Residential Heating and Air Conditioning Blog: Archive for the ‘Heating’ Category

Your Thermostat Might Be the Problem: Troubleshooting Thermostat Issues

Monday, October 7th, 2024
Intelligent home automation system: controlling house temperature with a multimedia touch screen display, mounted on an apartment wall and wireless connected to a main computer unit. Intelligent system for energy saving, climate control and environmental conservation. Temperature is expressed in Fahrenheit degrees (see more images from my portfolio for other units). Shows thermometer, warm and cold air conditioning icons, relative humidity and current temperature.

Is your home feeling uncomfortable? Your thermostat might be the issue. Proper thermostat function is key to keeping your indoor climate just right. With the right thermostats in Minneapolis, you can enjoy a comfortable home year-round. But when things go wrong, it can lead to frustration and higher energy bills. Let’s look at some common thermostat issues and how you can fix them.

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Get Your Home Winter-Ready with Our Heating Checklist

Monday, September 30th, 2024

Winter in Minnesota is no joke. That’s why getting your home ready for the cold should be a top priority. With our simple heating checklist, you’ll be prepared to handle whatever winter throws at you. At Residential Heating and Air Conditioning, we’ve been delivering expert residential heating in Eden Prairie and surrounding areas for over 25 years. We offer a variety of services, including furnace replacement, heating system installation, boiler repair services, and more. Whether you need heater repair and maintenance or are thinking of an upgrade to an energy-efficient heating solution, we’ve got you covered.

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Is Your Furnace Short Cycling? Here’s Why

Monday, September 23rd, 2024

Short cycling is a common issue that many homeowners face. If your furnace turns on and off frequently, it may not be heating your home effectively. This not only affects your comfort but can also lead to higher energy bills. At Residential Heating and Air Conditioning, we provide top-notch furnace service in Minneapolis to help you keep your home cozy.

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What Maintenance Does Your HVAC System Really Need?

Monday, September 16th, 2024

We know that living in Minneapolis means dealing with long winters. Your HVAC system works hard to keep your home comfortable through it all. Regular maintenance is key to making sure it runs smoothly when you need it most. That’s where we come in. We’re experts in heating and cooling in Minneapolis. That’s why we want to share why HVAC maintenance is one of the best things you can do for your home.

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Electronic Ignition—Why It Replaced the Pilot Light

Monday, February 12th, 2024
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How does your gas furnace light the burners when it starts a heating cycle? In your mind, you may see a standing pilot light doing the job. That makes sense because standing pilot lights did this job for many decades and it’s just become part of how we think about furnaces.

But chances are high that your furnace doesn’t have a standing pilot light at all. The pilot light is becoming a relic of the past, replaced with electronic ignition systems.

We’re going to look into this change and explain why electronic ignition is now favored over conventional standing pilot lights.

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5 Furnace Problems We Often See

Monday, February 5th, 2024
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A furnace does a lot of work through the long and cold winters in the Twin Cities. Even with the best maintenance, a furnace can still run into a malfunction that will weaken its heating ability or cause it to stop working altogether. 

You never want to attempt to do any repairs on a furnace yourself—you’ll need to call the experts at Residential for heating repairs in Minneapolis, MN. We have many experiences dealing with all types of furnace malfunctions, and we know how to resolve them. Let’s look at five of the most common furnace problems we’re called on to fix. This list will help you better understand how your furnace works and what might cause it to stop working.

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Will You Need a New Heating System After This Winter?

Monday, January 22nd, 2024
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You might think it’s a bit early to talk about “after this winter.” We’re still in the middle of yet another cold winter, and sometimes the icy weather can extend through April and even into May. 

But we’re not here to talk about how you’re going to cool down your house in summer. We’re here to talk about the heating system that’s currently in your house, the one that’s running right now to keep you and your family warm.

We want you to think about that heater and if you want to keep it around after this winter. Thinking about its performance now can help you make the important choice about whether to schedule heating service in Eden Prairie, MN with our team to replace it once the winter is done.

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Ways to Lower Those High Heating Bills

Monday, January 15th, 2024
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One of the rougher parts of winter is having to look at your utility bills each month. Powering home heating systems costs money, and when you have to regularly run your furnace, heat pump, or other heater, you’ll see it reflected on your monthly energy bills.

But if you’ve thought to yourself that the costs seem too high, then this is the blog post for you. Most homeowners pay more for their heating than they should, and by taking a few steps, they can cut down on the high cost of winter comfort. Here’s our guide to getting those heating costs down to something less intimidating to see on your bills.

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Mid-Season Heater Decline? Don’t Ignore It!

Monday, January 8th, 2024
Inside a gas furnace. Focus = the top of the middle flange. 12MP camera.

The middle of the winter is the toughest stretch for us in the Twin Cities. Anyone who’s spent at least one winter here can tell you that. You need your heating system most of all during this time.

Ironically, it’s when people depend on their heating systems the most that they’re likely to ignore small signs that they aren’t working as well as they once did. It’s easy to think that as long as a heater system is meeting the basic requirements for warmth, there’s no reason to interrupt it by calling for heating repair in Minneapolis, MN

However, there are many good reasons to do exactly that! If you’ve noticed your heater doing things like running for longer than normal, running for shorter than normal, reacting slower to the thermostat setting, unevenly heating parts of the house, costing more to run, making strange noises, or anything else unusual, it’s time to call our technicians to check it out.

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Warning Signs of an Unsafe Gas Furnace

Monday, January 1st, 2024
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We don’t want to alarm you with the title of this post. In general, gas furnaces are safe to have in homes. If they receive regular annual safety inspections and tune-ups and prompt repair service when needed, they post almost no danger. They’ll continue to heat homes for many years until it’s time to replace them.

However, gas furnaces can become unsafe, and it’s important to know the signs of this so you can shut the furnace off and then call us for furnace repair in Minneapolis, MN. Here are ways you can detect that your furnace has a safety malfunction.

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