Mack Morris Heating & Air Conditioning Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Heating’

Tips for Keeping Your Gas Furnace Running Safely

Monday, November 27th, 2023

Safety should always be top of mind, no matter what type of heater you have. But gas furnaces require an even higher safety standard. Gas is colorless and odorless so you may not realize you have a leak unless you have carbon monoxide detectors installed.

Aside from just waiting for something to happen, you can also take preventive action to keep your family’s safety as a top priority. If you think there’s something wrong with your gas furnace, give our team a call to schedule an appointment for furnace repair in Crozet, VA. You can also keep reading to learn more about gas furnace safety and how you can stay ahead of potential issues.

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There’s No Such Thing as a “Small” Heating Problem!

Monday, November 13th, 2023

We tend to categorize heating problems into small ones and big ones. Of course, problems usually fall onto a spectrum where some problems are less significant and others are more significant. The issue with this is that no heater problem is actually small at all. 

All heater problems or potential problems should be treated the same. If you suspect that anything is wrong with your heater, please give us a call to schedule heating repair in Crozet, VA. It’s the best way to stay ahead of a complete heater breakdown or more extensive damage inside of the system. You can keep reading to learn more about why small problems are just as significant when it comes to your heater.

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Here’s Why We Recommend Fall Maintenance for Your Furnace

Monday, October 16th, 2023

If you’ve been going back-and-forth between whether or not you need to schedule fall furnace maintenance, consider this your sign. It’s time to schedule the appointment and make the investment in your heater. 

Now is actually a great time to schedule furnace service in Ruckersville, VA. You can make sure that your furnace is in great working order for the coming winter season. Keep reading to learn more about the benefits of furnace maintenance, and also what tasks our team completes during the appointment.

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Is It Time for a Furnace Upgrade?

Monday, April 5th, 2021

Winters have just rolled around, and you may be wondering why it is chiller indoors even though you have the heat going. You may ask yourself questions, such as: “Is my furnace working properly?” and “Is it time for a furnace upgrade?” Today, we will educate you on the signs that signal a faulty furnace.

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Why Kettling Is Bad News

Monday, February 22nd, 2021

Boilers are powerful heaters for homes around here. Using the power of heated water cycled through pipes in the home, a boiler can help to provide radiant heat on the coldest of days. That is, it can do this as long as it is working properly. If there is a problem that is hindering your boiler’s ability to do its job, it’s going to affect your home comfort. It’s also going to affect your energy bills in the long run. This is why it is important to know when to contact a professional for a boiler repair in Afton, VA.

Our team works hard to provide prompt and effective repair services to homes throughout the area. However, to do this we need you to contact us and let us know there is a problem we can help with. With that in mind, we want to tell you about one of the most common signs a boiler needs repairs: kettling.

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How to Figure Out If Something Is Wrong With Your Boiler

Monday, February 8th, 2021

woman-doing-researchBoilers are known for being powerful systems. Using radiant heat, a boiler can create strong warmth that permeates throughout the house. It is a system that you can find in multiple homes for heating in Charlottesville, VA. It is also, of course, a system that should always be handled by a trained professional.

If your boiler is acting up, then getting repairs for the system as soon as possible is your best option. Waiting on repairs is only going to lead to higher operating costs and put your boiler at risk of needing an early replacement. Scheduling boiler repairs as soon as possible will ensure your comfort without a higher cost. That is what we are here to help with.

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Do You Need to Retire Your Old Heater?

Monday, December 14th, 2020

Just because you have a heating system doesn’t necessarily mean you are going to have reliable heat. An old heating system that needs to be retired is likely to be less effective, or even completely ineffective, at providing you with warmth. It’s like having a car that barely runs or doesn’t run at all—you have a car but you aren’t going anywhere.

When it comes to keeping Crozet, VA heating systems in working order, you can come to Mack Morris Heating & Air Conditioning for help. We can identify if and when you need to retire your old heater and then work with you through the replacement process.

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Why Your Heat Pump Isn’t Heating

Monday, November 16th, 2020

You just got home from a long day and all you want is to get the chill out of your home and curl up on the couch to relax. You are finally comfy with a book when you start to notice that, while the heat pump is running, it isn’t warming up the house at all. This is never a good sign.

When your heat pump isn’t operating properly, it may mean it needs a heater repair in Charlottesville, VA. If this is the case, you should reach out to Mack Morris Heating & Air Conditioning for the services you need.

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Heater FAQ: Repair or Replace?

Monday, March 23rd, 2020

question-markIt is reaching towards the very end of the season for heating in Charlottesville, VA. Warmer temperatures are fast approaching and are already being hinted at in our day-to-day (like those wonderful cloudy days that peaked around 80°F last week).

While it is likely that some of us are looking forward to a little more sunshine and fresh air, this doesn’t mean that we can just turn off the heater and walk away. The end of the heating season is about more than just a break from requiring warm air and prepping your air conditioner. It is also about doing a last checkup on your heater to make sure it will be able to get the job done next year.

Lets take a minute to review some facts about what signs you should know that will warn you that your heater needs repair … or even needs to be replaced.

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How to Choose an HVAC Contractor

Monday, July 30th, 2018

man-with-fanThere are certain jobs that you may hire out which won’t require that much consideration as to who can handle it. Maybe you hire some neighborhood kids to shovel your driveway, for instance, or your buddy recommends a friend to handle some light landscaping. Different homeowners are going to have different standards of who they give work to, but there is one area where you can never take chances: the installation and/or servicing of your HVAC system.

You absolutely must work with a professional HVAC contractor in Crozet, VA. There is no other way in which you can be sure that you are working with skilled professionals that you can trust. Of course, not all HVAC contractors are created equal. There is a major difference between earning your license and starting a business, for instance, and establishing yourself as a trustworthy contractor capable of living up to all of your clients’ expectations—if not exceeding them! 

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