The U.S. Department of Energy has divided the country into three regions with different furnace efficiency standards: the Southeast, Southwest and North. Ohio falls into the northern region, and the changes in furnace efficiency standards go into effect in May 2013. The current efficiency standard for fuel-burning furnaces is 80 percent AFUE (annual fuel utilization […]
Get Answers To Your Furnace Filter Questions Here
The air filter is an important item to remember when it comes to maintaining the life and efficiency of your furnace. Here’s a quick guide to common furnace filter questions.
AFUE: A Key Consideration When You're Buying A Furnace
Efficiency matters when it comes to your home’s furnace. If your furnace is old and ready for retirement, you’ll want to replace it with a more efficient model. Doing so will both improve home comfort and lower your heating bills during our long southwest Ohio winter. When buying a furnace, you’ll want to use AFUE […]
Changing The Filter In Your Furnace: So Easy To Do, So Easy To Forget
You probably don’t think about your furnace every day, even while you’re enjoying the comfort it produces, so it’s understandable that the simple task of changing the filter in your furnace is so easy to forget. But because it’s also so important, make sure to plan for it. Keeping your filter fresh will help keep […]
You’ll Soon Be Turning On Your Furnace — Have You Scheduled Your Tuneup?
Having a tuneup on your heating system is a great way to make sure it’s ready for the winter here in the Miami Valley. Having it properly inspected ensures you have piece of mind — and warmth — the first time your furnace kicks on, and throughout the winter. When a trained technician comes out […]
The Thought Of Buying A Furnace Is Positively Spine Chilling? Ease Your Anxieties With This Easy Guide
Does the thought of buying a furnace make you start sweating like you’re … standing in front of a furnace? Here are some simple tips for buying a furnace to ease your concerns:
Why Upgrading Your Furnace In The Off-Season Makes Perfect Sense
Now that the weather is warming up and the signs of spring are everywhere, the furthest thing from your mind may be the furnace that got you through another winter. However, if you’ve been thinking about replacing or upgrading your furnace, there may be no better time to do so than at the beginning of […]
Less Than Stellar Furnace Performance This Winter? What To Look For In An Upgrade
Now that winter’s over and done with here in the Dayton area, it’s an ideal time to assess how your furnace performed over the past several months. If you’re unhappy with the furnace performance and are considering an upgrade, spring is a good time to find good deals on new furnaces. But make sure you […]
If Furnace Noise Has You Worried, It’s Time To Call A Professional
Your gas furnace normally functions without a problem, but if you’ve been hearing a strange furnace noise lately, you should not ignore it. Pretending that a problem doesn’t exist won’t make it go away. In fact, failure to address the unusual furnace noise in a timely fashion could end up costing you much more in […]
What To Do If Your Furnace Is Red Tagged
If your furnace is red tagged, that likely means there’s a crack in the heat exchanger. A technician performing a tune-up or repair may spot the issue. With the discovery of this problem, your furnace is no longer permitted to operate because the crack may leak poisonous carbon monoxide gas into your home. If the […]