Air Creations, Inc. Blog : Archive for the ‘Heating’ Category

Why Timely Furnace Repair Is Critical

Monday, October 16th, 2017

furnace-burnersNow that it’s the middle of October, you’ve probably got cooler weather and winter planning on your mind. Have you arranged for maintenance for your gas furnace yet? If not, there’s no time like the present to sign up for our Comfort Plan so you can have your furnace tuned-up and inspected. Then it will be ready to tackle any cold weather!

But no matter how well you care for your furnace, it may still malfunction. If you detect something wrong with your furnace, but it’s still able to work, don’t ignore the problem. Call for repairs. There are some good reasons why prompt furnace repair in Summit, NJ from our trained technicians is so important.

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October Is Here! Have You Planned Heating Maintenance Yet?

Monday, October 2nd, 2017

furnace-repair-technicianIt’s amazing that it’s already October and the stores have their Halloween displays put up. You may be planning a costume, or maybe planning a party. But there’s other planning we recommend you do in October.

Fall is the season when residential heating systems need special attention from HVAC professionals to ensure they are prepared for the coming winter. If you haven’t scheduled your fall heating maintenance yet, right now is the ideal time to contact us and get on the schedule.

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Dealing with the Lions and Lambs of March with Your HVAC System

Monday, March 6th, 2017

sun-and-snowflake-badgeMarch has definitely entered “like a lion” here in New Jersey, with a severe thunderstorm watch on the first day of the month! The saying that “March comes in like a lion and leaves like a lamb” acknowledges that when the month begins it is still winter, and by the time it ends (specifically, after March 20th) it is spring.

However, this proverb is often phrased the other way around, and that’s because you never quite know what is going to happen in March. (MARCH MADNESS! That’s the better proverb.) This is a strange month for the weather, and it always has been. These storms could vanish in days and turn to powerful and warm sunshine—and then a cold snap might follow the next week.

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How Does a Zone Control System Work?

Monday, February 6th, 2017

heating-cooling-zones-homesAre you concerned about how much energy your home uses each season? We hope you are, because when you take a close look at energy expenditure in your home, you can often pinpoint ways to lower costs. Or, you can work with professionals who will help improve your home to lower those costs.

A method for lowering home energy use that we recommend for houses that use a forced-air heating and cooling system (a furnace and standard air conditioner or a heat pump) is to outfit the HVAC system with a zone heating and cooling, i.e. a zone control system.

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Why High Efficiency Furnaces Are So… Highly Efficient?

Monday, January 23rd, 2017

money_signs_out_of_house_chimneyThe true winter weather is on the way, with colder temperatures and the anticipation of snow. Make sure that you make preparations for the deepest part of the season, such as taking a look at the City of Summit Department of Community Service’s Snow Guidelines and consider if you need to replace your old and untrustworthy furnace with a new, high-efficiency model.

Last week we investigated the rate of return on putting in a high efficiency heating system. This week, we’d like to explain why high efficiency furnaces are able to use so much less energy than other models. What’s the secret behind the high efficiency? It’s more than one thing, as we’ll talk about below.

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Should I Upgrade to a Higher Efficiency Heater?

Monday, January 16th, 2017

This is a dilemma that many homeowners encounter when it comes to planning for long-term comfort. With furnaces, heat pumps, and boilers on the market that have incredibly high energy efficiency ratings (thanks to huge advances in HVAC technology over the last decade), it’s tempting to make an upgrade to benefit from the energy savings. But is this always the best choice, and will these systems save money in the long run?

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What Is the Best Brand of Heating System?

Monday, January 2nd, 2017

We live in a world that is heavily branded, where product brands advertise themselves heavily at every opportunity, and where people talk about brand loyalty: Are you a Starbucks fan or a Coffee Bean fan? Do you go with an Apple iPhone or are you dedicated to your Android?

So it makes sense to ask about the best brands when it comes to something like a furnace or heat pump. Trane, York, Amana, etc. What’s the best brand to have installed when you need great heating for your home?

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How to Choose Qualified HVAC Contractors

Monday, December 5th, 2016

One of the paradoxes of modern living is the “paradox of choice.” It’s really a variation of the adage, “hundreds of channels on TV and nothing to watch.” When there are so many options available, it’s hard to make a decision for fear that you may end up with a substandard product or service.

We’re aware of how this affects the HVAC industry, because anyone with access to an Internet connection can type in a few search terms to locate a contractor—and come up with an enormous list of possibilities. When you face this dilemma, you’ll want a simple answer to the question: “Who is a qualified HVAC contractor?”

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Save Money in Winter with an Equipment Upgrade

Monday, November 28th, 2016

As the cold of winter approaches, you’ll see plenty of websites offering tips for how to save money during the season. We’ll probably put up one of our own in a few weeks. However, in this post we are going to focus on a specific and long-term way to lower those rising heating costs: upgrading your heating equipment.

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The Right Filter for Your HVAC System

Monday, November 21st, 2016

Having regular professional maintenance for your heating system is an essential annual step to make sure the heater works at its best and runs into few malfunctions. But there is an important maintenance task that you need to do on your own during the rest of the winter, which is to regularly change the HVAC system’s air filter. If this filter is allowed to become clogged, it will severely cut down on the energy efficiency of the heater, raising your bills and lowering your comfort.

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