When people weigh the pros and cons of oil vs. gas, they should think about the repairs and maintenance procedures that the heating systems might need in the future. Oil furnaces have a lot of advantages in the short-term and in the long run. 1. Oil furnaces and heating systems often last longer than natural [...]
The arrival of fall means that the weather will be changing and that you will soon find yourself switching off your air conditioner and turning on your furnace (if you haven’t already). However, before the cold of winter arrives, you may want to consider having your furnace replaced if you experienced issues with it last [...]
As you have likely noticed by the subtle changes in the weather, fall is officially upon us. This means that the days will be getting shorter, and the temperatures will soon be dropping, which makes it important that your heater is working properly so that it will be able to keep you and your family [...]
The oil vs. gas debate has been going on for a long time with regards to household heating options. Oil certainly has a lot going for it. People should really think about all of the benefits associated with using oil to keep their homes warm. 1. Oil is less risky to store in a household [...]
Homes around the Rhode Island area are heated both by natural gas and home heating oil. However, these two fuels are quite different. They have different qualities, standards and economic considerations. When choosing between these two, it is best to be informed about the choice. First of all, oil is far more plentiful globally and [...]
Many furnace repair issues go undiagnosed since they do not keep the furnace from running. Yet such issues can drive your efficiency down, while driving up your energy costs. Combustion analysis is one of the most effective ways that a heating contractor can diagnose efficiency issues. If you would like to learn more about this [...]
Many people put off furnace maintenance until their procrastination eventually leads to breakdowns and even more expensive repairs. This behavior is often tied to a lack of understanding about what an HVAC technician can do to keep your residential furnace running strong. If you would like to learn more about the kinds of maintenance tasks [...]
Oil furnaces contain numerous components, each of which is meant to achieve its own specific role. Yet of all of these components, none has a more important job to perform than the fuel nozzle. If you would like to increase your knowledge of this vital component, read on. This article will introduce you to the [...]
With the end of heating season weeks away, it is still of great importance for every household and business in Rhode island to have an established plan of action in the event of a heating emergency. Even into April, nighttime temperatures can dip well below freezing here in the Northeast, making the immediate and reliable [...]
Not all homes are built the same, meaning that there isn’t always a standard place for the furnace to be located. For that reason, furnaces differ in terms of what is known as their airflow configuration--essentially, what part of the furnace the heat is coming out of. If you would like to learn more about [...]