Johansen & Anderson Inc Blog: Archive for the ‘Heating’ Category

Why a Cracked Heat Exchanger Repair Can’t Wait

Monday, January 8th, 2024
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Your gas furnace has a lot of different components. Some have purposes related to functionality: they help with the generation of heat. Some have purposes related to safety: they prevent things from going dangerously wrong. Your heat exchanger does both. It is critical to the function of the furnace, and it is also critical to your safety.

Sometimes, people postpone having furnace repairs done. If their home just isn’t getting quite toasty enough, or the heat doesn’t seem like it’s evenly distributed, they might feel like it’s not an urgent enough concern to address immediately. If you suspect that your heat exchanger is cracked, you absolutely must get it repaired right away. Here’s what you need to know.

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Boiler Repairs That Can’t Wait

Monday, November 27th, 2023
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There are so many reasons why boilers are an ideal home heating system. They’re long-lasting and very effective, providing more even heat than most systems. And one of the best things is that they don’t generally need repairs as often as furnaces or other heaters.

But even the almighty boiler occasionally experiences a problem. The important thing is to recognize that a problem is happening and get repairs promptly before a small issue becomes a big one. How do you know when your boiler is having a problem so you won’t neglect an urgent repair need? We’ve got some information for you.

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Why Boilers Are Still Popular for Home Heating

Monday, September 4th, 2023
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There are many options for how to heat your home these days. Forced air heat can be provided by a furnace that uses gas, propane, heating oil, or electricity to heat air that’s conducted through the same ductwork your central air conditioner uses. Heat pumps can warm your home, not by generating heat but by transferring it from one place to another.

It might seem like boilers are a very old-fashioned way to heat a home, and you might imagine ornate, antique radiators when you think of them. Modern boilers are not quite the same as the old-fashioned ones, and they’re still a popular choice for home heating. Here’s why.

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5 Signs You Need Boiler Repair

Monday, May 1st, 2023
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Boilers are extremely effective and reliable heating systems. In fact, they’re based on technology that dates back to the 1600s! Today’s modern boilers are a bit more complex, but they apply the same principle.

Despite their reliability, there are times when something goes wrong. If you’re able to spot the signs that your boiler needs repair, you can catch issues early and keep problems from getting bigger. Here are five things to keep an eye out for, so you can get repairs when they are needed.

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It’s Finally Time to Call for Heater Repair

Monday, February 20th, 2023
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How’s your heater doing? Has it been having some problems? Were you hoping that you could squeak by for the rest of the winter without getting it repaired? Here are some signs of heater problems that you shouldn’t ignore as well as the most important thing you can do to decrease the need for repairs.

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What Are the Signs of a Furnace Going Bad?

Monday, December 12th, 2022
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There are plenty of minor concerns—and sometimes even major ones—that can be completely resolved with thorough, professional furnace repair. But sometimes, repairs either cannot fully resolve a problem or are so costly that you would be better off investing in a new furnace. How can you tell which situation you are in? And how can you make sure you don’t have to replace your furnace any sooner than is absolutely necessary?

We’ll go over some common symptoms that indicate that it’s time for furnace repair, as well as some indicators that you might want to think about replacing your furnace. We’ll also discuss the two best ways to prolong your furnace’s life.

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Why is My Heat Running but Not Heating?

Monday, November 28th, 2022
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It’s a confusing and frustrating feeling when you hear your heating system running, but your house doesn’t warm up! What could possibly cause that?

And how do you get your house warm? Especially as winter really starts to set in, you don’t want to dawdle while your home gets chillier and chillier. We’ll discuss some of the problems that might cause your heat to run without heating your house up, and some quick solutions that might resolve the problem.

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Why is My Boiler Leaking Water From the Bottom?

Monday, November 14th, 2022
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It’s the time of year when it’s absolutely critical to make sure your heating system is in good enough shape to keep you warm for the winter. If there are any problems, they need to be addressed now, so you don’t end up with a major heating failure in the dead of winter. And if your heating system is a boiler, that means making sure any leaks are repaired.

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It’s Never Too Early for This Important Heating Service!

Monday, September 19th, 2022
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You might still be trying to squeeze in some last summer fun, enjoying the warm days, and even still running your air conditioner on occasion. After all, it’s barely autumn yet. But even if you don’t want to think about it yet, winter will come, and you don’t want to be caught unprepared when it does.

Scheduling a fall inspection for your furnace can mean the difference between a cozy home as soon as you need it and a shivering wait for emergency repairs. There are several reasons to schedule furnace maintenance in New Lenox, IL right away, even if you are still wearing sandals and sunscreen.

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What That Weird Heating Sound Means

Monday, April 4th, 2022

Woman-covering-her-ears-from-loud-noiseIt’s been a long winter and although the calendar reads as spring, it doesn’t mean that the weather reflects this. The temperatures outside are still chilly and you’re still using your heater. Although you might have made it through the winter season, it’s still beneficial to take a moment to reflect. If you struggled with your home’s heater, then it’s time to consider heating repair in Lockport, IL.

If the problem you noted this season is difficult with odd noises coming from your heater, then we suggest getting in touch with our professionals. Our blog is a great place to start. This will help you decode the meaning behind all the weird noises you’re hearing. It’s also important to finish strong with the help of our professionals. Our repair services will set things straight. 

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