Design Comfort Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Furnace Service’

AFUE Ratings and Furnaces: What You Need to Know

Monday, October 7th, 2024

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When it’s time to upgrade or replace your furnace, or if you’re getting a furnace for the first time, there are many things to consider. You’ll need to choose between a gas or electric furnace. You’ll also need to decide how energy-efficient it will be. 

AFUE ratings reflect the efficiency of gas furnaces. Understanding this rating is essential for homeowners because it directly impacts both your energy bills and the comfort of your home. In this post, we’ll dive into what AFUE ratings are, why they matter, and how to choose the right furnace based on these ratings. Rely on us for furnace service in Bountiful, UT.

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Are You Using Your Heater Efficiently Enough?

Monday, February 1st, 2021

woman-huddled-on-couch-in-winter-clothesWinter is progressing right along and just like every winter before, there’s no escape from the cold when you’re outside. But there is indoors! When you have a powerful heater, you never have to worry about staying cozy indoors.

But is your heater reliable? More importantly, is it efficient? The best way to guarantee a “yes” response to both those questions is to keep up on your annual heating maintenance appointments. This allows our technicians to fully inspect, clean, and adjust your heater to ensure optimal performance.

Did you know there are more ways to boost your heating efficiency? This is important, since nobody should have to pay more than necessary to stay safe and comfortable in their living space. So what is it that you can do to boost efficiency and save money? Read on!

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Late Season Furnace Needs to Be Aware Of

Monday, March 16th, 2020

technician-inspecting-and-maintaining-gas-furnaceWhile there are certainly exceptions to the rule, it’s safe to say that our weather is fairly predictable in our area. We would never expect to see snow in July nor would we expect to be able to use our swimming pools in January. That said, given that it’s just about springtime, most homeowners in our area are getting ready to shut off their furnaces for the winter and turn their attention to air conditioning maintenance.

We definitely encourage this! Air conditioning maintenance will help ensure that your cooling system is clean, adjusted, and that any repair needs are taken care of.

But, speaking of repair needs, if your furnace needs any you’ll want to manage them before you stop using your heater for the season. A suffering furnace sitting in wait all spring and summer means a potentially broken down furnace next fall.

So, how do you know if you have any furnace repair needs? Read on as we uncover some of the most common signs that you may be in need of heating service.

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