Idaho Heating & Air Blog: Posts Tagged ‘heating repair’

Myths and Truths About Heating Repair

Monday, November 7th, 2022

The internet has been an incredible advancement for the HVAC industry. It allows customers to get an in-detail look at their heating system, how it works, and even watch videos of technicians fixing it when something goes wrong. There are a ton of resources you can look up right now, from the Department of Energy’s website, to global non-profits with informative articles on heating in our country, and we are always in support of customers learning more. However, with great power comes great responsibility, and the age of the internet has brought a huge responsibility to our attention: dispelling myths about heating.

You’ve probably heard people say that their 20-year-old furnace still works perfectly fine and that they’ve never invested in maintenance. Or that their furnace “makes a rumbling sound all the time, but it works fine.” Regardless of where you’ve heard these claims, they’re not really truthful. We’re here to help provide facts as well as heating repair in Meridian, ID for our customers.

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An Informative Heating Glossary

Monday, January 3rd, 2022

Here’s a frustrating experience: you call your favorite HVAC pro to give you some tips on your high heating bill, and all of a sudden they’re speaking what sounds like another language. A heat exchanger? What the heck is a capacitor? Why would you need to know what a blower motor is if you have a gas furnace? This is not only frustrating, but it can drive customers away from working with professionals when they feel shunned out of the industry.

Well, we know you’re trying your best, and we’re never going to fault you for not knowing certain terms and conditions when it comes to HVAC equipment. These systems are complex, and you should be informed by professionals who are willing to work with you, not just work for you.

Today, let’s discuss some terms that are going to be important for the next time you need help with heating repair in Nampa, ID.

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What’s Wrong With Your Radiant Heat?

Monday, December 6th, 2021

We all know a bit about radiant heat, even if it might not seem like it. For instance, you probably know the phrase “heat rises,” right? Well, that’s one of the most basic principles of radiant heat! Many boiler systems and other radiant heaters rely on radiators and other heaters that sit close to the ground. This works since we know that heat radiates upwards and is easier for us to feel when it’s coming from below.

Likewise, most of us know about convection ovens. Well, radiant heat works with convection as well! Circulating the heat that’s rising through your house is one of the best ways to conserve heat and keep things energy efficient in your house. Like it or not, you might be a bit of a radiant heat expert yourself!

However, sometimes your home might need heating repair in Boise, ID, and it’s up to both of us to figure out what the problem is!

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What Happens When You Forget to Change Your Air Filter?

Monday, November 22nd, 2021

Most homeowners already know that a forced-air heating system requires a filter change every 1-3 months. This is par for the course with being a homeowner, and many people already have this built into their schedules. Sometimes it can be easy when you have a calendar that tells you when to change your air filter, along with when to do the laundry and when your bills are due. Treating your filter like just another chore like this is a great way to make it feel routine and to ensure you never forget about it.

But what happens when a homeowner forgets about their air filter? Do they immediately need heating repair in Boise, ID? Not necessarily.

Today, we’d like to give a bit more context to the reasons why we talk about homeowners changing their air filters so frequently. We’re going to talk about why this is so important and what can happen if your air filter gets too dirty and clogged up.

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