South Hills Posts

Finleyville Heating Installation Question: What is a Gas Furnace Draft Hood?

January 20th, 2012

As every Finleyville HVAC contractor knows, a draft hood is a necessary part of any gas burning appliance. For a gas furnace in particular it ensures steady air flow to the burners to avoid flares or the pilot light being put out…

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South Fayette Heating Installation Guide:Comparing High-Efficiency and Mid-Efficiency Furnaces

January 9th, 2012

Whenever you are in the market for a new furnace for your South Fayette home, there are many models to choose from. Many of the furnaces manufactured within the last few years are high-efficiency furnaces with a high AFUE rating…

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Pittsburgh HVAC Contractor Tip: Furnace Air Temperature

December 21st, 2011

When your furnace turns on every day and warms your Pittsburgh home, just how hot is the air being blown through your vents? It’s a common question and while it varies depending on the type of furnace you have…

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How to Make Your Heating System More Effective in South Hills

December 9th, 2011

Everyone in South Hills wants an effective heating system – one that will provide steady, reliable heat without you having to spend hundreds of dollars each month on gas, oil or electricity. And while the best way to improve…

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A Question from Allison Park-Hampton: How Do I Check a Gas Furnace Draft Pressure Switch?

December 5th, 2011

There are many reasons why a furnace stops working and in many cases, an Allison Park-Hampton homeowner can perform some simple diagnostics to pinpoint the problem. Finding the problem is one thing – fixing it is another.

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What to do if Your Heating System Breaks: A Guide from Bridgeville

November 14th, 2011

What if the heart of your Bridgeville home’s heating system – the furnace – stops working? The warm air that used to flow from your vents has been replaced by a chilly draft. It isn’t time to panic, but it is time to take action.

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It’s Time for a New Furnace: Some Advice from Finleyville

October 14th, 2011

Replacing your furnace in your Finleyville home is probably not something you want to think about. After all, a new furnace is a big investment and not something you probably have too much experience with.

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Top 9 Mistakes People Make When They Buy HVAC Equipment: Guide From Castle Shannon

September 21st, 2011

Every year millions of homeowners buy a new HVAC system for their home, some of them in Castle Shannon. And whether for heating, cooling or air quality, they make a huge investment in a new system that will be with them for years to come.

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Air Conditioners and Energy Use by Percentage: A Tip From Coraopolis

September 9th, 2011

It’s no secret that air conditioners use up a lot of electricity and can add substantially to your energy bills during those warm summer months in Coraopolis. But did you know that they actually account for an estimated 11% of the total energy used in all buildings in the US each year?

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What Do the Energy Stars Indicate?

July 1st, 2011

If you’re in the market for any type of appliance for your home, you’ve probably come across some that boast an Energy Star certification. But what does this really mean? After all, there are all types of special labels that manufacturers put on their products to make them look better, so how can you know which ones are really worth paying attention to?

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