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

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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What Actually Happens During a Heating Tune-Up?

Monday, November 21st, 2022
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It’s almost Thanksgiving and the biggest shopping day of the year is just around the corner! You’ve probably got some ideas in mind on how to treat yourself. But what if you treated your home to the gift of heating maintenance this holiday season? Not to make it sound as if routine maintenance is the same as a big-ticket item–it’s actually quite reasonably priced. 

It’ll seem even more reasonable when you consider you’re making an investment in the daily performance and long-term functionality of one of the most important systems in your home: your HVAC system. To ensure your heater rises to the occasion and keeps your family and guests warm and toasty this holiday season, schedule heater maintenance for your Brentwood, TN home. 

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The Best Way to Prevent Heating Repairs

Monday, October 24th, 2022
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Fall is guaranteed to bring many things: trick-or-treaters, pumpkin spice lattes, and the transition from using your air conditioner to using your furnace. It’s also the best time of the year to schedule heating maintenance. Why is that? Now’s the ideal time to get ahead of any potential issues. You don’t want to discover on that first really cold day of the year that your furnace has decided to leave you in the cold!

Besides, there are many benefits of heating maintenance. If you can’t remember the last time your heater was serviced or you haven’t scheduled routine maintenance, read on to discover why it’s so important.

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3 Reasons to Trust a Pro for Your Heating Installation

Monday, March 14th, 2022
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If you need a new heater installed in your home, you may contemplate a DIY project. You’ve done some research online and watched a few videos. You may feel confident that the project is easy enough to tackle without a pro. 

You may even have a friend or family member who says they know how to install a new heater. However, a DIY heater project could leave you needing professional help anyway – and costing more money in the long run. Learn why you should trust a professional for your heating installation. 

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Watch Out for These End-Of-Season Furnace Repair Needs

Monday, February 28th, 2022
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Winter is coming to an end, and warm weather is around the corner. You may be tempted to ignore signs that your furnace needs end-of-season repairs. After all, you probably won’t need to use your furnace again until the fall or winter. 

There are several problems with this. A cold front may surprise you, even in springtime. If you wait until fall or winter to turn your furnace on again, it may not work as you expect. Don’t get stuck in cool weather with a non-working furnace. Get a post-season furnace checkup by the pros. 

When you stay ahead of repair needs you avoid surprise expenses later on. Plus, you know your furnace will work correctly when you’re ready to turn it back on. Here are three common signs that your furnace has end-of-season repair needs. 

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Signs Your Furnace Needs an Upgrade

Monday, February 14th, 2022
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With proper maintenance, your furnace will last 15-20 years. But over time its performance may slow down. Changes can happen so gradually that you may not even notice the signs that you need to upgrade your furnace. 

It’s important to upgrade your furnace before it stops working completely. You don’t want to be stuck in the winter scrambling for a furnace replacement. We know that the decision to replace your furnace is a big one – and it can be expensive. 

We are here to help with five signs that your furnace may need replacing soon. If you have questions, give our team a call for an in-home consultation and quote. Planning ahead can help you feel more prepared when the time does come to replace your furnace. 

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Why You Should Care About Your Furnace Heat Exchanger

Monday, January 3rd, 2022
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If you’re like many of the homeowners throughout the areas we serve, you are using a gas-powered furnace to heat your home and keep your family warm. A furnace is a fantastic choice–it’s powerful and cost-effective. Today’s furnaces have a much higher minimum efficiency rating than even just 10 years ago, with the highest AFUE (Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency) rating for a gas furnace being 98%!

Trust us when we say that a gas furnace is a very efficient and effective heater. But you also want to rely on safety, right? And gas furnaces aren’t inherently unsafe, but if you don’t maintain yours properly, it can become dangerous.

Though more common in aging furnaces (10-15 years old), the most common culprit of “danger” in a gas furnace is a damaged heat exchanger. That said, even if you don’t have a heat exchanger problem, it’s probably a good idea to start looking at replacement options if your furnace has reached this age–it will start to suffer from other wear and tear.

In the meantime, no matter how old your furnace is, you should know what’s so important about the heat exchanger, and why a damaged one is bad news. Read on!

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