Johansen & Anderson Inc Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Lockport’

Are Your Ducts Causing Wasted Money and Dirty Air?

Monday, March 3rd, 2025

Here’s a scary statistic for you: in the average home in America which has ductwork as part of its HVAC system, up to 30% of the heated and cooled air is lost through leaks in the ducts. Imagine nearly a third of the air you’ve paid so much to get to the perfect temperature being wasted, never making it to your vents.

And that’s the average! Many, many homes have much leakier ductwork, full of holes, cracks, tears, and other damage. Worse, wasted energy (and thus wasted money) is not the only problem. Leaky ducts also allow contaminants into your air. What can you do? We’re at your service.

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Prompt Repairs Protect Your Heating System

Monday, January 20th, 2025

You want to do right by your heating system. It cost you a lot to purchase, after all, and that investment should be protected! You also really enjoy being safe and warm all winter long, don’t you? Well, we can help you protect your investment and stay warm. When you’re concerned about your heating system, get repairs as promptly as possible! It’ll truly keep that system in great shape for much longer. Here’s why.

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Unpleasant Odors? You Might Need Heating Repair

Monday, December 23rd, 2024

You probably know that when there’s a problem with something—whether it’s your computer or your car—having it sorted out quickly can keep the problem from worsening. This is true of your heating system as well. Sometimes, you can tell there’s a problem because your heat just isn’t working. Maybe it won’t turn on at all, or maybe it runs but doesn’t get your home warm enough.

But there are other signs to be aware of as well. A heating system that makes odd noises, runs in very short cycles, or has started to drive your utility bills up is also giving you clues that something’s wrong. Today we’ll talk about when heating systems make strange smells. Does an unpleasant odor always mean your furnace needs repair? Let’s take a look. We’re ready to help anytime you need heater service in Lockport, IL.

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Benefits of a Whole House Humidifier

Monday, October 28th, 2024

You’ve surely heard people say, “It’s not the heat, it’s the humidity!” Well, the opposite is also true. In the winter, the cold isn’t the only difficulty. The dry air can make issues of cold weather worse and also pose entirely new issues. The best way to deal with extremely dry winter air is by increasing the humidity in your home. We recommend a whole house humidifier. It will provide more benefits than you might realize. Here’s what you should know. Reach out to speak to our team about humidifier services in Lockport, IL.

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Commercial AC System FAQs

Monday, September 2nd, 2024

As the owner of a business or commercial property, you’ve no doubt noticed that your HVAC system is a very critical part of the building. A large portion of your utility bills is due to heating and cooling. Problems with the HVAC system can cause major setbacks for your business. And yet, most property owners don’t know very much about these essential systems.

You need to be an expert in your business; you don’t need to be an expert at everything. You simply need to know when to call in a qualified professional. To help you better understand the basics and be able to gauge when an expert is needed, we’ve put together this little list. Here’s an FAQ on commercial AC systems to give you a grounding in the essential knowledge you should have as a property owner. When you have any questions about commercial air conditioning in Lockport, IL, we’ve got the answers.

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Join the Comfort Club Maintenance Program

Monday, July 22nd, 2024

You need annual checkups to make sure you’re healthy and growing well. Your car needs oil changes and inspections, without which it would struggle to run and would likely start to develop serious problems. And your home, which you rely on to keep you safe, warm enough in winter and cool enough in summer–do you make sure it gets preventative care as well?

To keep your heat and AC running smoothly and efficiently, to avoid major issues, and to keep your home safe, it’s important to have maintenance done regularly. The best way to keep your HVAC system in top-notch condition is to join a maintenance program. There are so many benefits. Keep reading to learn more about why it’s so important and how we make it easy for you with our Comfort Club residential HVAC maintenance program in Lockport, IL.

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What’s in Your Air? Allergens & More

Monday, June 10th, 2024

Many people suffer with pollen allergies, which tend to be terrible right around now for those who react to tree pollen. But there are many other things that can float around in your air causing allergic reactions and respiratory symptoms as well as other types of illness. What allergens are in your air besides pollen? How can you improve your indoor air quality and breathe easier? We’ve got some info for you.

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Why Won’t My Heat Pump Switch Modes?

Monday, April 15th, 2024

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A heat pump is very much like an air conditioner. Almost all of the components are the same or very similar. This means that when there’s a problem with how it’s working, chances are, it is one of the same problems that air conditioners encounter. This could be something like a problem with the blower fan motor, or refrigerant leaking from the coils somewhere.

However, there is one type of problem that heat pumps can have which is totally different from anything you’ve had to deal with from an air conditioner before. This is because of the one way that your heat pump really differs from an air conditioner. A heat pump can switch between heating and cooling with a component called a reversing valve. This part can fail, leaving your heat pump stuck in one mode.

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Yes, Your Boiler Needs Annual Maintenance

Monday, March 4th, 2024

Boilers are truly fantastic heating systems. They’re great at keeping the temperature in a home very consistent. They use water to heat, so they don’t blow around dry air and dust like a forced-air furnace does. And they’re also less likely to require repairs than a furnace. This is because they have fewer moving parts and are less prone to corrosion.

But you know the one basic truth of the universe: nothing works perfectly forever. If you keep running that boiler, eventually, you’re going to run into a problem that requires repair. But there is something you can do to make it even less likely that your boiler will need repair: annual maintenance. It has other benefits, too!

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Heating Maintenance Is Worth Every Penny, and Might Be Cheaper Than You Think

Monday, January 22nd, 2024

We talk a lot on this blog about heating maintenance. We really want everyone to know just how important it is. Yet the fact remains, not everyone has their heating system maintained every year. There are even folks who never have heating maintenance done! We’re concerned that they might be trying to cut expenses by not scheduling maintenance, when the truth is, they’re actually increasing their expenses.

If you’ve thought that paying to have a technician maintain your heating system sounds like a bill you don’t want to have to pay, please consider what we’re about to tell you. Heating maintenance will definitely save you money, and we believe in it so strongly that we’ve got a great offer that will save you even more.

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