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How to Know If Your Flame Sensor Isn’t Working

Monday, January 30th, 2023
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Your furnace has a lot of components. If something is wrong, how could you possibly guess which component is causing the problem? First, for safety’s sake, let us be clear that any furnace problem should be diagnosed and repaired by a qualified technician. But it is always helpful to better understand the heating system in your own home. 

One of the components that can prevent your furnace from working properly is the flame sensor. As the name implies, it senses the flame. What can go wrong with your flame sensor, and what are the signs that this is the root of your furnace problem? Here’s a rundown of what the flame sensor is there to do, what can prevent it from doing its job properly, and what that does to your furnace.

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These Are the Most Common Furnace Repairs

Monday, January 16th, 2023
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It would be lovely if everything always worked perfectly. Unfortunately, problems always crop up sooner or later. And with something like a furnace, which has many components and moving parts, there are more points of possible failure. If you’re not an experienced furnace owner and are wondering what sorts of things could possibly go wrong, we’ve got you covered.

We’ll list some of the most common issues you can encounter with a furnace, what might cause them, and when you should get a technician in to take a look. We’ll also give you helpful tips for keeping your furnace in good shape so you can decrease the odds of things going wrong in the future.

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The Leading Way to Prevent Furnace Repair

Monday, December 5th, 2022
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Furnace repairs can be quite a hassle, especially when the need for repair comes up unexpectedly. You have to rearrange your schedule to be available for the technician, and then you worry about what the cost will be and how you will pay it. But you don’t have many options, because you need your heat up and running. It’s even worse if your furnace fails completely during a cold winter night, and you wake up to a frigid house.

It’s worth doing anything that’s necessary to decrease the likelihood of repairs, so that you can avoid the stress, expense, and inconvenience. And we’ve got some great news for you. The best way to prevent furnace repair is very simple and straightforward: it’s regular maintenance.

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Close Out Heating Season Strong With a New System

Monday, April 11th, 2022
Inside a gas furnace. Focus = the top of the middle flange. 12MP camera.

Spring is finally here but that doesn’t mean you should forget about your heater. If you want to close out this season strong, then we suggest considering the status of your home’s heater. If you can look back on the past few months and realize that you had a trying heating season, then it’s time for you to schedule an appointment for heating service in Oro Valley, AZ.

We understand that heating replacement isn’t necessarily a fun task you’re looking forward to, but our professionals can make it as easy as possible for you. We’re able to do this because we know our stuff, we’re experienced, and we pride ourselves on quality work. We’re going to make sure that you have the perfect new heater so that you can have a stress-free spring, summer, as well as fall when heating season rolls back around. 

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How a New Thermostat Can Improve Your Heating

Monday, March 14th, 2022

After a long winter here, you might want to consider ways to get your home warmer. If you’ve tried all the tips and tricks we’ve suggested to improve your heating efficiency, then we suggest starting with minor changes at home. One of the small changes you can make that makes a huge improvement is changing your thermostat. 

Your thermostat is the central control hub of your home’s HVAC system. If you want great heating service in Red Rock, AZ, then we’re the ones who can provide you with the right thermostat work. On top of this, if you have questions, then we have the answers to your questions. We want to provide you with all the knowledge you need.

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No, You’re Not Too Late for Furnace Maintenance

Monday, February 14th, 2022

Winter is here and the weather is cold. This season snuck up on us fast this year. If you’ve meandered over to your thermostat one morning to take the chill off and realized that you never got around to scheduling that heating maintenance appointment, we want you to know that there’s still time to do so. Our outlook on maintenance is “better late than never,” so although we encourage you to schedule during the fall, you can still do it now. 

Maintenance is easy with a team of professionals like ours. We inform you through every step of the process so you’re always at ease. We’re going to stay true to our emphasis on information today by letting you know the essentials concerning furnace maintenance in Tucson, AZ

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How to Make Your Furnace Service Even Better

Monday, January 17th, 2022

When you purchase a furnace, we know that you purchase it with the intention of it lasting as long as possible. You want to be able to spend the full 10–15 years with this system working in your home. We know that you also want your furnace to perform well, keep you warm, and cost you a reasonable amount each month. If you want this to be your reality, then you should keep your furnace in pristine condition. 

If you’re wondering what keeping a furnace in pristine condition entails, then you’ve found the right blog. There are some simple things you can do to improve your furnace service in Tucson, AZ. These simple tips can help you get more from your furnace. 

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Improve Your Heater for the New Year

Monday, January 3rd, 2022

Are you worried about your heating system? The autumn came and went, and you just kept putting off that call to have it checked—or maybe the whole thing slipped your mind completely. There’s no need to worry. You can have your heater checked now and start 2022 off on the right foot.

Of course, it never hurts to have a system check-up. But there are some sure signs that your system is in need right now. Here is our New Year’s list of heating issues that need to be taken care of as quickly as possible:

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“Should I Repair or Replace?”

Monday, December 20th, 2021

Now that we’re at the tail end of fall and steadily moving into winter, you might reconsider your heating services. Heating care is something that becomes the focal point of your home during this time of year for good reason. If you want quality care, we’re the ones you can lean on to perfect your heating in Tucson, AZ.

The question that can become relevant during this time of year is: “Should I repair or replace my home’s heating system?” It’s a great question to ask. After all, you want to provide your home’s heater with the relevant service and we want to help you with this. Let’s help you decide your plan of action below. 

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How’s Your Heater Doing?

Monday, December 6th, 2021
Inside a gas furnace. Focus = the top of the middle flange. 12MP camera.

Now that we’ve reached a critical point of late fall, it’s important to check in with your home to make sure that everything is running as it should. The number one thing that you should check in with is your heater. You need to make sure that your heater isn’t only heating but that it’s heating well. Something that we realize is that people don’t address their heating needs because they don’t realize what they are. This is why we like to discuss HVAC in Green Valley, AZ with our customers. 

Today, we want you to get a quick overview of some things you should check in on this season. Let’s get into the most important pre-winter items you should check on below…

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