Residential Heating and Air Conditioning Blog: Archive for the ‘Heating’ Category

Let’s Get Up to Speed on Gas Furnace Safety

Monday, October 16th, 2023
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Gas furnaces—they’re the most common type of heating system found in homes around the country. They’re powerful and reliable. And, like any appliance that burns natural gas, they can also be potentially dangerous.

We’re not trying to be alarmist. Gas furnaces aren’t inherently risky appliances to have in a home, no more so than a gas stove or oven. But they do require some caution and several safety steps to help keep them operating safely.

You probably know several of the important gas furnace safety preventive measures already. Now that we’re deep into the fall, it’s a good time to get you up to speed with the best practices for a safe and warm winter. 

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The Big Fall Question: Is It Time to Replace Your Old Home Heater?

Monday, October 9th, 2023
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You know what Minnesota winters are like. They can be beautiful, but without reliable sources of indoor warmth, they can also be miserable and dangerous. You certainly never want to head into a Minnesota winter with a central heating system for your home that you can’t trust to get the job done or not fail when you need it the most.

That’s why fall is the time to ask yourself the big question about your old heating system: Is it time to get rid of it and schedule a new heating installation in Eden Prairie, MN?

The easiest way to get an answer to this question is to work with the helpful team at Residential Heating and Air Conditioning. We know our way around heating systems and we certainly know what Minnesota winters can do. Before you call us, we’ll give you some helpful information that will shed light on your current heating system’s fate.

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Why Fall HVAC Maintenance Is So Important

Monday, October 2nd, 2023
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When the fall arrives, we shift into “maintenance mode” here at Residential Heating and Air Conditioning. Fall is a period when we don’t have to deal with as many emergency calls for air conditioning systems and the cold weather hasn’t arrived yet to make heaters a priority. What we focus on during this time is making sure that our customers are equipped to handle another harsh Minnesota winter, and that means providing them with heating maintenance in Minneapolis, MN.

If you’re already part of our annual maintenance agreement, you only need to contact us and we’ll set up a convenient appointment for you. If you aren’t a member, call us to sign up and get started. 

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How Do I Know If My Furnace May Have Asbestos in It?

Monday, July 10th, 2023
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The word asbestos is a frightening one to homeowners: even if they don’t exactly know what it is, they know they don’t want it in their homes. Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral fiber with high heat resistance, and this heat-resistant property has made it a common material in construction since ancient times. 

Unfortunately, this is what allowed asbestos to get easily into homes, usually as part of insulation. Breathing in asbestos fibers is harmful: long-term lung exposure can cause several respiratory illnesses, such as mesothelioma, a dangerous form of lung cancer.

One prime area where asbestos might lurk in your home is in your furnace. In this post, we’re going to look at the issue of asbestos in furnaces and whether this is a problem with your home’s furnace. If you’ve got an asbestos problem, call our team for asbestos removal in Eden Prairie, MN

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Understanding Furnace Certification 

Monday, March 27th, 2023
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“Furnace certification? What’s that?” 

If you came here because you’re asking this question, we have the answers you need. We can also help you when it comes to furnace certification in Minneapolis, MN. Furnace certification is a crucial part of service to ensure you have a safe and energy-efficient furnace.

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Boiler Safety 101: Best Practices for Preventing Accidents

Monday, March 20th, 2023

Do you have a boiler that helps you warm up your household?

If you do, then you likely want to make sure that your boiler is working properly. We would also suggest double-checking to make sure that the boiler is efficient and works safely.

The best way to ensure that your boiler is in the best condition is with expert boiler service in Eden Prairie, MN. We have some additional best practices you can adopt to help keep your boiler running smoothly.

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What Should I Do If My Gravity Furnace Has Asbestos?

Monday, March 13th, 2023
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If you live in a vintage home, then you may be the unknowing owner of a gravity furnace. If you haven’t heard about this kind of furnace, then you aren’t alone. Gravity furnaces are rapidly going out of style for more than one reason, which we will get into.

If you aren’t looking at a furnace replacement at the moment, then it is a good idea to learn a bit more about these systems, especially if yours still has asbestos on it.

Yes, you read that right. Asbestos was commonly used for insulation for these systems when their use was more widespread. Now is a good time to have your gravity furnace checked to see if you’d benefit from asbestos removal in Minneapolis, MN and if you should consider a furnace replacement in the near future.

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Benefits of Installing a Carrier Furnace

Monday, March 6th, 2023

What do you look for when choosing a furnace for your home?

If you are going for the most basic details, you’ll want a furnace that works and heats your home well. From there you are likely going to look at the furnace’s energy efficiency: after all, you don’t want a system that is too expensive to ever run.

There are a good number of furnaces that boast great effectiveness and efficiency. One type of furnace that we personally like to tell people about is the Carrier brand of furnace. These heaters go above and beyond basic efficiency and effectiveness. If you are looking for a next-level system, then you should consider a Carrier furnace installation in Minneapolis, MN.

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Why Does It Smell Like My Furnace Is Burning When I Turn It On?

Monday, February 27th, 2023

There are things that you’d expect to notice when your furnace turns on. For example, the feeling of warm air and maybe even a small rattle as your ductwork expands. These are common details to notice. However, smells are more often than not a warning sign of trouble from a furnace, whether it uses gas or just electricity to get the job done.

A furnace that has started to produce worrying smells while it is running is one that needs a furnace repair in Minneapolis, MN. We’ll explain what some of the most concerning smells from your furnace mean so you know if and when the time has come to reach out for repairs.

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How Do I Know If My Furnace Is Up to Code?

Monday, February 20th, 2023

The fact that your furnace is running doesn’t necessarily mean it is safe. This is why a furnace code exists, to provide a standard that furnace heaters need to meet in order to be considered safe and effective without being inefficient.

If you aren’t a trained HVAC professional, then you likely aren’t familiar with the ins and outs of the codes for your furnace. Those codes are important to your safety. Scheduling furnace maintenance in Eden Prairie, MN means having a professional come to your home to check things out and make sure they’re up to code.

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