by bestkeptsecret | Feb 27, 2019 | HVAC Tips, News
You should never close a heating vent in your home as a way to save money. It will not make your heating system more efficient and could even cause damage, requiring you to call for furnace repair. Why Closing a Heating Vent Will Not Save Money The furnace in your...
by bestkeptsecret | Feb 20, 2019 | HVAC Tips, News
For most homeowners, it’s best to finance a furnace rather than to rent. In the long run, you’ll save money, have more control over maintenance and services and won’t be locked into a long-term rental contract. Rent a Furnace If you decide to rent a heating system,...
by bestkeptsecret | Jan 30, 2019 | HVAC Tips
When it comes to furnace safety, you shouldn’t take any risks. While there are safety features built into modern heating systems, it’s still the homeowner’s responsibility to schedule annual furnace inspections, regularly check the filter and ensure carbon...
by bestkeptsecret | Jan 9, 2019 | HVAC Tips, Products
Deciding which furnace brand to install is a big choice. There are large differences in price, reliability and efficiency and the decision will likely affect how often you’ll have to schedule repairs and how comfortable your home will be. At HAMCO Heating &...
by bestkeptsecret | Dec 26, 2018 | HVAC Tips
People often have questions about the proper furnace fan setting for winter. Should the furnace fan always be ON—constantly circulating air? Should it be set to AUTO so that the fan only turns on when there’s a call for heat? There is no one right answer. The correct...
by bestkeptsecret | Dec 19, 2018 | HVAC Tips
Heating systems can last for decades—or even longer—but just because a furnace still turns on doesn’t mean it’s providing optimal comfort or even heating the home efficiently. Running an older furnace can produce uneven heating and could even be contributing to higher...