Furnace Articles

Winter in Wyoming, is shaping up to be especially harsh this year. Can you imagine not having your furnace to help you make it through? You go to turn it on … and instead of rushing warm air through your ducts, it rattles, groans, and then just sits in sullen silence, clearly protesting another season of overworked servitude.

Just about any electrical appliance has the potential to overheat, and furnaces are no exception. As a Petrolia homeowner, you need to take precautions to lower the risk of an overheated unit. You should also be wary of the associated symptoms so you know when to take action.

It’s understandable that home maintenance tasks can fall by the wayside. Many homeowners in Petrolla, follow the old saying: “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” Life gets busy, and other priorities tend to creep in each month, eating away at your time and budget.

What’s at the top of your fall to-do list in Wyoming? Make sure it is your furnace.

Your fuel-burning furnace has a number of mechanisms allowing it to run safely and effectively. These features prevent fires and protect your indoor air quality (IAQ). They also work to prevent internal errors from damaging large portions of your furnace.

If your furnace seems to be producing heat inconsistently around your Wyoming home to you, you’re not alone. Many homes have varied conditions from room to room, causing spotty heating or cooling.

This issue happens more often than not with older furnaces, and it could be a sign you are ready to upgrade your Wyoming home’s heating and cooling system with a new model. At the 10-year mark, furnaces start to lose efficiency and begin breaking down more frequently.

Heating alone accounts for over 40 percent of the average American’s utility bill, according to a US Department of Energy (DOE) analysis.

Even if you have properly maintained your furnace, ENERGY STAR® recommends replacing your furnace if it is more than 15 years old.

As the leaves change color here in Ontario, our team at A Village Fireplace Shop is preparing for an important time of the year—furnace inspection season.

A Village Fireplace Shop is happy to lay all the options on the table so you can make the best decision for your Wyoming home. Here’s what you should know about dual fuel systems: 

A Village Fireplace Shop is here to help keep you prepared and informed. Our team of professionals will guide you and provide you with everything you need to know about your heating and cooling systems.

A furnace is a big part of your life—whether you realize it or not. It keeps your Wyoming home warm and can help with your indoor air quality (IAQ).

Did you finally turn your furnace on this winter only to have cold air blowing out of your vents?

It’s normal for your furnace to make some noise. For instance, a dull hum is to be expected. However, louder noises might spell trouble for your heating unit’s components.