Furnace Articles

According to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), furnace filter changes can reduce your energy bill by 5 to 15 percent as well.

Our team at Garber Heating & Air Conditioning could help you save big bucks on your monthly utility bill by performing a furnace replacement.

You just discovered there is a puddle of water on the floor in front of your furnace. What does this mean? Why would your furnace be leaking water?

We receive countless calls every time the temperatures drop below normal ranges, as homeowners here in Morton encounter problems with their home’s heating system. With the record-low temperatures and extreme conditions most of the country is currently experiencing, our Garber Heating & Air Conditioning professionals want to share some insights and tips with you to keep your indoors cozy while Old Man Winter blusters away outdoors.

So, you’re thinking about upgrading your Illinois heating and cooling system. Have you ever heard of dual fuel? 

Just about any electrical appliance has the potential to overheat. Furnaces are no exception. As a homeowner, you need to take precautions to lower the risk of an overheated unit. You should also be wary of the associated symptoms, so you know when to take action. Remember, if your system gets too hot, you should keep a cool head and get your furnace taken care of right away.

A furnace is a major investment for any Morton homeowner. Although it’s not something that will need to be done frequently, most people will face the decision of needing to purchase a new heating system sometime during home ownership.

It’s crucial to take proper care of your furnace—it provides your Morton home with the heat you need to stay warm.

Your helpful neighbor suggested the issue you are having with your gas furnace sounds like it could be due to a cracked heat exchanger.

If your gas furnace turn on but cannot feel any warm air blowing from the vents inside your IL home, chances are the pilot light went out.

Today’s technology does have some built-in protection against HVAC short cycling. Similar to an overload trigger on an electrical motor, shut-off controls will often prevent catastrophic HVAC equipment failure. For instance, if temperatures or pressures exceed maximum preset ranges, these safety devices will kick in and shut down your HVAC system for a certain amount of time. Whether you notice short cycling or your HVAC system shuts down due to this issue, it’s important to resolve the root causes for the long-term health of your heating and cooling system. Living with a system that short cycles can lead to poor temperature-, ventilation-, and humidity-management; a strain on electrical and lubrication systems; and energy wastage.

If you’re struggling with whether or not to buy a new furnace, we want to help. Here are some warning signs to start saving for a new furnace.

Even though your furnace may look and seem fine, dangerous gases could leak into your Morton home and seriously affect, even kill, your family members. If you suspect your heat exchanger is cracked, call Garber Heating & Air Conditioning , and one of our specially-trained professionals will immediately assess your furnace’s situation.

You turn on your furnace, and you smell gas. What should you do? First assess what the smell most likely is, and you may not need to call anyone. Of course, if you’re still nervous because you just don’t know, turn off your furnace and give one of our highly trained technicians a call at 309-866-3025 to come out to diagnose the smell for you.

It’s normal for your furnace to make some noise. For instance, a dull hum is to be expected. However, louder noises might spell trouble for your heating unit’s components. Remember to turn off your furnace if it makes any alarming sounds and leave the repair job to a professional.

Your fuel-burning furnace has a number of mechanisms allowing it to run safely and effectively. These features prevent fires and protect your indoor air quality (IAQ). They also work to prevent internal errors from damaging large portions of your furnace.