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There are a few things to check in your home in the case that your furnace is blowing cold air, such as your thermostat settings, air filter, and your home’s ductwork. If you can’t figure out the issue, give us a call at 303-963-9321 and we will inspect your furnace.
Continue ReadingFurnaces are far from immortal. If you take good care of it, your furnace will last considerably longer than a neglected one. It will still unfortunately not last forever. Here are some signs you might want to start looking for a fresh furnace: 1. It’s Old Furnaces generally last 15-20 years. Afterwards, they start to…
Continue ReadingWe receive countless calls every time the temperatures drop below normal ranges, as homeowners here in Firestone, CO, encounter problems with their home’s heating system. With the record-low temperatures and extreme conditions most of the country is currently experiencing, our Carbon Valley Heating & Air professionals want to share some insights and tips with you…
Continue ReadingThe heat exchanger is a conglomeration of tubes/coils in your furnace where the air is heated. A crack in your heat exchanger can be bad news for you, your furnace, and your home if you don’t act fast. This causes carbon to be burned, which can release nitrous oxide, sulfur dioxide, and carbon monoxide. Carbon…
Continue ReadingCarbon Valley Heating and Air would like to extend a huge THANK YOU to everyone who entered our annual Oldest Furnace Contest! We had so much fun combing through the entries and were shocked at just how old some of the units in our contest were! The 2018 winner is Jerry McBride, who had…
Continue ReadingImagine in the middle of winter, coming home after a long day at work or school and settling down with your family after to do homework, or watch a movie and suddenly there is cold air blowing out of your vents! This could be prime time to panic, but don’t! Here are a few things…
Continue ReadingA heat pump is a device that transfers heat from one place to another, from inside to outside or from outside to inside. In the winter a heat pump works like a heater, extracting heat energy from outside and transferring it inside. In the summer the process reverses and it will remove heat from your…
Continue ReadingThe holidays are here and that means airports across the country are going to be filled with people traveling to visit friends and family. If you are one of those travelers, you’ll potentially be leaving your home unattended for a few days or even a few weeks. While you’re gone, there are a few things…
Continue ReadingWhen the snow is falling outside, it can be tempting to crank the heat inside to stay warm and cozy. While it might be nice to walk around indoors in a pair of shorts, at the end of the month you might be in for a surprise when you get your energy bill. Those days…
Continue ReadingBefore you spend your days bundled up and staying warm inside, you need to prepare your HVAC systems for the colder weather. You’ll rely on your furnace to keep inside temperatures cozy for the next few months and even though your A/C hibernates for the winter, it will need to be protected from the elements,…
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