by bestkeptsecret | Aug 29, 2022 | FAQs, Heating
Finding the right size of gas furnace for a home often runs into the Goldilocks problem — some are too large, and some are too small. Getting the right one requires a combination of knowing the proper criteria and the experience to put the information into a workable...
by bestkeptsecret | Aug 29, 2022 | FAQs, Heating
The process to replace your existing furnace shouldn’t be a difficult one! The professionals at HAMCO Heating & Cooling Ltd. are here to answer all of your questions when it is time to invest in a new system. So, how do you know it’s time? For some it isn’t as...
by bestkeptsecret | Aug 29, 2022 | FAQs, Heating
The furnace filter has a dirty job to do, which is why it should be changed frequently. Without a clean filter on your system, you could be breathing in more dust and allergens, but even worse your system could fail sooner than expected. A dirty filter restricts...
by bestkeptsecret | Aug 29, 2022 | FAQs, Heating
When you are in the market for a new furnace you might have noticed something, you won’t be able to replace your existing mid-efficiency unit with another mid-efficiency unit! The laws behind the efficiency allowability of gas-fired appliances has changed, including...
by bestkeptsecret | Aug 29, 2022 | FAQs, Heating
Two-stage heating means the furnace has two levels of heat output: high for cold winter days and low for milder days. Since the low setting is adequate to meet household heating demands 80% of the time, a two-stage unit runs for longer periods and provides more even...
by bestkeptsecret | Aug 29, 2022 | FAQs, Heating
Furnaces are rated by the Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency ratio (AFUE), which is the percent of heat produced for every dollar of fuel consumed. Like the miles per gallon on your car, the higher the AFUE rating, the lower your fuel costs. All furnaces manufactured...
