Why Won't You Stay On? 3 Signs Your Heater Might Be Short-Cycling

There's nothing worse than turning your heater on only to have it shut off almost instantly. Unfortunately, short cycling can be a regular occurrence when there's a problem with your heater. In fact, short cycling is a common way for furnaces to warn that they need assistance. If your heater is short cycling – turning on and off repeatedly – you need to have it tended to as quickly as possible. [Read More]

How To Really Check Your Furnace Thermostat & Tell If It Is Working

If your furnace starts to act up, the first thing you should check is the thermostat. Often, issues with the thermostat will make it seem like the furnace is not turning on or working properly. Before trying to diagnose what is wrong with the furnace, start by making sure that the thermostat is working correctly.  #1 Check The Heat Setting The first thing you need to do is check the heat setting on your thermostat. [Read More]

What Could Be Wrong With An AC Evaporator Coil

Every air conditioning system has an evaporator coil. It is installed within the portion of your furnace that has the main air handler, and it receives refrigerant that it converts from a liquid to a gas. The conversion process is what causes the condenser coil to become cool, which is how the air that passes over it becomes cold. It is the most essential part of your air conditioner, and without it you would not have any cold air. [Read More]

3 Tips To Maintain The Best Heating And Cooling Conditions In Your Home

When you need to be sure that you are keeping your home comfortable from a heating and cooling perspective, the best thing you can do for yourself is tweak your home for success in that regard. As a homeowner, there are a few things that you can do to make sure you are ramping your home up to deal with any temperature and make the best use of energy. Consider these three steps so that you get the best HVAC efficiency and overall comfort. [Read More]