The Clean Air Act Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Furnace Repair’

Tips For Turning Off Your Gas-Powered Furnace

Monday, March 27th, 2023
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As the temperature is warm up, you’re probably thinking more about your air conditioner and less about your furnace. But, your furnace still needs attention as the heating season winds down.

If you have a gas powered furnace, you want to make sure that it gets shut down the correct way in spring so that it’s in best condition when you turn it on again in the fall.

If you’ve never shut your furnace down for the spring season, it’s not too late to start. And if in doing so you notice anything about your furnace that concerns you, you may want to invest in furnace repair in Portland, OR, before heading into spring. You can keep reading to learn more about how to turn off your gas powered furnace for the spring. 

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Show Your Furnace Some Love With Expert Service

Monday, February 13th, 2023
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We have certainly seen some drastic weather this season. It put everyone’s heaters to the test. After the extreme cold we experienced, your furnace may be feeling the hurt. Now is an ideal time to get your system checked out. After a period of more intense heating, your system may need a professional furnace repair in Beaverton, OR to keep it going.

You love when your furnace works the way it is supposed to. We’ll explain if and when you should schedule repairs to keep your system running the way you want.

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6 Sounds Your Furnace Shouldn’t Make

Monday, December 19th, 2022

How has your furnace been operating lately? Is the system working around the same as always, or has your furnace begun to exhibit some strange new quirks? If you have begun to have some concerns with the way your furnace is functioning, then we’d advise reaching out to a technician for assistance.

One of the indicators that you can be on the alert for is the development of new noises from your system. Different sounds that weren’t there before can be a sign of different issues. If you pick up on any of the following sounds, we’d say now is a great time to talk to our team about furnace repair in Portland, OR.

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The Worrisome Truth About A Cracked Heat Exchanger

Monday, October 24th, 2022

If you have a furnace in your home, you are likely going to be increasing your use of this system in the coming weeks. We’ve seen more warm weather than usual for this time of year, but we all know that when things take a dip the temperature is going to get cold fast.

With this in mind, it makes sense that you’d want any furnace repair in Milwaukie, OR to be taken care of promptly. We agree wholeheartedly, not just because it helps you stay more comfortable but also because it can help keep you safer too.

If you are one of the many in the area with a gas-powered furnace, a specific system issue can be a safety hazard: a cracked heat exchanger. Here’s what you need to know.

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Why Your Furnace Is Struggling to Heat Your Home

Monday, October 10th, 2022

burnersHave you been trying to keep your home reasonably warm during the chilly nights that have hit our area? If so, you may have noticed that you are underwhelmed by what your furnace has to offer. In fact, you may be finding yourself downright cold in the middle of the night.

The question you are probably asking is, “Why isn’t my furnace doing its job?”

The hope is likely that the thermostat is actually off by mistake or that it was set wrong. However, in most cases, a furnace that isn’t heating your home probably needs a furnace repair in Portland, OR.

Below we’ve listed some possible causes behind this issue so you know when to contact us for a fix!

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Is Your Furnace Fixable?

Monday, March 14th, 2022

A rainy, cold spring day can be enjoyable with the help of a cup of something hot, a cozy sweater, and a home kept reasonably warm by your heater. But what happens if your heater isn’t quite up to par lately? All the hot drinks and warm clothes in the world won’t replace the impact that a good furnace will have on your comfort.

Furnaces that are struggling to keep you warm are likely to need professional service to get them up and running again. The key question to consider is whether or not your system is actually fixable.

Here are the distinct signs to watch for that will let you know whether you need a furnace repair in Portland or a furnace replacement.

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5 Signs You Need Repairs For Your Furnace

Monday, February 28th, 2022

heating-installation-servicesEnjoying some relaxation inside a warm home on a cold day is a great feeling. Your furnace works hard to make sure that you can achieve this comfortable environment. If your furnace begins to struggle though, you are going to find yourself having trouble keeping warm.

Issues with your furnace shouldn’t be ignored. They aren’t going to improve on their own. This is why we want you to know we are here to help. Here are some possible warning signs that you need furnace repair in Gresham, OR so you know when to reach out for prompt service.

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Why Cracked Heat Exchangers Require Quick Work

Monday, January 17th, 2022

When there is a problem with your heater, it is always best to take care of it as quickly as you can. By this, we mean getting repairs performed by a trained professional right away. Unless the problem is a dirty air filter, it is always best to leave repair in the hands of the experts.

There are some repair needs that you absolutely need to address as fast as you can. The main one we are discussing in this post is the need to fix a cracked heat exchanger. This is a problem in your furnace that can both affect your comfort and can put your well-being at risk.

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3 Scary Issues Your Furnace May Have

Monday, October 25th, 2021

The modern gas-powered furnace is built to be safe. There are stringent safety measures that these systems have to meet in order to be released to the consumer market. We start here because we want to make sure that we don’t worry anyone unnecessarily about their gas furnace. If it was installed in your home, it was made to run safely!

However, there are issues that your furnace can develop due to old age and large amounts of wear and tear that can cause it to become dangerous. The easy way to avoid this is, of course, to schedule yearly maintenance and to replace your furnace when it reaches “retirement age,” before it can develop a major problem.

What are these scary issues that your furnace can develop? Let’s take a look at the main three:

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How to Tell if Your Furnace Needs Repairs

Monday, March 29th, 2021

A broken-down furnace is the last thing you need on a cold winter morning. The InterNACHI’s Standard Estimated Life Expectancy Chart for Homes states that a furnace has an estimated life of 15–25 years. If the furnace is nearing that age range, it might need to be repaired. Meanwhile, the following are a few signs to tell if your furnace needs repairs: 

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