Furnace Articles
Everyone wants to save money on heating bills, especially when the winter temperatures start to drop. At , we love helping homeowners lower energy costs without skimping on comfort. One of the questions we often hear from our customers is, “Is it okay to turn the heat off when I leave the house and then…
When the temperatures drop in , nothing feels as comfy as turning up the heat and cozying up indoors. Your furnace works hard to keep your home toasty, but continuous heating also dries indoor air. Our customers at often ask why their indoor air quality suffers during the winter. Unfortunately, your furnace can make your…
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Winter in Okotpks, is shaping up to be especially harsh this year. Can you imagine not having your furnace to help you make it through? You go to turn it on … and instead of rushing warm air through your ducts, it rattles, groans, and then just sits in sullen silence, clearly protesting another season of overworked servitude.
There is nothing scarier than switching your furnace on in the fall and catching a whiff of something burning.
If that happens to you, try to stay calm. The odor could be a harmless sign that your furnace is burning off dust at the start of the heating season in Alberta. Or it could be a red flag for a more significant problem.
A furnace is a major investment for any homeowner in Calgary. Although it’s not something that will need to be done frequently, most people will face the decision of needing to purchase a new heating system sometime during home ownership.
What’s at the top of your fall to-do list in Okotoks? Make sure it is your furnace.
Prepping your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system for winter not only enhances your safety and your furnace’s efficiency, it can help keep your repair budget in line during cold weather.
It’s understandable that home maintenance tasks can fall by the wayside. Many homeowners in Calgary, follow the old saying: “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” Life gets busy, and other priorities tend to creep in each month, eating away at your time and budget.
You just discovered there is a puddle of water on the floor in front of your furnace. What does this mean? Why would your furnace be leaking water?
Opt for an ENERG STAR® qualified furnace—these can be up to 15 percent more efficient than traditional furnaces, according to ENERGY STAR.
You’ll be pleased to know that today’s gas furnaces burn at an efficiency rating as high as 97 percent, according to Consumer Reports.
Distinct Heating & Cooling wishes more of our Alberta customers knew about the simple ways to cut heating costs during the winter.
If you ever hear your gas furnace turn on but cannot feel any warm air blowing from the vents inside your Alberta home, chances are the pilot light went out.
Our highly trained HVAC professionals are here to explain things in more depth and lend a hand with any furnace issue that arises.
We receive countless calls every time the temperatures drop below normal ranges, as homeowners here in Calgary, encounter problems with their home’s heating system. With the record-low temperatures and extreme conditions most of the country is currently experiencing, our Distinct Heating & Cooling professionals want to share some insights and tips with you to keep your indoors cozy while Old Man Winter blusters away outdoors.
If your furnace seems to be producing heat inconsistently around your Calgary home to you, you’re not alone. Many homes have varied conditions from room to room, causing spotty heating or cooling.
Furnace filters. They’re one of those items not really on the top of everyone’s minds, but they are important and can have a big impact.
As the leaves change color here in Alberta, our team at Distinct Heating & Cooling is preparing for an important time of the year—furnace inspection season.
Is your furnace blowing air without pause? If so, you’re probably feeling a bit concerned. First, your Calgary house most likely feels like an oven. On top of that, your utility bill will be considerably higher with your furnace constantly running. Believe it or not, this is a fairly common problem our professionals at Distinct Heating & Cooling see frequently, so you don’t need to worry.
If your furnace is producing a strange smell, you should always treat it with caution. While the cause for the odor may be benign, it could just as easily be harmful to inhale. When in doubt, always open windows to ensure ventilation, and evacuate your Calgary home. For your convenience and protection, our Distinct Heating…
At Distinct Heating & Cooling, we take the safety of our customers in Alberta seriously. That’s why we want you to know how to spot a cracked heat exchanger.
It’s understandable that maintenance tasks often fall by the wayside. Many homeowners follow the mantra of “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” Everyone is busy and many seemingly more important priorities tend to creep up every month to consume time and money. However, the last thing you want to worry about when the weather…