Heating and Cooling FAQs Archive

By regulating temperature and humidity, your HVAC system keeps your home comfortable. However, sometimes HVAC systems have problems that result in continuous running. Some of the most common reasons for this include a dirty air filter, thermostat issues, leaky ductwork, and a lack of maintenance. 1. Dirty Air Filter A dirty air filter can cause...
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Your furnace is one of the most critical components of a home’s HVAC system, responsible for heating the entire house during cold winter months. It is essential to prioritize the care and maintenance of your furnace to ensure it remains efficient, safe, and functional. Failing to maintain and repair your furnace can lead to higher energy bills,...
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  Here at Homesense, we started as homeowners first. That’s why we’re all about reducing confusion and simplifying the complicated parts of HVAC. We try to put everything we do into language that we could have understood as homeowners. One of the things we’ve noticed is that a lot of people don’t know how the...
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  The heat exchangers are an incredibly important part of your furnace, but unfortunately also a part that many HVAC companies will take advantage of to get more money out of you. Learn more about them and when you should actually be concerned here. The heat exchangers are where the heat is actually produced in...
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  We believe it’s just good sense to understand the basics of your furnace. In this video, Homesense co-owner Brian Schutt talks about the igniter and its important role in the process of your furnace working. The igniter is a small cylinder found in front of your heat exchangers, much like the flame sensor is....
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  Understanding the parts of your furnace is the first step toward a worry-free winter. The flame sensor plays a very important role in the functioning of your furnace and in keeping you safe. After your system kicks on, the igniter gets the flames going. Gas will then move across your heat exchangers, which in...
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  Understanding the various parts of your furnace is the first step toward taking care of your system well. The blower motor is the heart of your furnace and works to pump warm air throughout your house in the winter. In an upflow furnace, it’s on the bottom half and is located behind your control...
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  Winter is here and it’s time to begin considering how to best manage your heating system. By understanding your furnace and following through on a few things you can do as a homeowner, you can ensure a safe and worry-free winter. For more helpful content, follow us on Instagram for our weekly #tuesdaytip and...
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  As the weather gets colder, we’re going to be turning on our heating systems across the city. While it may seem daunting, understanding the inside of your furnace will help you make the best decisions this winter. Knowing the basics will give you everything you need to take care of your furnace. When it...
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  As temperatures fall and heating season begins, make sure to maintain your furnace so that it is in good working order for the Indiana winter. Like changing the oil in your car, consistent maintenance on your furnace is an important step to ensuring the mechanical system continues to work as efficiently as possible. As...
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