If your furnace is producing a strange smell, you should always treat it with caution. While the cause for the odor may be benign, it could just as easily be harmful to inhale. When in doubt, always open windows to ensure ventilation, and evacuate your Trinity home.
Want to heat and cool your Trinity home, fight climate change, and save money—all at the same time?
Get a heat pump.
According to the US Department of Energy, there are approximately 50,000 geothermal heat pumps installed in the United States each year.
The purpose of the pilot light is to ignite the gas coming from your furnace’s main burner. If the pilot light flame ever goes out, your furnace has a safety valve that cuts off the gas going to the pilot light so gas is not continuously escaping into your home.
Heating alone accounts for over 40 percent of the average American’s utility bill, according to a US Department of Energy (DOE) analysis.
The National Air Filter Association (NAFA) recommends changing your system’s filter as soon as it is loaded with dust and debris.
Sometimes, life moves incredibly fast. You could have sworn you just bought your air conditioner. But lately, it doesn’t seem to be working so well.
The sound of a well-maintained heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system is like a lullaby for a good night’s sleep.
According to DOE, a heat pump can reduce your electricity by up to 50 percent over conventional furnace systems, saving you in energy costs.
It is an “Oh no!” moment when you approach your home’s thermostat and see its screen is blank.
Is it serious? Does it mean your furnace, heat pump, or air conditioning is broken? Not necessarily. In fact, most of the time, it is something minor and can be easily fixed.