ACI Northwest Blog: Archive for the ‘Heating’ Category

Why A Cracked Heat Exchanger Is Worrisome

Monday, March 13th, 2023

Even when your furnace has received annual maintenance, it can still develop a need for expert repairs. Tune-ups can prevent a majority of repairs, just not all of them.

It makes sense that you’d want to address any furnace repair in Hayden, ID quickly, no matter what they are. This applies to repairs even at the end of the heating season. There are some repairs that are a bit more problematic. That’s what we’ll focus on today.

A cracked heat exchanger in your furnace can prove to be a problem for both your comfort and your safety. Read on to learn more and schedule your repair with a professional today.

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Why Invest In An End-Of-Season Heater Repair

Monday, February 27th, 2023
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The cold weather is still dominating our days but the end of winter is still fast approaching. A long and trying winter season can leave even the most efficient heater struggling to produce the necessary warmth for your home. However, this late in the season, you may feel less encouraged about getting a heating repair in Coeur d’Alene, ID. While our team understands, we also want to let you know that a late-season heater repair is well worth the effort.

Let’s look at why end-of-season repairs for a malfunctioning heater are still worthwhile. Plus, we’ll tell you what some of the indicators are that your heater is struggling.

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Do You Need Repairs or a Replacement For Your Boiler?

Monday, January 16th, 2023
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Boilers are a key component of your home’s radiant heating system. This heater works hard on even the coldest days to keep your home warm so you are going to want it to be as reliable as possible. So what do you do if your boiler is losing its reliability?

There is more than one way to address a faulty boiler. The two biggest solutions are a boiler replacement or a boiler repair in Coeur d’Alene, ID. The question you may have is which option is the right one for you.

We can help give you the answer!

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Should You Invest In a Gas or All-Electric Furnace?

Monday, December 5th, 2022
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We know that now really isn’t the ideal time to be trying to get a new heater installed. However, if your other options are a space heater or a faulty heating system, then making the leap to get a new whole-house heating system may actually be your best option.

We know there is a lot to consider when choosing a new heater. That’s why we want to help. Let’s discuss your options so you can decide between a gas or all-electric furnace installation in Hayden, ID and enjoy a properly warm home this year.

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Have You Scheduled Furnace Maintenance Yet?

Monday, November 7th, 2022
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This is the time of year when all the extra candy comes in handy. Why? Because the sugar rush may be helping you prepare for the upcoming holiday season! Now more than ever many of us are looking forward to spending extra time with friends and family. But if you plan to host, you need to make sure that your guests aren’t going to be frozen to their seats.

Book your furnace tune-up today to ensure you have a comfortable holiday season. We’ll explain why this service is worth your while below.

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5 Indicators You Need Heater Repairs

Monday, February 28th, 2022
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If someone told you that you had to turn off your heater for the rest of the year tomorrow, would you be okay with that? We’d guess the answer would be no. This is because our cold season isn’t done yet so we need to keep our heaters in working order to ensure indoor comfort.

With all this said, if your heater needs repairs but isn’t getting them, you may find yourself with no heat at all. That is why we want you to know what the warning signs are of the need for heating repair in Spokane, WA. Knowing what to look for will help you request service from a professional early before it takes your comfort down!

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3 Signs You Need a New Heater for the New Year

Monday, January 3rd, 2022
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How was your New Year celebration? Did you have fun with family and friends or did you enjoy a quiet night indoors? Whether you stayed up until the clock struck 12 or not, we hope you were able to celebrate just the way you wanted. What’s more, we hope that your heater headed into the new year just as well as you did.

Unfortunately, this time of year, many homes start to notice that their heater is having problems. Big problems. We hate to be a downer but if this sounds familiar, it may mean you need a new system. On the bright side, this means you get to check off “Replace my faulty old heater” from your New Year’s Resolutions!

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Smelly Heater? Here Is What You Should Know

Monday, December 20th, 2021
Is your heater stinking up the house?

Turning on your heater should provide great comfort but not bad smells. If you start noticing that trying to heat up your home creates some unpleasant scents throughout the house, it may mean that you need some expert help. Why? Because a smelly heater is one that needs heating repair in Spokane, WA.

If you haven’t encountered this problem with your heater before, then you may not know that it is a problem or how to diagnose what type of problem it is. We’d love to give you some added information about this problem so you know when to reach out to us for assistance.

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6 Possible Reasons Why You Are Still Cold

Monday, November 22nd, 2021
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The heater is running but you just cannot get warm! Is something wrong with your heater or is there another problem causing your discomfort?

Struggling to keep warm may be an indicator of trouble with your HVAC system. However, there are other factors to check on too. It is possible that you have a different reason for that chill other than a problem with your heater. Make sure to check on these potential causes too!

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Hearing Scary Noises From Your Heater? We Can Help

Monday, October 25th, 2021

There are noises that are normal for your heater to make and noises that aren’t. In most cases, it will be apparent which noises are the bad ones. These are the sounds that make you stop, listen, and go, “What in the world was THAT?”

Hearing concerning noises coming from your heating system is worth a call to a professional. At the best, you may just need to give your heater some maintenance, which we are happy to provide. However, those noises are more often indicators that you need heating repair in Airway Heights, WA—before you need to get a new system altogether.

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