Boiler sparks but will not light. A Boiler can be a fickle mistress at times. Boiler ignition circuits have been known to be elusive in its diagnosis. Boiler sparks but will not light be a common boiler problem on steam boilers. A simple problem is a stuck low water cut off control. Tigger handle a […]
Boiler Cleaning and Maintenance Boiler cleaning is a critical for safe operations during the winter months. Fall is approaching and soon the heat will be turned to heat in the evenings. Boiler Repair Emergency Below pictures will show why it’s important have your boiler tuned up or maintained. Our technician was performing boiler maintenance near […]
Heating and cooling can account for as much as half of the energy used in your home. Making smart decisions about your home’s heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) system. This decision can have a big effect on your comfort , and your utility bills. Steps can be taken to increase the efficiency of your heating and cooling […]
A Fresh Start with a New Bryant 96% Efficient Furnace Last week, we had the pleasure of installing a super high-efficiency Bryant 96% furnace at a home on Addison and Hermitage Street in Chicago. During the installation, we discovered a major issue: the existing evaporator coil was melted and clogged with debris. What Does a […]
My boiler starts and then shuts off. Boilers are a vessel that heats up water to180 degrees if it’s a water boiler and approximately 912 degrees above 212 degrees if your boiler is a steam boiler. My boiler starts then shuts off. Now many of the common boilers have 2 ignition systems. Standing pilot ignition, […]
Troubleshooting Your Central Air Conditioner: Why It’s Blowing Warm Air There’s nothing worse than turning on your central air conditioning on a warm day only to find it blowing warm air. As we brace for another hot Chicago summer, it’s crucial to ensure your AC is ready to keep your home cool. If your central […]
Avoid Costly AC Repairs: Keep Vines Away At Around the Town Heating and Cooling, we want to remind our customers about the dangers of allowing vines to grow near your air conditioning units. This seemingly harmless landscaping choice can lead to costly repairs. We shared a striking example in a recent video where a Chicago […]
Home heating; the absence of cold. Home heating has many sources of cold air removal. Let’s take fire places for example; fireplaces have been a heating source ever since fire was created, however fireplaces were first used during the Roman era. Not every Roman had a fireplace, mostly the elite Romans were privileged. Home heating […]
There are many reasons why replacing your furnace should be in your future. Here are 10 reasons why you should buy a new furnace or an upgrade your furnace today:
Your dirty furnace filter and the problems associated with it. Furnace filters: Many service calls we are called out on are related to dirty furnace filters. Furnace filters that are restricted due to dirt build causes many furnace related problems. The furnace manufactures recommend changing your furnace filter monthly, however we know that many homeowners […]