Category: Heating

Once the cold winter months roll around, heating your home is something you have to do to stay comfortable but how you heat your home is your decision. When you purchased your home, it either had gas or oil heating and unless your system is failing, you’ve probably never thought about converting your heating source. As gas heating becomes increasingly popular, more homeowners are deciding to convert from oil to gas heating when replacing their

The heating system is a vital part of any home specially during the cold winter months. Heating systems are not cheap to replace or repair, but they’re a necessity. A failed heating system can result in various other problems throughout your home. You should inspect your heating system each year before the temperatures drop. If you notice any of these things, it’s a sign it’s time to replace. Unusual Sounds A well-maintained heating system should

Whether you’re buying a new home or need to upgrade your current system, installing a new heating system is an investment that can be expensive so it’s important to select the best option for your home. To make the process easier for you, we’ve compiled how each of the most popular heating systems work and the advantages and disadvantages of each. Types of Heating Systems There are three main types of heating systems – furnaces,

Water heaters add comfort to our daily lives and often aren’t thought about when they are working properly. Then one day comes along and you are smacked in the face with a cold stream of water getting into the shower or low water pressure when you’re trying to wash your dishes from family dinner. Both issues can be caused by a leak in your water heater. Start by looking around your water heater to see

If you reside in a temperate region, you are probably familiar with heat pumps. If, however, you reside in a colder area, you might not know much about these home heating devices. This guide is meant to introduce you to heat pumps and their general functions by providing you with answers to a few common questions. What is a heat pump? Heat pumps are large, metal boxes that provide heat to buildings and are primarily

The worst time for your furnace to fail: the middle of winter. And whether you like it or not, winter is just around the corner. The average furnace lasts about 15 to 20 years (but could last less if you haven’t been properly maintaining it). If your old furnace is about to give out-or it’s already kicked the bucket-then you should know what to look for in order to get your furnace up and running