Kansas City has had a few cool days so far this fall, but the cold weather is just around the corner. Ensure that your furnace is ready for winter before the temperatures drop. Ideally, you should have your furnace inspected at least once a year by a qualified professional, like Overland Park Heating and Cooling. However, there are some things …
Check Your Furnace Before Cold Weather Hits
So far the weather has been mild as we head into winter, but as anyone who has spent time in Kansas City in the winter knows, we won’t escape bitter temperatures for long and they will be here sooner than we’d like. Before you turn on your furnace for the season, it’s important that you inspect it to make sure …
Higher HVAC Efficiency Standards Are Coming: What Does That Mean in Kansas?
New energy efficiency standards for furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps and other HVAC appliances will soon come into force. Some of the jargon used to discuss the new standards can be confusing. Here are some useful energy-efficiency terms to know when trying to interpret information on the upcoming changes. SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) How efficiently air conditioners and heat …
What A Red-Tagged Furnace Means To Your Future
If a utility company representative or HVAC professional red-tags your furnace, this means that your furnace is disconnected from its power or fuel source and shut down from operation due to it being unsafe to operate. You cannot legally run a red-tagged furnace until the furnace has been professionaly repaired or replaced. Needless to say, this interuption can be a major inconvenience …
Maintenance: What You Can Do, And What You Should Leave To The Pros
When it comes to taking care of your HVAC system, some steps can easily be performed by homeowners, while others should be left to the professionals. While most heating and cooling systems don’t require very much maintenance beyond twice-annual professional check-ups, there are still tasks every homeowner can do to keep their equipment functioning properly and efficiently. For advanced tasks, …