Johansen & Anderson Inc Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Joliet’

Don’t Skip Fall Furnace Maintenance!

Monday, November 11th, 2024

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We hope you’re having a lovely autumn, enjoying the beautiful weather and fall festivities. But we also hope you don’t forget to prepare for winter. After all, it won’t be long before the cold winds start blowing. What’s at the top of your fall to-do list? It should be furnace maintenance! It will make all the difference. Here’s how.

How does fall furnace maintenance help prevent furnace repairs?

Cleans out dust and debris that can cause overheating
Identifies small issues before they turn into major repairs
Tests electrical and safety components for proper function
Checks gas lines and pilot light for safe operation
Lubricates moving parts to reduce wear and tear
Keeps your furnace running efficiently all winter

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Walk-In Cooler Maintenance Prevents Repair Needs

Monday, September 16th, 2024

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Your business relies on your walk-in cooler. Of course, at Johansen & Anderson, we’re happy to come out to your commercial building or place of business to perform any repairs that your walk-in cooler may need. But it would be much nicer for you if that could be avoided! What’s the best way to make sure your walk-in cooler won’t need frequent repairs? By getting regular maintenance done. Here’s what you should know.

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What if I Skipped AC Maintenance This Year?

Monday, August 5th, 2024

Life is hectic, things come up urgently all the time, and sometimes the more routine things get forgotten when we’re busy taking care of sudden, pressing needs. And then you realize it’s August, and you never had a technician come out to give your air conditioner its annual checkup.

What will happen now? Is it really so bad to skip a year of AC maintenance? What are the risks? Most importantly, what can you do about it at this point? We’ve got answers for you.

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Your Old Air Conditioner: Repair or Replace?

Monday, June 24th, 2024

When your air conditioner reaches the end of its life, you will be dealing with the cost and the logistical planning of purchasing a new system and having it installed. And that’s not something you want to do before it’s necessary. But you also don’t want to wait too long. Waiting could leave you in the middle of a heat wave with a dead air conditioner.

What is the right time to replace your air conditioner? Is there a point after which it’s simply not worth repairing an old air conditioner? Well, it’s a little more complex than a straightforward timeline. Here are the things to keep in mind as you’re deciding whether to repair or replace your old air conditioner.

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Our Air Conditioner Troubleshooting Checklist

Monday, May 13th, 2024

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A broken-down air conditioner is an unpleasant, sweaty hassle. But with summer approaching, you know it’s something you might end up dealing with. Of course, it would be terrible to wait for a technician and pay for a repair if the problem was something you could easily fix yourself. But you’re not an HVAC expert. How would you know what to do?

It’s important to leave actual repairs to the professionals. Opening up an air conditioner and tinkering around is unsafe for you and for the air conditioner, and it will void your warranty. But there are some simple things you can definitely sort out yourself if you know what to look for. Here’s a quick checklist you can use to troubleshoot a broken-down air conditioner before you decide repairs are necessary.

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3 Benefits of Late-Season HVAC Replacement

Monday, March 18th, 2024

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We’ve almost made it through another winter! Spring is coming soon. If you’ve been looking forward to being able to turn off your heating system, you’re almost there. And there’s no doubt that it’s a relief—especially when it comes to paying your utility bills—when you can stop heating your home. But what if your relief is because you were afraid your heating system wouldn’t make it through the winter?

If you’ve got a struggling heating system, and you know you’ll need to replace it in the near future, we urge you to start that process now. Why would you replace your heating system at the end of the season? There are a few major benefits you’ll enjoy if you don’t wait until fall.

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4 Strange Boiler Sounds & What They Mean

Monday, February 5th, 2024

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Boilers are fantastic heating systems. The heat they provide is very even, keeping your whole home perfectly comfortable. They’re longer-lasting than pretty much any other option, sometimes running for three decades before they need to be replaced. And they also require fewer repairs than other types of heating systems, largely because they have fewer moving parts which can break down.

However, no system is perfect. Nothing works forever without encountering a single problem. So on rare occasions, your boiler will have trouble and need repairs. It’s always best to have boiler repairs done promptly so the problems won’t get worse. How can you tell it’s time for repair? Listen for these sounds.

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Should I Repair or Replace My Water Heater?

Monday, December 25th, 2023

Water heater problems are a huge inconvenience! Whether you’re experiencing basement puddles or cold showers, you can’t just let the problem keep getting worse.

But it can be hard to tell exactly what needs to be done. How can you tell whether you should have your water heater repaired or replaced? Here are some key things you should know that can help with your decision.

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Boiler Repairs That Can’t Wait

Monday, November 27th, 2023

There are so many reasons why boilers are an ideal home heating system. They’re long-lasting and very effective, providing more even heat than most systems. And one of the best things is that they don’t generally need repairs as often as furnaces or other heaters.

But even the almighty boiler occasionally experiences a problem. The important thing is to recognize that a problem is happening and get repairs promptly before a small issue becomes a big one. How do you know when your boiler is having a problem so you won’t neglect an urgent repair need? We’ve got some information for you.

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Heat Pump or a Furnace: Which Is Better for Illinois?

Monday, September 18th, 2023

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It’s about to get chilly out there again, folks. How happy are you with your heating system? Did it do a fantastic job last winter? Is it still relatively new? Or do you have some concerns? If your heater is getting older, would need repair in order to get running again, or just isn’t performing efficiently, it’s time to consider what you might want to replace it with.

You’ve surely heard that heat pumps are incredibly efficient. But do they work in our climate in Illinois? Or would a furnace be better?

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