If you ever hear your gas furnace turn on but cannot feel any warm air blowing from the vents inside your Wisconsin home, chances are the pilot light went out.
Continue ReadingHeat pumps are very efficient, using up to 50 percent less energy than furnaces or baseboard heaters, according to the US DOE.
Continue ReadingSo you are looking to invest in a heat pump. You are not alone––many Americans are making the switch.
Continue ReadingWinter is here. That means your family will be spending more time indoors to stay warm.
Continue ReadingA ductless heating and cooling system, or a mini split, is a splendid choice for your Germantown home and a worthwhile investment. It offers many benefits, and you can enjoy them all for years to come if you maintain the system on a consistent basis.
Continue ReadingThe average furnace lasts between 10 and 15 years. But did you know you can take steps to make it last longer? There is no shortcut or hack to increase your furnace’s longevity.
Continue ReadingIn the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) industry, your thermostat is the undisputed leader of the heating and cooling team. It signals your furnace and air conditioner (AC) when to turn on and off. Whenever your thermostat detects a temperature change that’s different from the desired setting in your Mequon home, it barks out a new directive to adjust the indoor climate.
Continue ReadingOne reason Wisconsin homeowners love heat pumps is they function as an all-in-one unit. Instead of purchasing and maintaining a separate furnace and air conditioning system, you can simply transition your heat pump from the heat setting to the cooling setting and vice versa as seasons warrant.
Continue ReadingIf your furnace is producing a strange smell, you should always treat it with caution. While the cause for the odor may be benign, it could just as easily be harmful to inhale. When in doubt, always open windows to ensure ventilation, and evacuate your Mequon home.
Continue ReadingHere in Wisconsin, we’ve reached the season that makes you say, “Gosh, it’s so dark out. Is it really only six in the evening?” Before the days get too short, remember to check off heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) maintenance from your autumn to-do list.
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