreThe Way Furnace Energy Efficiency Is Measured
Energy efficiency is a major concern homeowners have when they are shopping for new appliances. Because furnaces are vital for home comfort and consume large amounts of energy during the winter, their efficiency ratings are important to consider when the…
Read MoreUneven Heating: Why It’s Happening in Your Home
We know the weather is still warm, but it’s already time to consider your home’s central heating—because soon it will be one of the most crucial systems in your house. We strongly advise you have regular maintenance for your heater…
Read MoreHow Ductless Heating (And Cooling) Saves Money
It’s midwinter, and you’re debating replacing your old heating system with a new one. Or you’re considering a new house construction or remodeling in the coming spring. We recommend you think about having a ductless heating system installed, i.e. a ductless…
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