Johansen & Anderson Inc Blog: Archive for January, 2017

What You Should Check before Calling for Heating Repairs

Monday, January 30th, 2017

filter-change-ductsOf course, major heating repairs are not something we recommend for the average homeowner as a do-it-yourself project. Repairing a furnace is not easy. We know because our technicians train for years to continue to learn the latest techniques for heating repair—their training is never complete! No single online guide or manual could prepare someone to properly diagnose and repair such a complex system.

Still, there are many times we show up for heating repairs, only to find that the problem could have been resolved by the homeowner. Could it be a simple fix? If you’re heater is broken down completely or just not functioning properly, try the following. You may just prevent a call to a heating technician.

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What Is the Efficiency of My Heating Equipment?

Monday, January 16th, 2017

Sometimes, when homeowners are concerned about their utility bills, we get questions about how their heating equipment may be contributing. It’s a safe assumption; we often encourage people to keep an eye on their bills because heating systems take up a large portion of your monthly utilities. Higher-than-usual bills could be a sign of a problem within the system.

We also get questions about the heating efficiency of their furnaces. Many people wonder whether their heaters are simply not efficient enough and if they are simply stuck with these high bills. Below, we’ll show you how to tell what efficiency rating your heater has, but we also explain that efficiency isn’t everything.

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How to Choose the Right Water Heater for Your Home

Monday, January 9th, 2017

When you need a new water heater, the whole process can seem a bit overwhelming. You suddenly have a decision to make, and there are more options available than you may think. Deciding between tank or tankless, high-efficiency or not, and the different sizing options can be tough, but we are here to offer a little help to residents of Channahon, IL.

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3 Ways to Save on Comfort in the New Year

Monday, January 2nd, 2017

Looking for more ways to save money in the new year? We want to help with your New Year’s resolutions and help you become more financially stable. That may require an investment on your part, but it’s worth it in the long run!

Your heating and air conditioning systems can account for about half of your monthly bills. Yikes! Make them run more efficiently in 2o17. Consider these comfort upgrades!

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