Kool Breeze of Northwest Florida, Inc Blog: Archive for the ‘Heating’ Category

Is That Smell Coming From My Furnace?

Monday, January 6th, 2025
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Uh-oh. Can you smell that? Is it your furnace? We tend to talk a lot about the noises that heating systems and air conditioners might make when something is wrong. While sounds are one of the most common indicators of a problem with a mechanical or electrical system, smells can occur as well!

It might seem like an extremely serious issue if you turn on your heat and immediately notice an odor. Do all heating system odors require urgent repair? Actually, sometimes it’s very serious, and sometimes it’s not at all. How can you tell why your furnace is making a strange smell, and what should be done about it? Here’s the rundown. When you need furnace repair in Fort Walton Beach, FL, or you just want to schedule a routine maintenance appointment, we’re here to help.

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Prompt Heating Repair Makes All the Difference

Monday, December 23rd, 2024
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If your car had a noticeable problem, was running oddly, or making a strange noise, what do you think would happen if you ignored it and just kept driving? You’d end up with your car broken down on the side of the road. The repairs would be much more expensive than if you’d gotten it taken care of as soon as you realized something was wrong. 

Now, what if it was your heating system instead of your car? Continuing to run the heat when there’s a concerning HVAC issue is a terrible idea. At the first sign of a problem, get heater repair in Destin, FL. Here’s why you shouldn’t wait.

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How Long Does a Furnace Last?

Monday, November 25th, 2024
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Is it getting to be that time? Are you worried about how much longer your furnace can keep running? Of course, since most homeowners are not HVAC experts, it can be hard to tell. You probably have questions.

How much more can you expect from your furnace? How can you keep it running as long as possible? When is the right time to replace it? We’ve got you covered. We’ll tell you all about the life expectancies of different heating systems, how to keep them in good shape, and how to know when it’s time for a furnace install in Fort Walton Beach, FL.

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Yes, You Do Need Heating Maintenance

Monday, November 11th, 2024
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Here in Florida, it’s easy to put a lot of focus on all the time we need to use our air conditioning and to spend less time thinking about our heating systems. They’ll be fine, right? They don’t get anywhere near as much use as the heating systems of our neighbors in the far northern states. But do we still need heating maintenance?

When a year has passed since the last time you had your heater serviced, you need to schedule that service. Even in Florida, your heating system still needs maintenance for several very good reasons. Check them out.

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The 5000 Rule of Furnace Replacement

Monday, October 28th, 2024
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The weather is cooling off. Winter is coming! Are you prepared for it? Or are you concerned about your furnace? You definitely don’t want to begin the winter knowing you have heating system problems or putting off having repairs done. But at a certain point, it’s no longer worth it to repair your furnace. Could it be time to replace it instead?

There are a lot of factors that can be weighed when deciding whether to keep investing in furnace repair or choose to get a new furnace. We can explain them to you, but better than that, we have a handy system to help you make the decision. We call it the 5000 Rule of Furnace Replacement, and it can simplify your repair-or-replace choice into simple numbers. If you have any other questions about furnace replacement in Navarre, FL, we’d love to hear from you.

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Uncommon Problems That Lead to a Broken Heater

Monday, February 19th, 2024
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When it comes to heating repair needs, we’ve seen it all! But there are some problems we see much less often than others. Issues like a broken fan (or failure in the motor that powers that fan) are everyday occurrences for us. But on occasion, we have the opportunity to deal with something much more unusual.

What strange things can happen in your home that cause your heating system to fail? Here are some of the most unusual ones.

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How Long Does an Electric Furnace Installation Really Take?

Monday, February 5th, 2024
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You’ve decided it’s time to replace your old furnace. Congratulations! We’re certain you’ll be happier and more comfortable with a new one. And since furnace efficiency has improved in the last couple of decades since you bought your old one, you’ll be pleased with your utility bills now, too. But furnace replacement is a bit complicated and mysterious to the average homeowner.

We’d like to help demystify this process and answer some of the most important questions about furnace replacement. What are the steps of electric furnace installation? What can you do to prepare? And how long will it take? Read on for all the details.

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The Unmistakable Sign That Your Old Furnace Has to Go

Monday, January 22nd, 2024
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Toward the end of the life of a furnace, homeowners sometimes spend a lot of time and mental energy wrestling with the decision of when to replace it. Of course, if you could get by for a couple more winters, it would feel like a waste to get a new furnace now. But if you wait until it’s completely broken down, you’ll have to rush the replacement so you don’t freeze!

If only there was some way to know whether you should get rid of that old furnace now or try to keep it running, huh? Well, we’ve got some information for you. There’s one thing that means your furnace absolutely must be replaced. Simple, right? Well, it’s a little more complex than that. We’ll explain.

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Are Electric Furnaces Better than Gas Furnaces?

Monday, December 25th, 2023
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Is your furnace aging or breaking down? Are you starting to wonder how much longer it’ll last? If so, you’re probably considering your options for furnace replacement.

The first decision you’ll have to make is whether to get a gas furnace or an electric one. When your heating system needs to be replaced, both gas and electric furnaces are good options. But which one is right for you?

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3 Most Common Heating Repairs in the Panhandle

Monday, February 6th, 2023
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In our area, the air conditioners get a lot more time on the job than the heaters do. However, it is critical to have heaters that work well during the winter, because overnight lows that are usually in the forties are very unpleasant without heat. Because of our weather, the calls we get about heating trouble can be a little different from those fielded by heating professionals in the snowy, northern part of the US. 

Here’s some information about the heating concerns we have to address most often in Florida and what they might look like if they happen to you. 

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