DB Heating & Cooling, Inc. Blog : Archive for the ‘Heating’ Category

Furnace Problems You Need to Watch Out For

Friday, October 26th, 2018

gas-burnerFurnace problems are quite common during the fall and winter seasons, when systems are placed under an increased amount of stress. There are ways to lower the chances of stress-related issues occurring with your system, mostly by scheduling preventive maintenance for the system every fall. Hopefully, you have already scheduled preventive maintenance for your system. Even if you have, though, there are still ways that issues can occur. It’s best that you keep an eye out for signs that your system is in some sort of trouble, so that you can have it repaired as soon as possible. The following are a few of the more common signs that your furnace is in need of professional repair services.

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Help Your Boiler Finish Winter Strong With These Tips

Monday, March 19th, 2018

Gas-fired boiler.We’re getting to the end of winter now, but we have a few weeks of cold weather left before getting into air conditioning season. If you’re relying on a boiler to keep your home warm through the rest of the winter, you should make sure that it finishes out the season in the best possible shape. Follow the tips below to keep your boiler in good condition.

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Why is My Furnace Not Heating Properly?

Monday, February 19th, 2018

furnaceThere are a lot of different signs and symptoms that indicate that a furnace isn’t operating the way it should be. Failing to heat properly is one of the more obvious ones. If your furnace isn’t putting out enough heat this season, you should obviously have it examined by a professional technician as soon as possible. While you’re waiting for your heating technician to get there, though, why not read through some of the possible reasons why your furnace is acting that way?

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Signs You Need a New Commercial Heater

Monday, February 5th, 2018

commercial-boilerCommercial heaters are big, expensive systems, so naturally, business owners want to get as many good years of service out of them as possible. Even if you take the best possible care of your commercial heater, though, you’re eventually going to need to replace it with a new one. Ideally, you should do it before your current one breaks down entirely. You don’t want to have your entire building be without heat for days while you wait for a new system to arrive and be installed. Have a look at some of the more common signs that it’s time to consider replacing your commercial heating system.

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Boiler Kettling: How to Detect and Deal With It

Monday, January 22nd, 2018

Gas-fired boiler.Boilers are often cited as being among the most stable heating systems on the market. They’re far less likely to develop issues than most other kinds of heating systems, owing mostly to the fact that they have far fewer moving parts than most heating system types. However, that does not mean that boilers are somehow immune from developing problems. One of the most common kinds of boiler problems is that of kettling.

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Furnace Problems to Be Aware Of

Monday, December 11th, 2017

furnaceIt’s important to remember that as you use your furnace more often during the winter, the more strain is going to be placed on it. More strain increases the chances of a problem developing with the system as the winter goes on. Preventive maintenance can decrease the odds of this happening, but it cannot eliminate them completely.

It’s very important that you be aware of the warning signs that can indicate a problem is developing with your furnace. The faster you can identify that there is a problem with your furnace, the faster you can get it repaired and the less damage it will be able to do to your system. Here are some common indicators that you should call for furnace repairs.

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Heating Problems to Watch for This Fall

Monday, November 13th, 2017

furnace We’re going to take a wild guess and say that you’re relying on your heater a fair amount to stay comfortable on a daily basis. That’s all well and good, provided that you’re aware of the kinds of problems that added demand can create under certain circumstances. If you want to keep your heating system going strong throughout the winter, one of the best things that you can do is familiarize yourself with the signs that indicate that it’s having a problem. Identifying problems quickly makes it easier to repair said problems before they can cause too much damage to the system. Have a look at some of the most common heating problems to watch for this fall.

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Do I Need to Replace My Heating System?

Monday, October 30th, 2017

gas-burnerThe daily temperature is starting to drop rapidly, as we get closer and closer to winter. That means that you’re going to need to make sure your home is ready for the heating season. For most homeowners, preparing for the heating season just means scheduling preventive maintenance for their heating systems.

However, you may find that it’s better to replace your heating system entirely than to try and keep it running for another season. If you aren’t sure whether or not your heating system could use replacing this season, read on for a list of common signs that it’s time for a new one.

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The Advantages of Installing a Boiler

Monday, October 2nd, 2017

Gas-fired boiler.We’re finally starting to get a bit of a dip in daily temperatures as we move further into fall. Before too long, you’re going to be relying entirely on your heating system to keep your home comfortable during the day. If you don’t currently have a reliable heating system to use during the winter months, now is the time to have one installed. You should choose carefully when it comes to installing a new heating system, as each one is suited to a different set of needs. Have a look at some of the ways that installing a boiler can help you this heating season.

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The Pros and Cons of Different Heating Systems

Monday, September 18th, 2017

heat-pump-cashWe’re getting close to the end of summer. That means it’s time to start getting your home ready for the fall and winter. That might mean scheduling preventive maintenance for your heating system, or it may mean installing an entirely new one. If you do happen to be in the market for a new heating system this season, you have many options to choose from. Let’s go over a few of the most popular heating options for your home.

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