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Tired of rising energy bills? Call Peterson Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Drains at 970-399-7063 for furnace repair and replacement in Grand Junction, CO. Our technicians offer professional and speedy service at competitive prices.
Have you been noticing issues with your furnace? If your heating system seems like it’s trying to tell you something, it probably is. Signs like banging or knocking, elevated heating bills, unusual odors and irregular heating patterns don’t just happen for nothing. When one or more of these things starts to happen with your heating system, the smart thing to do is give us a call and one of our certified heating specialists will help you determine the cause of the problem. We will go over maintenance, repair & replacement options.
If you take the time to schedule your annual furnace inspections , you may never notice any of the signs mentioned above. If you have a technician come in during the fall, you can have any minor issues remedied before the heavy usage begins in the winter. Your system will run more efficiently, which will save money on your bills, and you can count on smooth, consistent heat when the temperatures plummet.
When it gets cold, you’ll likely be firing up your heating system for the first time in about half a year. Because it’s been off for so long, it’s important to pay close attention to how it acts. Your unit may become damaged without you realizing it, so watch out for signs that it needs repair.
Most heaters tend to last between 10-15 years, but if your unit isn’t regularly maintained and serviced you may start having issues much sooner. If your unit is approaching the 10-year mark, then it’s time to book an appointment with a technician to assess the state of your unit and check for carbon monoxide leaks.
Here are a few signs that your furnace needs to be inspected and serviced by an HVAC professional.
If you notice a sudden spike in your power bill during the cooler seasons, there could be an issue that needs to be addressed by an HVAC technician. Rising power bills are a sign that your furnace is working harder than usual to keep your home warm and is likely in need of routine maintenance or repair.
The chances are your furnace will smell like the fuel it uses or sometimes gets a bit noisy, especially when you turn it on for the first time in a year. Most smells and noises will dissipate as the unit runs. However, if the smell persists after several uses and the noise doesn’t seem to be toning down, you may have an underlying problem.
Over time, your furnace may prove more difficult to turn on and keep running. If you have to start the unit multiple times or restart it throughout the day, your unit likely needs a repair. These issues often stem from a damaged thermostat or disconnected wiring. Replacing the damaged part should resolve the issue.
It’s no secret that having your furnace replaced is a major investment, but it’s one that is necessary when your current heating system gets older and starts breaking down. Typically after about a decade, when repairs begin mounting and the added expense can no longer be justified, an upgrade is probably the way to go. When you get a new furnace installed, it will be more efficient than your current model, and you’ll end up saving money.
A broken furnace can make for a very uncomfortable home. However, you don’t have to wait until you’re freezing on a cold winter’s night to call your HVAC technician for a repair or replacement. Here are a few signs to diagnose a system that is long past due for a replacement.
If you notice an abnormal amount of dust coming from your furnace vents, this may be an indication that the unit is unable to clean the air. Start by changing the filters and if the problem persists, call a technician.
Your furnace will typically last between 10 and 20 years. Check your unit’s age by the serial number on its label and if it’s seen better days, prepare for it to break down anytime soon.
If you have a natural gas furnace, check the pilot light on the front panel of your unit. A yellow light could be a sign that it’s leaking carbon monoxide from the heat exchangers. If you notice this problem, contact a technician immediately.
A furnace that’s blowing cold air could be having a number of problems. For example, a blower fan malfunctioning can leave cold spots in the house. Either way, cold air is a huge warning that your unit is probably due for a replacement.
Take note of your heating bills, and if they’ve increased dramatically, it could be a sign that your system is on its last leg and that it needs to be replaced.
We get it: buying a new furnace feels overwhelming, but investing in a new system comes with a variety of advantages, including:
Get speedy, high-quality furnace repair & installation services at fair prices that you can afford by calling our specialists at 970-399-7063 today.
Because of differences in size (square footage), layout (single or multilevel), exposure, leakage, and other issues that affect HVAC sizing and cost, it is nearly impossible to put an exact price on a new HVAC system. Fortunately, you can get a free, no obligation quote from Peterson’s for your specific setup.
We recommend that your heating or cooling system is cleaned and serviced twice each year to ensure perfect operation. Regular cleaning and maintenance also help to keep the air expelled by your system clean and pure. You can choose to arrange your regular maintenance when you need, or you can become a Peterson member and enjoy the benefits of regular maintenance and discounts.
There are many things that could go wrong with your heating and cooling system. Give your thermostat settings a quick check and check that any batteries are in working order. You can also check your circuit breakers as this is a common problem that our customers often overlook. No matter what heating or air conditioning system you have, Peterson can always assist.
You should never turn your system completely off when you leave for the day. Either raise or lower your thermostats three to five degrees from its normal set point. That way, your system maintains an ideal temperature all day, and you don’t have to power it on high when you get home.
If you notice an increase in the amount of dust circulating in your home, double-check the type of air filtration you’re using. The wrong size filter, or a low-quality type of filter, is going to be inefficient. You also might want to consider adding an air purifier to your home’s ventilation process.
To help you understand the main difference between the various kinds of whole-home systems, we’ve grouped them into two types: active and passive. Both types of purification systems work with your existing HVAC system, utilizing your home’s blower motor and ductwork to purify the air in your home. However, they work in two very different ways.
Passive systems generally wait for the air to come to them. Passive systems are those where you either install UV lights or a 13-rated MRV HEPA filter on your system. Here’s how they work.
HEPA FILTER: PASSIVE
A HEPA filter works just like your standard filter, only it’s rated higher to collect and stop much finer particulates from being circulated through your air. This is a relatively inexpensive way to remove some of those airborne toxins like mold, germs, and viruses. However, there is a catch to this method. (Get it, catch? Like, catching particles?) While the tight, dense weave of a HEPA filter is perfect for catching most of the fine particles in the air, it can also restrict airflow. This forces your HVAC system to work harder, and makes your system less efficient and could contribute to early system breakdowns. So, for the money you could be saving on this purification solution, it could potentially cost you a lot down the line.
UV LIGHT: PASSIVE
Another alternative that purifies the air in a passive way is a UV light that attaches to the inside of your HVAC ducting. When the air moves past the UV light, the light kills the germs, viruses, bacteria, mold, volatile organic compounds, odors, etc. that might be floating in the air. But, like any HVAC system-mounted passive purification solution, this also has a downside. Because of where it sits inside your system, there’s no guarantee that the UV light will be able to clean all the air in your home. It’s dependent on the air that passes over the light for effectiveness. So, while this can be an effective solution, there are no guarantees that it can cover the whole home or assure that every harmful particle will pass over the UV light.
REME HALO: ACTIVE
Rather than sitting and waiting for the pollutants to come through the system, active systems will go after pollutants in the air and on the surfaces of your home. An active purification system like the Reme-Halo installed in the ducting of your HVAC unit, and as the air passes over the Reme-Halo device, it sends ionized hydro-peroxides into the home on a search and destroy mission.
When these naturally occurring hydro-peroxides disperse through the air and settle on the surfaces of your home, they attach to particulates, pollutants, volatile organic compounds (cleaning products, chemical odors), smoke, mold, bacteria, and viruses, and change the pollutant’s chemical makeup. Through a process called cell lysing, these friendly oxidizers revert toxins back to harmless oxygen and hydrogen. Research on this process is extensive and there are no known health risks to these hydro-peroxides, which have existed naturally in our outside air for over 3.5 billion years.
