Covenant Heating and Cooling Blog: Archive for the ‘Heating’ Category

Is It Time to Replace My Furnace?

Monday, November 4th, 2024

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The temperatures are dropping. The cool breezes are picking up. Yes, autumn in Tennessee is spectacular. It might just be the perfect time of year! But sooner or later, the temperatures will drop even more, the breezes will go from cool to freezing, and you’ll need to know that you can rely on your heating system. Well, can you? Or might it be on its last legs?

A furnace can last for many years, especially if it receives maintenance every single year. Sadly, though, nothing lasts forever. One day, the time will come when a furnace is ready to retire, and you’ll have to get a new one. Has that day arrived? We’ll help you figure that out.

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Avoid Heating Repairs with Routine Maintenance

Monday, October 21st, 2024

How often do you think it’s reasonable for heating systems to need repair? Every few years? Once a year? More than once? What about actual system breakdowns, when you’re not just concerned about an odd noise or the heat not being evenly distributed, but your whole heating system has stopped working completely?

We’ve got news for you: almost all of these situations can be completely prevented. Yes, that’s right, whatever number of heating repair needs you’re used to dealing with, approximately 85% of them are unnecessary. How can you avoid heating system issues and breakdowns and make sure you’ll rarely if ever need repairs? With routine maintenance. Here’s the drill.

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Troubleshooting Your Malfunctioning Furnace

Monday, March 25th, 2024

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It might not be winter anymore, but there are still some chilly spring nights yet to come before we’re able to shut down our furnaces completely for the season. If you’re having heating trouble, you will need to get it sorted out or you’ll be in for some chilly discomfort! But wouldn’t it be nice if you could sort out the problem yourself without needing to get repairs done?

For your safety and the wellbeing of your furnace, actual heating repairs must be done by a qualified professional. But before you decide you require the services of a heating technician, there are some things you should investigate on your own. Follow this handy furnace troubleshooting checklist, and you might be able to resolve your own heating malfunction without any assistance.

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AFUE Ratings for Furnaces: What Do They Mean?

Monday, December 18th, 2023

When shopping for a new furnace, there are a lot of things to consider. Many homeowners understandably focus on the upfront cost of purchasing a furnace and its installation cost.

It’s easy to let this initial cost be the only thing you take into consideration when for many homeowners, a new furnace is a huge expense. The natural inclination will be to want to spend as little money as possible.

But doing so could potentially cost you more money in utilities for the 10-15 years that you own it. Let’s look at some other factors to consider besides the purchase price when it’s time for furnace installation in Brentwood, TN.

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Is Your Heating System Ready for the Holidays?

Monday, November 6th, 2023

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Halloween is over, Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and what many people consider “the most wonderful time of the year” is on its way. If you’re one of those people who put up their Christmas tree the day after Halloween, you’re probably looking forward to cooler weather and holiday festivities.

To maximize your enjoyment of the holiday season, a cozy home is essential. That’s why you should take 15 minutes from putting up those holiday decorations to decide if your heating system is ready for the holidays.

From scheduling a tune-up to changing the air filter, making sure your heating system will keep your family and guests comfortable is as easy as pumpkin pie. Let’s go over some tips on making sure your heating system is ready for the ho-ho-holidays.

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Get Cozy this Winter with a Ventless Fireplace

Monday, September 25th, 2023

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There’s just something about a fireplace that brings a type of ambiance and coziness you won’t find in any other type of heating system. For homeowners who want to increase their home’s aesthetics while also adding a valuable source of heat, consider a ventless fireplace. These can be easily added to just about any home even if you don’t have a chimney.

We install a wide range of Superior Fireplaces® Vent-Free gas logs. Also known as ventless fireplaces, these gas logs are a safe way to provide an additional heat source while creating the unbeatable feeling that comes from gathering around a fireplace. Read on to learn the benefits of ventless fireplaces.

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Options for Your Next Furnace Installation

Monday, March 13th, 2023

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Spring is just around the corner and you’re probably looking forward to transitioning from using your furnace to using your air conditioner. If part of the reason why has to do with feeling dissatisfied with your furnace’s performance, you may be due for furnace installation in Nashville, TN.

Although no one looks forward to the day when their furnace finally gives out and needs to be replaced, the good news is that today’s furnaces are much more energy efficient than models from just 5 years ago.

In fact, homeowners have never had so many exciting and eco-friendly options for heating their homes. Today’s heating systems are not only designed to be energy efficient but they’re being also made with your home comfort in mind. Let’s take a look at the options for furnace replacement.

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Dual Fuel Systems Pros and Cons

Monday, February 27th, 2023

As the winter draws to a close, you probably have a good idea of how well your heating system did over the winter. Was its performance lackluster? Do you suspect that the need for a replacement is in your home’s near future?

Although planning to replace your heating system can be a daunting task, the good news is that there are a lot of options when it comes to heating your home. Dual fuel systems in Nashville, TN could provide the perfect solution to your home comfort. Read on to learn more about these remarkable systems

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The Struggle Is Real: Is Your Furnace Worn Down?

Monday, February 13th, 2023

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You’re having issues with your furnace and you’re not sure what to do about it. It’s working, but not working well. When deciding whether it’s time to call for furnace repair in Brentwood, TN, there are a lot of reasons why homeowners hesitate. They’re not sure that the problem requires a timely repair or they could be worried it’s due for a replacement.

When it’s not something major like your heater not turning on, it’s easy to ignore the subtle signs that your furnace’s performance is suffering. Let’s go over the factors that are usually taken into account when we’re determining if your furnace would be better off getting repaired or being replaced. Hopefully, that’ll eliminate any fears you have when contemplating scheduling service.

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5 Signs You Need Heating Repair

Monday, January 16th, 2023

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A home’s heating system performs a thankless job. Day in and day out, it tirelessly labors to keep your home warm and cozy. As homeowners, you depend on your heater to work when you need it to.

Another nice thing that heaters do for homeowners is that they let you know when they’re struggling to do their jobs. They’ll make some strange noises, emit some unusual smells, and engage in some strange behaviors such as short cycling. Let’s review these 4 signs you need heating repair in Nashville, TN so you’ll know when to call for service and get your heater back to quietly and effortlessly performing its job.

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