Johansen & Anderson Inc Blog: Archive for December, 2017

Voted Best Heating and AC Company in Will County!

Tuesday, December 19th, 2017

We are proud to announce that we’ve been selected for the Best of Will County for 2017, voted as the favorite business in heating and air conditioning. And it’s all thanks to you!

The Herald-News hosted open voting for the best businesses in more than 65 categories, and we’re excited to share that YOU voted us number one. We were lucky enough to attend an after-hours style reception as the winners, and you can find our feature in the December 3rd issue of The Herald News.

We want to thank our loyal customers and invite new customers to see what a difference it makes to have a caring team on your side whenever you need service for your comfort equipment. Call J&A today—sleep tight tonight!

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How Does a Gas Heating Ignition System Work?

Monday, December 18th, 2017

opening-furnace-cabinet-glovesWhen you hear the furnace power on, do you know exactly what goes on to bring that heat to you? You likely know the basics: that heat is generated by an ignition system and that a fan then blows heated air into your home.

While it’s not important to know too much more about the operation of your heating system—technicians can take care of most of what you need—it’s nice to know a thing or two about furnace operation so you know what to do when things go haywire.

Whether you have a standing gas pilot or an electronic ignition system, here are the very basics about how heat is generated. Contact our team for more information!

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Preventing HVAC Safety Risks

Monday, December 4th, 2017

gas-furnace-burner-flamesHeating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems are a modern innovation, so we rarely think of the safety risks sometimes associated with them. Today’s heating systems are safer than ever before, but there are still injuries and even deaths associated with them each year. Caring for your heating system, along with knowing the risks, can help you avoid them.

Today, we present a brief guide on how to keep your HVAC systems free from danger, or how to detect potential dangers early. In case of emergency, or when you worry about a safety risk, contact a 24-hour heating contractor, like our team!

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