Understanding the Importance of Combustion Analysis

December 18, 2020

Properly maintaining your furnace is one of the best ways to ensure that it lasts a long time and does not cause any safety hazards. This is especially important in the case of a gas furnace, given the inherent risks that come with burning natural gas in your Kansas City home. One crucial part of maintenance for gas furnaces is something called combustion analysis. While you have likely never heard of this term, it is vital that you hire a company like to ensure that a combustion analysis is performed as part of your furnace maintenance service. What Is Combustion...

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How Does a Heat Pump Boost the Energy-Efficiency of Your Home?

November 19, 2020

Heat pumps are starting to become very popular with homeowners. There are several benefits to installing these systems in your home. Under the right conditions, heat pumps are more efficient than those traditional heating systems. Here are a few things you’lll want to know about these heating and cooling units. Energy-Efficient Heating and Cooling System If you live in a climate with mild winters and summers, you might want to use a heat pump as an alternative to air conditioners and furnaces. A heat pump uses electricity to move the heat from your cool spaces to those warmer areas. In...

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Benefits of Fall Furnace Maintenance

October 15, 2020

As the winter months approach the Kansas City area, the experts at are busy performing annual maintenance checks on home heating systems. It is not unusual for homeowners to want to skip this important appointment. After all, if nothing seems to be wrong with the system, there is no reason to pay for a professional to examine it. With years of experience in furnace care, we can tell you that the benefits of an annual tune-up greatly outweigh the cost of the appointment. How Time Affects Your Furnace An area like Kansas City puts a lot of wear and tear...

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What Does Servicing a Heating System Entail?

February 20, 2020

Maybe the time has come for a licensed contractor to check out your heating system. Whether the furnace needs repairs or it is time for an inspection, a professional’s hands and eyes become necessary to perform proper service. “Service” can seem like a catch-all term, though. What does it entail? The following covers a few steps the technician may perform. Cleaning the System A dirty furnace won’t rank high on the efficiency scale. A dirty furnace works a lot harder and also presents many hazards. Changing a dirty filter and cleaning up the furnace’s interior and ducts reflect two basic...

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How to Avoid Furnace Repairs

January 10, 2020

Repairs to your furnace can be expensive. A major failure to main components of your furnace could be costly to fix and may leave you in the cold. With some knowledge and professional help, you can save yourself a lot of money. Be Sure to Have a Furnace Checkup Every Year The cheapest way to service your furnace is to catch problems before they cause considerable damage. The certified heating technicians at of Kansas City, MO, are well-trained to find problems before they become serious enough to warrant a major repair. It is a shrewd idea to have a yearly...

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Furnace Tips for the Holidays

December 21, 2019

The holidays are often filled with family gatherings. If this year’s festivities are being held at your home, then you want to make sure that everyone is comfortable during their visit. How many times have you been in the cramped confines of a home, decked out in your heaviest winter sweater and getting very hot? This can often happen — large parties can create heating and cooling complications. Here are a few things you should consider if you’re hosting a party this year. If you find that you need service for your furnace, Summit Heating & A/C in Denver and...

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How to Locate Cold Air Leaks in Your Home

November 15, 2019

Cold air leaks are not little things that make a home slightly uncomfortable. They can drive down the temperature in your residence, creating hazards. Of course, you could run your furnace at maximum strength to compensate for the air leaks. The trouble with this strategy is the costs and waste. Your utility bill would be enormous, and a great deal of it would represent unnecessarily wasted fuel. Follow a better approach by locating the cold air leaks in your home. Here are three ways in which to do so. 1. Engage a Professional Inspection Service There are professionals capable of...

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5 Signs You Need a Furnace Replacement

November 3, 2019

Your oil, gas, or electric furnace will have to be replaced sometime, but fortunately, there are signs that you can look out for so that nothing comes as a surprise. The following indications may not be serious if taken separately, but a combination of two or three of them will definitely spell trouble. 1. Old Age If your furnace is between 15 and 20 years old, it’s approaching the end of its life span. Regular maintenance may keep it going for a while, but you should prepare to get a new system. can fit you with a high-quality oil or...

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Questions First Time Furnace Buyers Should Ask

October 2, 2019

Buying the wrong furnace for your home can be a costly mistake. Spending some time answering a few questions will guide you in making the right choice for your specifications. 1. What Are the Types of Furnaces? Furnaces vary based on the kinds of fuel they use to produce heat. Oil furnaces can be very economical as oil is a potent heat source. The downside to buying an oil furnace is that it can release pollutants into your home. Electrical furnaces, on the other hand, are very efficient in turning electricity into heat, and they do not release pollutants. They...

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