During the winter, your furnace is kicking on constantly to keep your family warm. Unfortunately, frequent HVAC system usage increases wear and tear and the potential for heating issues. Early identification and correction of these problems can help you preserve your family’s comfort when they need it most. Here are a few of the most common furnace issues and what you can do to pinpoint the problem. SYSTEM SHUTDOWNS Your HVAC system can shut off suddenly if it’s struggling with a mechanical fault, compromised thermostat or dirty filter. Short cycling occurs when your heating system turns of ..read more

Over the years, the plumbing industry has seen the use of many different materials. Unfortunately, some of these materials have been discovered to be faulty, such as galvanized piping that corrodes inside. If your home has one of these defective materials, then it’s time to consider repiping your waterlines for your health and safety. WHAT EXACTLY IS WATERLINE REPIPING? Waterline repiping is the process of replacing the water supply plumbing system in your home. The process involves removing old pipes that are readily accessible and installing new piping that meets today’s plumbing standard ..read more

CAN YOUR GAS FURNACE RUN DURING A POWER OUTAGE? Winters around Colorado Springs get quite chilly and can be unpredictable. Occasionally, that weather brings such extreme conditions that it knocks out power around the area. Unfortunately, furnaces rely heavily on electricity, and if the power goes out, it could leave you in the cold. Discover how even gas furnaces use electricity, whether they can run without it, and what to do if your power goes out. WHY ELECTRICITY IS CRITICAL TO YOUR GAS FURNACE There are several reasons your furnace must have electricity to heat your home. First, without ..read more

There’s no doubt that a gas fireplace is an excellent investment for any home, especially during the winter. Whether you are planning on some new home construction or want to remodel your existing home, a gas fireplace can serve as the centerpiece you need to complete your design. Beyond the purely aesthetic, however, here are some other reasons why you should invest in a gas fireplace when the weather gets cold. GAS FIREPLACES PROVIDE COMFORT Investing in a gas fireplace is an excellent option if you’re looking for a way to stay warm and comfortable this winter. After a long and stressful ..read more

No matter what type of central HVAC system your home has, it relies on motors to circulate air. So, if your AC motor breaks down, the whole system is out of commission until you replace it. At first glance, replacing an AC motor might look like a job you can do yourself. The reality is, however, that it’s something you should leave to the professionals. Here’s why. THE PROBLEM REQUIRES CAREFUL DIAGNOSIS When your AC motor stops turning, your first instinct may be to assume the motor’s gone bad. That’s not always the case, though. Sometimes, the motor itself isn’t the issue at all. Without t ..read more

Even a perfectly functioning AC unit will make some noise. For example, you might hear a faint humming sound when it kicks on. The humming noise is perfectly normal and nothing to worry about, but if your AC unit starts making strange, unfamiliar noises, that’s a different story. TYPES OF AC SOUNDS AND THEIR SIGNIFICANCE All sorts of strange noises can come from your AC unit, and they usually indicate a problem. The first step is to identify the type of noise you’re hearing. Let’s consider some of the common sounds your AC might produce and what they mean. HUMMING NOISE If you hear humming ..read more

Home Heating Service, Inc. is proud to announce that we’re rolling out a new VIP Customer Login feature on our site! This unique feature comes from our partnership with ServiceTitan, the management software program designed for HVAC companies. ServiceTitan brings technology and specialized solutions to make scheduling, billing, marketing, and client contact more accessible for our valued customers. With the new HVAC dispatching software from ServiceTitan, our business can stay responsive and accessible to our customers by being completely transparent over where our team is, how the service r ..read more

Your air conditioner is a huge investment in your home. You want it to work perfectly at any given time. However, sometimes you’ll experience some clogged drain pipes, which will make it challenging for your AC unit to work as expected. Unclogging drain lines is a straightforward undertaking. However, you still need to follow some specific steps to accomplish this critical task. UNPLUG YOUR AIR CONDITIONER You can’t expect the clogged drain pipe to clear if the air conditioner is running. This means that you’ll need to turn off your AC unit before attempting any strategies to unclog drain l ..read more

Ensuring your home stays cool throughout the summer is obviously important. The only issue is that running your air conditioning all day and night can quickly add up to huge energy costs. Therefore, many people attempt to reduce their cooling costs by turning off their AC at night and sleeping with the windows open instead. While this may sound good in practice, the reality is that it may not make nearly as big of a difference as you might expect depending on the climate where you live. To understand why let’s look at how much energy an air conditioner typically uses at night and the impact ..read more

If you are dealing with furnace issues or are looking to save money on heating costs, you may be wondering if you can simply use a space heater to keep yourself warm. While space heaters are portable, compact, and affordable, using them in lieu of a furnace won’t necessarily save you money or keep you warmer. Here are a few things you should consider before buying one or more space heaters to rely on instead of a furnace. SPACE HEATERS HEAT A ROOM AT A TIME Many people who start out using space heaters are basing their heating plan on the fact that they use one or two rooms for most of the ..read more