Your heater deserves the best care possible. When something goes wrong, the first thought through your head is probably the worry about how much it’s going to cost. While this is definitely the most important aspect of HVAC work from a customer’s perspective, you should also be wary of short-cuts and cheap fixes. There are quite a few dos and don’ts of heater service in Gainesville, FL.
We’ll list out everything that you should do, and everything that you shouldn’t do when it comes to heating repair. So, before you open up that online tutorial on “how to self-diagnose your heating problem” or before you get the gloves and supplies from the nearest hardware store, stop what you’re doing and read this blog.
If you need immediate help, make sure you call our team for comprehensive heater repairs. We’ve always got your back.
Contrary to what some people might tell you, electric furnaces are pretty common in our area. They’re affordable, efficient, and they’re perfect for keeping a home warm during a Florida winter. However, they’re not without their own set of unique problems.
The short answer to this question is your attic. But if you’re confused by that answer, then you’re not alone. Not many homeowners realize that their drafty home has one major antagonist that’s constantly causing them to feel cold in the winter and too hot in the summer. No matter how much you insulate your windows, maintain your HVAC system, and insulate your walls, there’s still one big missing piece to this puzzle. That’s attic insulation.
Well, how is it? We’re not asking you rhetorically, we want you to truly think about the performance of your heater. It’s heating season here in Florida, and many homes are struggling to meet the demands of their owners. Heaters are chugging along as well as they can, and we want to let you know that we can help. We’re not just a team that’s dedicated to broken down heaters, but also to the ones that are struggling.
There are plenty of scenarios that can happen when you turn your heater on for the first time this season. It can come on without a hitch and act like it did last season, which is the best possible outcome. It can turn on with some minor problems that make you raise your eyebrow high. Or, it could not even turn on at all—signaling something sinister at the bottom of it.
There’s been a bit of warm weather to give us some time outside in the past week, but that’s no excuse to neglect our heaters for the days when temperatures drop below where we’d like them to be. That’s because 
Ductless heating systems are all the rage these days, and for good reason! They’re hyper-efficient, powerful enough to last all season in our climate, and they’re flexible where other heating systems can be a drag. If you’re looking to upgrade your aging heater or you’re just trying to see what efficient systems are out there, look no further!
It’s hard to say “it’s cold out” and not feel a little guilty, considering what Midwest residents have been dealing with lately. But, let’s face it, around here our baseline temperatures for summer is so high that when winter hits, it does feel cold to us! At least, cold enough to use our furnaces on a nightly basis for at least a couple of months.
Let’s face it, here in Florida, we don’t get a lot of use out of our heating systems. Especially if you are one of the many homeowners around here that are using a furnace rather than a year-round heat pump or ductless system. Just because you’re using a furnace though, and just because you won’t be using it for as many weeks as homeowners in colder parts of the country, doesn’t mean you can’t save money while keeping your home comfortable.
If you’re shopping for a new furnace this time of the year, you likely have a lot on your plate. True, we obviously don’t need to worry about frigid temperatures in our part of the country. However, given the baseline of temperatures we’re used to the majority of the year, when those temperatures do drop in the wintertime, we’re thankful for efficient and effective heating systems!
