Hutchins Plumbing & Air Conditioning Blog : Posts Tagged ‘Heating’

What Are My Options for Heating Installation?

Monday, January 22nd, 2024

If it’s time to install a new heater in your home, you may be shopping around and doing research to find out what your different options are. You can always install an upgraded version of the current heater you have. But even if it has served your home very well, there may be other better options on the market now.

When you need service for HVAC in Frisco, TX, our team can help. We can talk to you about your different heating options and help you decide which one would best fit your home and family. You can also keep reading to learn more about some of the heating systems we install, as well as pros and cons of each one.

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Heating Repairs That Can’t Wait

Monday, January 8th, 2024

You should never put off heating repairs when you need them. But sometimes, there are heating problems that are more or less serious. When you have a very serious heater problem, do you want to get it addressed as soon as possible.

But how do you know which heating problems are the most serious? You can keep reading to learn about signs that something is wrong with your heater and why these repairs need to be addressed right away. Then give our team a call to schedule a service appointment for heater repair in Carrollton, TX.

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Furnace Efficiency Ratings: What Do They Mean?

Monday, November 27th, 2023

Did you know that all furnaces have a rating that estimates overall energy efficiency? The rating was designed to help consumers make an educated decision about which furnace is best for their home. If energy efficiency is a high priority for you, you may select a model with a significantly higher energy-efficiency rating. 

If you’re looking to save money, but don’t want to compromise too much on energy efficiency, you can use the ratings to strike a balance between overall efficiency and upfront installation cost. Our team is here to help you with that decision. If you call our office to schedule an appointment for heater service in Plano, TX, we can help you select the furnace that will work best for your home and family. You can also keep reading to learn more about furnace efficiency ratings and what they mean.

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Is Your Heater Going to Last All Season?

Monday, January 24th, 2022

How is your heating system doing? Does it keep you warm and cozy at night or are you constantly pulling up blog posts and articles about how to fix a struggling heater? Don’t worry, we’re not here to pass judgment or tell you what to do—that’s simply not our job. We’re local HVAC professionals that specialize in heating in Plano, TX, so we’re just here to talk about the technology and best practices that could keep you warmer for longer.

We’ve been getting some brutal, record-breaking cold temperatures here in Texas, which means that every year it’s becoming more important to have a reliable heating system. Heaters that can effectively last all season are going to beat out heaters that are problematic and constantly on the fritz.

Here’s a great checklist to see if your heating system will last all winter season, or if you might want to get some professional attention for it.

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Time to Gear Up for Winter

Monday, November 16th, 2020

Winter means a lot of things to a lot of different people. Some people think about cozy sweaters, warm cups of cocoa by the fire, and a snuggle session with your dogs and your kids. For others, winter brings up memories of broken-down heaters, high fuel bills, and other heating issues that get exponentially worse as the temperatures drop. Our job today is to help you go from the second kind of person to the first. By helping you understand what kinds of problems you can expect from late fall and winter, we can make your life a little bit easier.

If you need heater repair in Plano, TX, or any other kind of heater service for that matter, make sure you call us when the need arises. Otherwise, keep reading as we help you get ready for the cold temperatures ahead. We’ll get you back to enjoying wintertime… in no time!

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Could You Benefit from a Boiler?

Monday, November 18th, 2019

To our northern friends, when they think of Texas, they probably think of heavy heat and sunshine with our long hanging cowboy hats. While they might be right about the cowboy hats sometimes, outsiders don’t often know just how cold it can get here. With temperatures dipping below freezing this week, it’s a good reminder that furnaces and electric heat pumps are not the only types of heater that could provide you comfort this year.

Why not look into upgrading your home heating system to accommodate a boiler? Not only do we provide boiler repair in Frisco, TX for those who already have them, but we always love installing boilers for willing customers that are tired of dealing with the frigid temperatures. Boilers are powerful, provide comfortable heating, they’re efficient, and require little maintenance. If you’re looking to combat these chilly temperatures with a new boiler, keep reading!

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Trust a Heating Repair Service for Electric Furnace Problems

Monday, March 26th, 2018

heelectric-furnace-repairFurnaces tend to come in two forms: gas-fed furnaces which rely on natural gas for their fuel, and electric furnaces, which depend on power from your home’s electrical grid to function. Gas-fed furnaces make a lot of sense for city and town residents who have access to municipal gas lines.

But for those homes outside the civic grid – and we have a number of them in our area – the electric furnace makes a much easier option. It runs on your home’s electrical grid – a vastly simpler way to provide heat – which unfortunately entails its own set of parameters when it comes to repair. If you own one, and it needs repairs, make sure you contact a professional who knows how electric furnaces work.

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Call a Heating Repair Service if Your Heat Exchanger Is Cracked

Monday, January 29th, 2018

heating-repair-serviceMost homes in the area use forced-air furnaces to stay warm. They are effective and cost-efficient means of heating the household: using gas-fed burners to heat the air, which can then be blown into your home with a fan.

The heat exchanger plays a vital role in that process, and while it’s intended to last for many years, older heat exchangers can develop cracks and fractures, which are a serious problem. If yours develops such issues, you need to call a heating repair service immediately. It’s all the more important to keep a close eye on your system now, since you’re likely using your furnace more often in January than you are any other time of the year.

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Furnace Service Plans Provide Numerous Benefits

Monday, December 4th, 2017

furnace-repair-servicesWinter is on its way, and we’re already experiencing the drop in temperature that comes with the season. Soon, you’ll be running your heating system every day. The last thing you want to deal with is an unexpected breakdown just when the weather takes a turn for the freezing. That’s why we recommend a furnace servicing session now, before the weather gets much colder. It can provide a number of benefits to your home, and help your system handle the winter much more easily.

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The Pros and Cons of an Electric Furnace

Monday, November 20th, 2017

electric-furnace-installationIf you’re in the market for a new furnace, now is the time to consider your options. The weather is cooling, but not yet freezing cold, which gives you time to explore the possibilities and make a decision that;’s best for you. Most homes in the area use furnaces of one kind or another to keep warm, and that, in turn, leads to a simple choice. Is a gas furnace right for your home, or would you do better with an electric model? Electric furnaces have their benefits and drawbacks, and if you’re looking for a new system, you should think about how they might benefit your home.

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