Heating

Licensed technician to install your furnace

This is why you need a licensed technician to install your furnace

So you know a guy — let’s call him Kevin — who can install or service your furnace for…

best price on a new furnace

How to get the best price on a new furnace: the ultimate comfort system

Buying a new furnace doesn’t come cheap. It’s a big investment that, if done right, should last

What is a boiler?

What is a boiler?

Instead of using fans and ducts to circulate air like a furnace, a boiler distributes heated water (or steam)…

What is an AFUE rating?

What does an AFUE rating mean for a furnace?

Simply put, the AFUE rating is a measure of your furnace’s efficiency. In practical terms, efficiency is measured…

The 5-step guide to buying a new gas furnace

The 5-step guide to buying a new gas furnace

When was the last time you bought a new gas furnace? We’re not surprised if your answer was…

How to tell if you need a new furnace (and if you have an old furnace)

How to tell if you need a new furnace (and if you have an old furnace)

This is where a car analogy really works well. An old furnace that is on its last legs can…

How often should I change my furnace filter?

How often should I change my furnace filter?

The rule of thumb is that you should change your furnace filter at least every three months at a…

How many BTU does a new furnace need for my house?

How many BTU does a new furnace need for my house?

There are a few factors that go into evaluating a new furnace and the BTU number is one…

Furnace lifespan

Furnace lifespan: how many years does a gas furnace last?

The right time to think about your furnace lifespan is not when you wake up in the…

What furnace size do I need?

What furnace size do I need?

One of the most common heating questions for homeowners is: what furnace size do I need? Since the typical…