American Comfort Heating and Cooling Blog: Archive for the ‘Heating’ Category

Smell Gas? Call for Furnace Repairs ASAP!

Monday, February 10th, 2020
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If you haven’t used your furnace in a while you may notice a strange smell when you kick it on for the first time that year. In most cases, that strange smell can be attributed to a little bit of build-up of dirt, debris, and dust. Dust happens and thankfully you should be able to avoid these smells by scheduling maintenance before you start up your furnace each year so a technician can make sure everything is clean and ready to go.

However, if you’ve been running your furnace throughout winter and you discover that you are noticing another strange smell, you should pay close attention.

If it smells like gas or sulfur, you need to shut down your furnace and call for furnace repair in Winder, GA immediately.

Here is why.

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How to Tell Your Heat Pump Needs Repairs

Monday, January 27th, 2020
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Winder can see pretty cold weather during the winter months. However, this is following the multiple months of harsh heat and humidity we endure during summer. When you have a heat pump, this system will most certainly see you through the year in complete comfort. Whether you need heating or cooling, your heat pump has you covered.

However, because you use one great system for year-round comfort, it also means your heat pump sees a lot more wear and tear. And let’s be honest, the last thing anyone wants if for their heater to break down in the middle of a cold spell.

That is what our heating services in Winder, GA are for thankfully. All you need to do is reach out when your heat pump starts showing signs of an issue. But to do this, you need to know what to look for.

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Key Services That Invest in Your Heating System

Monday, January 13th, 2020
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When you think about your heating system you probably consider how happy you are when it is working well. Maybe you go as far as to think about how annoying it is when your heater breaks down. But do you ever think about what you could do to invest in the operational efficiency and longevity of your heater?

Believe it or not, there are several services that you can schedule that will help your heating unit accomplish its job throughout the cooler months, whether it be a heat pump or a furnace. We want you to know about how beneficial these services are so you can stay comfortable for years to come. All you need to do is keep reading to learn more (and of course when you need a heating HVAC contractor in Lawrenceville, GA make sure you reach out to our team!)

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3 Benefits of Annual HVAC System Maintenance

Monday, December 16th, 2019
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By all accounts, you believe that your heater is working perfectly well, thank you very much. The home is warm, there are no weird noises, and your bills are reasonable (aside from that one day Jimmy thought it would be funny to crank up the temp). So, if everything is running smoothly, why should you bother with scheduling maintenance for your heating system?

In short: because you want that system to keep running well.

Heating system maintenance has all sorts of benefits for your system that end up paying off in the long run. What seems like a small investment actually turns out to be a pretty major impact on the ability of your heater to do its job.

But let’s touch on the specifics so you can understand exactly how beneficial maintenance is for your heater.

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Is A Furnace Repair Worth the Cost?

Monday, December 2nd, 2019
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You’ve been trying to ignore that weird noise that your furnace heater has been making for a long while but you just can’t push it off anymore. At first you thought it may have just been a “quirk” that your furnace developed with its age. However, it only got louder and more aggressive and now you’re noticing that the heating doesn’t seem to be working just right.

It can be all too easy to put off this necessary service off, however. Maybe you can just get used to the noise, or perhaps you can simply use the heater a little less. The truth is thought that you are far better off getting a repair done now.

It’s time to face the music: your heater is due for furnace repair Winder, GA.

Why? Let us explain.

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Will Your Heater Be Working For Holidays?

Monday, November 18th, 2019
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The holidays are a wonderful time of year when many of us are able to visit with our loved ones, enjoy a plethora of good food and relax. One of the best things about this season is when it is chilly outside but you have the benefit of enjoying your heater’s hard won efforts to keep you warm.

The holidays wouldn’t be the same without your heater because you would spend a lot more time bundled in a burrito of blankets to ward of the cold and would barely make it anywhere. This is one of the many reasons it is so important to double check your heater as fall becomes winter. If there are any potential problems with your heater, you want to catch them now, before your system breaks down at the worst possible time.

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What Heater Should You Get?

Monday, November 4th, 2019
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Did you wake up shivering this morning? Are you spending longer amounts of time in the shower because it is your only reliable source of warmth right now?

These are the habits of someone who does not have a working heater. And if you meet that mold, we want to help. No one should have to shiver their days away in their home when there are energy-efficient heating options available. All you need to do is choose which one you want to install!

We are of course happy to help with both the process of deciding which heating system you want, and providing our services for heating system installation in Winder when you are ready.

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HVAC Services That Can Lower Your Heating Bill

Monday, January 28th, 2019

There’s no better feeling than coming home to a nicely warmed home, courtesy of your favorite heating system in Winder, GA. Of course, there is one thing that can spoil the mood:

The heating bill.

Owning an HVAC system is a constant battle between performance and efficiency. We believe you deserve the comfort you want at the lowest possible price. And while using your heater as little as possible is one way to lower costs, it’s not exactly the most comfortable. Instead, try opting for some of these services.

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Finding the Perfect Heater for Your Home

Monday, December 31st, 2018

Need help finding the perfect heating system? Whether this is the first heater for a brand-new home or if you’re replacing a current system, it helps to know what your options are. Here in Winder, your best options for heating are either heat pumps or furnaces. But even within those two categories there are other choices to make.

If it sounds confusing, don’t worry. We’ll go over all of it in this brief post.

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