Are you wondering about the energy efficiency of your furnace? If yes, you aren’t the only one. As furnaces age and the cost of natural gas and electricity rise, it’s difficult to know exactly how much money you're wasting. The...
According to the CDC, Carbon Monoxide poisoning takes 500 lives every year. While this may not seem like a lot in the grand scheme of things, we all know that even one death that could have been prevented is too...
Is it time to replace your old boiler? When winter rolls in, keeping your home warm and comfortable quickly becomes the top priority. However, if your furnace or boiler is older, you may find it difficult to maintain comfortable temperatures...
Here's a question for you. Would you like to save around $15.00 per month on your heating bill? Of course you would! Who wouldn't? Well, according to the U.S. government's Energy Star program, you stand to save that much --...
Does your furnace make a noise? Learn more about he common noises that mean your furnace needs repairing. The sudden switch to cold weather is jarring, and that's just as true for your furnace, and you may hear one or...
Getting your furnace inspected or serviced is a very important step when getting ready for winter. If your unit is in good condition, there are a few easy steps you can take to keep it that running efficiently throughout the...
This article explains the so-called furnace high limit switch. Each of the components in your gas furnace must be capable of operating correctly else your furnace may cease to provide heat. Unfortunately, many homeowners find the multitude of different components...
Many older gas furnaces still utilize a furnace pilot light as their means of ignition. While generally reliable, furnace pilot lights are liable to develop problems from to time. One of the most common is an irregular furnace pilot light...
A strong, well-working furnace is a necessity when it comes to surviving a long cold Minnesota winter in comfort. Yet not all homes are always able to accommodate a standard furnace design - especially ones that don’t have a basement....
Probably the most common question we hear from people considering switching to oil heat is the question, "Can I have central air conditioning in a Minnesota home with oil heat?" The short answer is yes We regularly hear myths about...
