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Troubleshooting a Furnace That Won’t Heat

A family of four sitting on the floor of a home living room in front of a space heater with scarves and winter hats.

Living in your home long enough teaches you a few things: how to spot a leak before it turns into a flood, how to decode the mysterious beep of a dying smoke detector at 2 AM, and, maybe most frustrating of all, how to handle the moments your furnace decides to play games.

How Often Should I Schedule a Heating Tune-Up?

An HVAC technician shaking hands with a homeowner in front of a house.

That first crisp autumn morning always feels magical, a sign of cozy days to come. You pull out your favorite sweater and think about warm evenings spent at home. But is your heating system ready for the season ahead? Proactive care is the secret to a warm and welcoming home all winter long.

How to Tell If Your Thermostat Is Miscalibrated

A man adjusting a smart thermostat in a home.

Your home’s comfort depends on a lot of moving parts, but one small device controls it all: the thermostat. Whether you have a smart or programmable thermostat, it’s the central hub that tells your heating and air conditioning system what to do. But when that thermostat is miscalibrated, even the most state-of-the-art heat pump, AC […]

Why You Should Get a Ductless Mini Split

A ductless mini-split system installed outside of a home.

Modern home comfort has evolved in fascinating ways. Today’s HVAC innovations have brought us dual fuel systems that combine gas furnaces with electric heat pumps, smart thermostats that learn your schedule, and high-efficiency central air conditioning systems that keep your energy bills low. Among these advances is something powerful and strong that offers flexibility like […]

Why Is My Heat Pump Not Turning On?

A heat pump unit installed outside of a home.

Your heat pump is usually a trusty part of your home, working quietly in the background to keep things comfortable. Whether it’s keeping you cool in the summer or warm in the winter, it’s always there — until it’s not. If your heat pump won’t turn on when you need it most, it can leave […]

What Does It Mean When a Furnace Short Cycles?

A man removing a dirty air filter from a furnace.

When your furnace keeps turning on and off in quick bursts, it can leave you feeling confused and frustrated. One moment, it’s warming your home, and the next, it shuts down before it can finish the job. This constant stopping and starting, known as short cycling, is a sign that something is wrong with your […]