Just so you are aware, the worst-case scenario is a faulty furnace secondary heat exchanger, but it is only for high-efficiency furnaces.
In the winter, being snug as a bug in a rug in your home can be cozy, but it can also play havoc with your indoor air quality (IAQ) here in Wisconsin, creating some significant health problems. At Interstate Heating Co Inc, we recommend taking precautions to avoid the common issues associated with winter indoor air quality.
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.
Heat pumps are very efficient, using up to 50 percent less energy than furnaces or baseboard heaters, according to the US DOE.
So you are looking to invest in a heat pump. You are not alone––many Americans are making the switch.
Winter is here. That means your family will be spending more time indoors to stay warm.
A 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.
The 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.
In 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.
One 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.