Douglas Cooling & Heating Blog : Archive for November, 2016

Furnace Warning Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore

Monday, November 28th, 2016

Winter is the most stressful time of year for furnaces. They are operating for many hours a week, which means more strain on the system and a greater chance of various parts malfunctioning. If you want to make sure that your furnace stays in the best possible shape this winter, you should make sure that you catch any problems with it as early as you can. With that in mind, watch for the following warning signs that your furnace is in trouble.

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Why Your Ductless System is Stuck in Cooling Mode

Monday, November 21st, 2016

Ductless systems, like all heat pumps, are prized for their ability to switch back and forth between heating and cooling modes. That’s normally quite an advantage, but it can become a pain when the system gets stuck in one mode or another. If your ductless system is stuck in air conditioning mode when you’re trying to heat your home, read on to find out why.

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Should I Replace My Heat Pump Before Winter?

Monday, November 14th, 2016

The weather is cooling fast, and now is the time to make sure that your heating system is up for another winter of long operating hours. If your heat pump isn’t up to the task, you should replace it now. Better to take steps early than to find yourself without a functioning heat pump in the middle of a very cold month. Read on for some of the signs that you need to replace your heat pump before winter gets into full swing.

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Listen for These Furnace Noises

Monday, November 7th, 2016

Furnace problems can get pretty advanced before giving off obvious warning signs. By the time you notice that your furnace has an issue, it may be too late to prevent the majority of the damage to the system. However, there are still ways that you can catch furnace problems before they have the chance to seriously harm the furnace. One of the best ways to do that is by listening for strange noises. Read on to find out more about strange furnace noises that indicate a problem.

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