Archive for September, 2013
Things to Consider When Picking an Electrician
Posted by esconow in Furnace, Home Service, Maintenance on September 29, 2013
Finding a good electrician is important, whether you’re having a house built from scratch or doing some renovation and home improvement projects. While construction workers deal with roofs, floors, and walls, plumbers deal with pipes, water connections, and drainage, electricians need to ensure that outlets, electrical fittings, and wiring are properly done to avoid fires […]
Things to Do When Prepping Your Home this Fall
Posted by esconow in Furnace, Home Service, Maintenance on September 26, 2013
The coming of autumn signals the start of the cold season; after a few months you will be worrying less about falling leaves and wind chills but heavy snow and frost instead. In the same way, your home should also be prepared for the coming winter by ensuring that your HVAC system, your roof, your […]
Fix the Heater—Finding the Right Pro
Posted by esconow in Furnace, Home Service, Maintenance on September 22, 2013
The last thing you want to do during winter is to try fixing your heater. Before you even crank up the machine to see if your DIY repair method works, you’ve already frozen. This is why you have to get your heater ready at least one month before winter sets in, especially if you’re not […]
A Guide to Troubleshooting a Malfunctioning HVAC
Posted by esconow in Furnace, Home Service, Maintenance on September 18, 2013
Maintaining your heating system is very important to make sure it’s in top condition, especially when cold weather sets in. Most homes today make use of the forced air heating system and conventional furnaces, which require periodic maintenance for optimum heating efficiency. No one would want their furnace to break down in the middle of […]
Safety First: Tips on Safe Furnace Cleaning
Posted by esconow in Furnace, Home Service, Maintenance on September 10, 2013
Cleaning a furnace is an easy job if you have the right knowledge and preparation. However, it can also be potentially dangerous and costly if you fail to remember a few things while going through the procedure. Here are some safety tips. Power off. While you’re not going to need any technical knowledge on electronics […]
A High-efficiency Furnace for Savings
Posted by esconow in Furnace, Home Service, Maintenance on September 6, 2013
A high-efficiency furnace has been officially designated by the government as one with remarkable energy efficiency. How efficiency is measured and how each product is rated can get a little bit confusing. Unfortunately, there is no way to sum it up in fewer words. What a consumer should look out for, however, is the AFUE […]
Efficient Heating Various Home Sizes
Posted by esconow in Furnace, Home Service, Maintenance on September 2, 2013
Generally speaking, heating systems come in different sizes and each of them can fulfill the specific needs of different types and sizes of homes. If you believe that your entire house should be warm, then you should definitely get central heating. These heating systems are available in various types and layout. You may also want […]