justinEdit Profile TL;DR: What to Check When Your Furnace Is Blowing Cold Air Before calling for furnace repair: Make sure the thermostat is set to Heat Set the thermostat fan to AUTO, not ON Give the furnace a minute or two after startup Check your furnace filter Make sure supply vents and return grilles are … Read more
TL;DR: What to Check When Your Furnace Won’t Turn On Before calling for furnace repair: Make sure your thermostat is set to Heat and set above the current room temperature. Replace the thermostat batteries if it uses them. Check the furnace power switch and circuit breaker. Look at your furnace filter and replace it if … Read more
TL;DR: Why Is There Water Around My Furnace in the Summer? The water usually comes from your AC, not the furnace. Your evaporator coil creates condensation during normal cooling. The most common causes are a clogged condensate drain, failed condensate pump, cracked drain pan, leaking fitting, or frozen evaporator coil. When the water appears matters. … Read more
TL;DR: Furnace Smell Like Burning When I Turn It On A light dusty smell during the first heating cycle is usually normal and should fade within several minutes to about an hour. Turn the furnace off if the smell resembles burning plastic, rubber, hot wiring, oil, or heavy smoke. A smell that returns every cycle … Read more
TL;DR: Furnace Replacement Cost in Denver Most furnace replacements in Denver cost between $5,000 and $9,000 installed, with complex installs costing $11,000+. Furnace replacement cost depends on system size, efficiency rating, furnace type, ductwork, venting, labor, permits, and installation difficulty. A basic like-for-like furnace replacement usually costs less than a high-efficiency, two-stage, or modulating furnace. … Read more
TL;DR: Why Is One Room in My House Always Cold? One room in your house is usually cold because of poor airflow, ductwork issues, inadequate insulation, or air leaks. Rooms above garages, far from the furnace, or located near exterior walls are especially prone to temperature imbalances. Simple fixes like changing your furnace filter, opening … Read more
TL;DR: How Often Should You Service a Furnace in Colorado? At least once per year is required but twice per year is often better for Colorado homes due to heavier system use Schedule furnace service in early fall to avoid breakdowns during the coldest months Regular furnace maintenance prevents expensive repairs and helps lower energy … Read more
TL;DR: Furnace Filters Explained Furnace filters protect your system first, air quality second. Their main job is keeping dust and debris out of your HVAC equipment. Higher MERV is not always better. Too much filtration can restrict airflow and strain your system. Most homes should use a MERV 8–11 pleated filter. It’s the best balance … Read more
TL;DR: Zoned Heating vs Ductless Mini-Split for Denver Homes Zoned heating uses your existing ducts to redirect airflow, while ductless mini-splits create independent temperature control in each room Zoning works best if your ductwork is solid, but it may not fix major hot and cold spots Mini-splits are more effective for problem areas like upstairs … Read more
TL;DR: Cracked Furnace Heat Exchanger A cracked furnace heat exchanger is a serious issue because it can allow carbon monoxide and harmful gases into your home Common signs include strange smells, a yellow flame, odd noises, poor heating performance, and CO detector alerts You usually cannot see the crack yourself. Proper diagnosis requires professional inspection … Read more
