Winter here in Illinois means that you’re firing up your furnace more than ever. While today’s furnaces are amazing at keeping our homes both warm and safe, there are risks with any appliance in your home that burns fuel. Any problems that your furnace might have should always be addressed promptly and through the service of a professional in your home. Upkeep from a team like ours helps make sure that your furnace is always running in the best condition possible. If you need great HVAC services in Orland Park, IL then contact our team. If you want to know how to keep your home safe and warm all winter long, keep reading below.
Johansen & Anderson Inc Blog: Archive for the ‘Heating’ Category
A Quick Guide to Winter Furnace Safety
Monday, December 17th, 2018Get the Most Out of Your Heating System This Winter
Monday, December 3rd, 2018
Do you run into high heating bills every winter? It’s understandable here in Plainfield because our winters are so long and cold. We take care of many homeowners here across Illinois, we understand that many come to expect the higher heating bills in winter along with other minor inconveniences to your heating system. But there are many ways for you to get the most out of your heating system while avoiding all these problems. If you need great HVAC services in Plainfield, then you need our team. If you want to know how to get the most out of your heating system, then keep reading below.
How to Know When It’s Time to Repair Your Furnace
Monday, November 19th, 2018
Temperatures are cooling off here in Orland Park. If you’ve had problems with your system this past winter or throughout fall then now is the time to repair your furnace system. Furnaces are put to good use here in Illinois so it’s best to schedule repairs sooner than later to maintain a healthy system. We understand this is a big investment, so we provide service at the best prices, quality financing, and the best services to care for your system. If you need furnace repair in Orland Park, IL, then our team is the right crew for the job.
How to Prepare Your Heating System for Winter
Monday, October 22nd, 2018
It’s fall here in Bolingbrook! That means the kids are back in school, the leaves on the neighborhood trees become more vibrant each day, and the holiday season is on the horizon. This is a special time of year, make sure you’re enjoying it to its full capacity by preparing your home’s heating system for winter—you don’t want to get caught out in the cold!
If you need premier HVAC services in Bolingbrook, IL our technicians at Johansen & Anderson Inc are the right team for the job. We understand the specific needs of Illinois residents because our company has serviced the area for the past 70 years. We’ve taken the time to perfect our craft—you can count on us when you need a job done right.
As Temperatures Cool Down, Start Thinking About Your Furnace
Monday, October 8th, 2018
It’s fall and temperatures are finally starting to cool down here in Joliet, now is the perfect time to start preparing your furnace. If you noticed that you had any heating inconsistencies throughout the past year, then now is the time to handle these problems before temperatures really plummet. If you need expert furnace services in Joliet, look no further than our team here at Johansen & Anderson.
How Much Longer Can Your Heating System Last?
Monday, April 23rd, 2018
The warm weather is moving in, and although we can’t rule out a few more surprises in our local weather, we’re almost at the point where heating systems in homes will shut down for the season.
Once you no longer have need of your home’s furnace, heat pump, or boiler for the foreseeable future, it’s good to assess its performance over the last winter and ask the big question: How many more years does this system have left in it? If you have reason to suspect that it may not make it through the next winter, now is one of the best times to arrange for a professional to replace it. Spring is a less busy period for HVAC technicians, and you’ll have plenty of time to think over your options and make the best choice.
Could Your Furnace Be Unsafe to Run?
Monday, April 9th, 2018
Concerns about the safety of natural gas furnaces are common. We often have customers ask us if it’s really safe to have a natural gas furnace in their home.
The first thing we tell people is that gas furnaces are the most common type of heating system found across the U.S. If furnaces had any type of bad safety record, they wouldn’t be allowed so extensively into homes. The manufacturers of modern gas furnaces are required to design their systems with numerous safety features and to meet many national, state, and local requirements. When you see the ENERGY STAR label on a furnace, it not only means the furnace meets the standards for energy conservation, but it was also built to meet demanding safety standards.
3 Ways to Start Saving on Heating
Monday, March 26th, 2018
The end of the heating season is often a rough one. March and April can throw some of the coldest days of the year at us, and you can expect to see higher utility bills until the spring thaw finally sets in for keeps. But you’re probably paying too much for your heating—there are many small mistakes or tasks you may forget that will raise energy use and your bills.
Here are three ways you can start saving energy. They aren’t difficult to do—the last one only requires picking up the phone and calling our office!
Could Your Furnace Use a Tune-Up?
Monday, March 12th, 2018
Your heating system is working just fine, for the most part. When you set the temperature on the thermostat, the furnace turns on and heat comes out of the vents. What more could you ask for? And why would you feel the need to schedule service for a furnace that is, for the most part, running smoothly?
However, furnaces should receive one service every year, even if they appear to be running properly. This service is a tune-up, and it’s the best way to ensure your furnace is there when you need it to work properly. Could your furnace be in need of this service?
4 Ways You May Be Overworking Your Furnace
Monday, February 26th, 2018You need central heating in Lockport, IL—there’s no way around it. Portable heaters are a hassle, and they won’t protect your pipes or, of course, keep the whole house warm as you deserve. However, you may not need to be using your central heating as much as you are right now.
That doesn’t mean you should shut it off altogether. It just means taking the right steps to reduce usage, whether that’s moderating temperatures or watching the way it’s maintained. Here’s how you may currently be overworking your furnace.