Most of our customers have a very rough idea of what a boiler is and how it differs from either a furnace or a hot water heater. The differences between the three can definitely be a bit confusing to people outside the industry because a boiler heats water (like a hot water heater) and distributes […]
At the beginning of every winter, you start hearing murmurings about carbon monoxide safety–and for good reason. When cold weather begins, people turn on their furnaces for the first time in months, and the potential for carbon monoxide safety issues increase. Why Furnaces Can Cause Carbon Monoxide Safety Concerns A well-maintained furnace should not emit
Radiant floor heating systems are a great option to consider, especially if you are doing an extensive remodel or building a home. While less expensive to install than a geothermal system, they are much more energy efficient than traditional forced-air systems. Here’s what you need to know about radiant floor heating. Radiant Floor Heating for
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A myth has been floating around for years that keeping your home at a constant temperature–say 72 degrees year round–is the best way to save money on energy bills and avoid making your furnace or air conditioner play catch up. But while this makes a certain intuitive sense, your heating and cooling systems just don’t
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It looks like we still have some 80-degree days ahead, but you can feel that slight chill in the air that signals the coming of fall. Maybe it’s being in the heating and cooling industry, but there is always something exciting about the changing of seasons. Of course, it also forces you to think back
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A frequent question we get from customers is, “How long will my furnace last?” The standard answer is somewhere between 15 and 20 years. But there are steps you can take to ensure your furnace’s longevity. (If you’re already living in Colorado–congrats! Furnaces do tend to last longer in our dry climate.) How Long Will
Do you feel like each winter is consumed by a constant battle to get your entire home to a comfortable temperature? There are some basic physics that you’re fighting against here–heat rises, so often when you finally get your downstairs feeling good, your upper floors feel boiling hot. And certain rooms get a lot more
If you live in the mountain towns just outside of the Front Range (or if you’ve been camping up there in the last few weeks), you know that there is suddenly a real chill in the air overnight. From the perspective of a heating and cooling company, of course, this means one thing: furnace tuneups!
No one in the market for a new furnace is looking for a LESS efficient furnace, right? Both for the sake of the environment and for your wallet, you are probably thinking about buying a more energy-efficient furnace. But don’t worry–an energy-efficient furnace doesn’t mean sacrificing ease and warmth. If your furnace was installed before
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Your furnace is probably the last thing on your mind right now. You’re trying to enjoy the last week or two of summer, shop for school supplies, and fit in a few more afternoons at the pool. But here’s why you should actually be changing your furnace filter now–yes, now meaning August! Though your furnace
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