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Keeping Your Furnace at Its Best for as Long as Possible

February 15, 2022

Keeping your home warm on cold days is crucial. It’s just as crucial to maintain the high performance of your furnace for as long as possible. Recognizing the needs of your heater on your own can be tricky. Here are some tips on how you can keep your furnace thriving for years. Get Seasonal Maintenance Done The best way to give your furnace a longer life expectancy is to consistently have an HVAC professional address any issues that arise. Investing in yearly maintenance for your system is almost always worthwhile. Even if it’s just a yearly

How a Furnace Keeps Your Family Warm

January 13, 2022

On a cold winter’s day in Rochester, Minnesota, there is nothing quite as enjoyable as watching the snow fall from the warmth of your home. Understanding the basics of how your furnace works can help ensure your comfort and keep the equipment functioning as it should for many years. Comprehending the Heating Cycle Your furnace warms your home by repeatedly going through a heating cycle. It starts when propane or natural gas is ignited. The heat from the flames causes the heat exchanger to get hot. The exhaust produced from the combustion leaves your home through

5 Reasons Your Furnace Is Producing Noise

December 20, 2021

Whenever we get called for a furnace malfunction, the most common complaint is that the furnace is making strange noises that the owner has never heard before. Below is a list of five common reasons why your furnace is making noise. 1. Heat Exchanger May Be Cracked Cracked heat exchangers produce rattling sounds. Heat exchangers are usually made with metal coils that are heated through combustion to warm up the air. Over time, the expansion and contraction of these metal coils can cause them to crack, causing the rattling sounds as they expand.

Tips for Preparing Your House for Winter

November 20, 2021

Whether you’re ready for it or not, winter will soon be here. Fall is a good time to start preparing your home for winter, especially as climate change is more and more frequently causing extreme weather events. Set aside a weekend so you can better protect your home and family. Hang Heavier Curtains Take down light curtains you use in the summer and put up heavier ones. You should have dark color ones as they absorb the heat of the sun. Reverse Ceiling Fans You should set your ceiling fans

Using a Humidifier Versus a Dehumidifier This Winter

October 20, 2021

Winter is fast approaching in the Rochester, MN, area. While heat is at the top of most people’s priority list, the indoor humidity level is often overlooked. Let’s discuss the importance of the humidity level in your home and whether you should use a humidifier or dehumidifier this winter. The Importance of the Right Humidity Level Keeping the humidity level balanced helps to create a more comfortable environment. Experts recommend keeping your home’s humidity level between 40% and 50%. At much more than 50%, you risk creating an ideal environment for mold growth, musty odors,

Simple Guide to Relighting Your Furnace

September 20, 2021

As a homeowner, you should have a basic understanding of how to perform simple tasks with your furnace. These include things like changing out its filter and being able to relight the pilot light. If you’re not sure how to get your pilot light going again, then you need to read over the instructions below. Locate the Pilot Light Assembly and Turn the Fuel Off The first step in relighting your pilot light is locating the pilot light assembly. This is typically located near the bottom of your furnace. You may need to remove a panel

5 Easy Steps for Cleaning Your AC Condenser Coils

August 17, 2021

Undoubtedly one of the most important components of your AC unit is the condenser coils, as they work with the evaporator coil to remove heat from your home. Keeping them spiffy is crucial to the prolonged success of your AC. Here are five steps you can take to clean your AC unit’s condenser coils and ensure it continues functioning at its best. Step 1: Give the Coils a Quick Inspection Before you get to work, you should make sure the coils are in good condition and don’t appear to be damaged. If they’ve been damaged, you

Going on Vacation? Leave Your AC On

July 29, 2021

Air conditioners are necessary tools to have during the summer. When you’re going away on vacation, you tend to worry more about the air conditioning than the water and electrical systems. It’s important to be sure of how to set the thermostat correctly. How Long Will You Be Gone? The type of setting to choose for your AC depends on the length of your vacation. If you’re leaving for a day or two, keep the air conditioner running, but set the temperature a few degrees higher. This is recommended so that the room will cool relatively

How To Clean Air Conditioning Unit

June 12, 2021

An air conditioner unit can eventually get dirty over time. Cleaning your air conditioner unit before you begin to use it is important for maintenance, and it helps boost the efficiency of your system. A well-maintained air conditioner will often last much longer compared to a unit with poor maintenance. Here are tips on how you can clean your air conditioner. Always Disconnect the Power One of the first steps in cleaning your AC unit is to disconnect its power. Failure to disconnect your unit is a major safety risk that can lead

Why Does My Air Conditioner Smell?

May 10, 2021

Your air conditioner provides relief from the summertime heat and humidity in Rochester, MN. If you notice a smell each time your AC unit turns on, this might alarm you. Here are three reasons why your air conditioning system may be releasing an unpleasant odor. 1. Buildup on the Coil or Filter Dirt or bacteria buildup on the evaporator coil may cause a musty, stale odor to spread through your home during each cooling cycle. Only a certified HVAC technician should remove debris from the evaporator coil. A dirty air filter may cause a musty

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