Collier's Heating & Air Conditioning Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Wabash’

Our Furnace Care DIY Guide

Monday, November 9th, 2020

So your furnace might be running into trouble this winter. This is typical for our company, but it might be atypical for you. What do you do? Do you start stressing out and calling up neighbors or family members to ask them what’s happening? Do you flip through online searches to find a DIY guide to fixing your furnace?

Neither of those options is a good idea. For starters, you need the opinion of a trained professional who is certified in furnace work—not just a neighbor or a family friend. Also, furnace repair in Wabash, IN is not an activity that just anyone can do. You might void a warranty, break a sensitive component, or cause your problem to become much worse over time.

What can you do for your furnace? Well, keep reading and we’ll tell you exactly how you can help.

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Here’s Exactly What Our AC Tune-Ups Can Do

Monday, August 17th, 2020

We know what you’re thinking. Why on earth would I sign up for an AC tune-up? What the heck is that going to do? My air conditioner works just fine!

Hold your horses! How do you know your air conditioner is working fine? And while we’re at it, air conditioner maintenance does a whole lot of things that many homeowners don’t know. So before you quickly decide to skip out on maintenance for this year or the next, consider reading down below. We’ll cover some of the best reasons to sign up for air conditioning maintenance, and why our tune-ups can blow your mind.

An air conditioning tune-up in Wabash, IN isn’t just as simple as a pro taking a quick glance at your system. It’s a thorough inspection of your AC’s condition, which can be valuable information as a homeowner!

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The Science Behind Solar Energy Systems

Monday, June 22nd, 2020

It’s no surprise that we push solar energy where we can. It’s renewable, sustainable, and powerful when harnessed with the right technology. It’s a unique niche that not every contractor in our area can provide, and we love doing it wherever we can. If we can help give you solar installation in Wabash, IN then we’re always on board to help.

But that’s probably not enough to convince the average homeowner that they could use solar energy installation services. That’s what this blog is for!

We’re going to go into detail about the cost-savings of solar energy systems, how they can provide increases in efficiency, and the science behind how they work. Once you’re well-acquainted with these types of energy systems, you’ll probably be more knowledgeable about when a solar energy system is right for you and when it’s not.  An informed customer is always better than an uninformed one!

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The Science Behind Geothermal Heating and Cooling

Monday, March 30th, 2020

Geothermal heating and cooling systems are technologically advanced and environmentally friendly ways to keep your home comfortable. By even approaching the topic, we have to pull away from the average ways we heat and cool our homes, and dive more into the scientific nature of the earth, how temperatures are transferred, and where ingenuity can do something about it.

Basically, geothermal heating and cooling technology is a whole new way to think about comfort. So, if you’ve ever thought about investing in geothermal heating in Wabash, IN, then we’d like to take a little journey with you into the way these systems work and how particularly they relate to you, your heating bills, and the planet.

Sound good? Well, take a seat and grab something to eat. What we have to say might change the way you think about heating and cooling forever.

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Furnace Breakdown Checklist

Monday, March 16th, 2020

Let us set up the scene for you. Imagine it’s a chilly spring day as you and your family mind your own business while watching TV or reading your new favorite book—and all of a sudden it starts to get cold. Your heater isn’t turning on and there’s clearly something wrong since your thermostat is usually set at a much warmer temperature than this. Your family looks to you to figure out what’s going on and you’re starting to panic.

We’re not going to sugarcoat things. Furnaces do breakdown and sometimes it can be at the most inconvenient moment. However, the good news is that with a reliable contractor at your side for furnace repair in Wabash, IN, and some nifty tips, you could avoid the worst-case scenario.

Don’t panic, call us, and keep reading if you’re looking for help on your failed furnace.

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Do You Have a Boiler Leak?

Monday, February 3rd, 2020

Boiler leaks are unfortunately one of the worst experiences a homeowner can deal with. They can cause all sorts of damage to your home, can cause your heating bills to skyrocket, and can ultimately leave you without heat in the middle of the wintertime. Keep in mind that while we’ll talk about ways to notice if your boiler is leaking, or explore what might be going wrong with the system, we discourage any form of DIY repair work on a system like that.

Boiler repair in Wabash, IN is a complicated procedure depending on many factors, including where the leak might be and what caused it. Basically, this should always be done by a qualified professional, no matter how much experience you think you might have. Don’t risk having your heater break down for the season!

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Complete Furnace Rundown: What You Should Know

Monday, January 20th, 2020

You’d be surprised by how many homeowners there are that don’t really know how their furnaces work. While it might be convenient to think of your heater like a magic box that makes heat, it’s more complicated and more interesting than that. Gas furnaces are marvels of modern technology, being able to burn fuel using combustion to turn cold air into warm air, they’re hyper-efficient these days and tend to run very affordably as well.

That being said, when something goes wrong in your furnace or you’re worried about your home’s safety having a gas burner inside of it, it’s always a good idea to have a good idea about what a furnace does and how it works. So, when you need furnace repair in Wabash, IN, you’ll be able to help a professional pinpoint exactly where the issue is and know how relatively expensive that fix should be.

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Boiler Kettling: What It Means for You

Monday, October 28th, 2019

We all love those Saturday mornings when we wake up smelling the savory smell of bacon, or the frying of buttermilk pancakes, while the tea kettle begins to rumble with anticipation. Except what if that rumbling wasn’t actually coming from your kettle? That’s a great way to turn a wonderful morning into a moment of panic!

Kettling is not something to joke about. In fact, a boiler kettling can be a clear signal that there is a buildup of pressure in the heat exchanger. We’ll get into more of the specifics later, but we’d like to start with imploring you to hire a professional technician for boiler service in Wabash, IN if you’re noticing a whistling noise to come from your boiler. Many homeowners operate under the assumption that a boiler should be making a whistling noise, or that this kind of noise is just natural. That’s entirely not the case.

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