DB Heating & Cooling, Inc. Blog : Posts Tagged ‘Heating Repair’

Signs That Your Heater Needs Repair

Monday, November 22nd, 2021

checklist-with-red-markerThere’s no denying that wintertime can be pretty brutal here in New Jersey. The chill in the air means that we need effective and efficient heaters in our homes. So, how’s yours working? Hopefully, you’ve already had it tuned up this fall–this is a service that’s needed once a year at least for your heater (if you’re using a heat pump system that also cools, this should be increased to twice a year).

A professional maintenance tune-up ensures your heater is working as efficiently and effectively as possible. But it also lets our professionals check for signs of small repair needs and basic wear and tear. This way we can alert you to your heater’s needs so you can get those repairs on your schedule before they turn into an emergency heater breakdown.

Still though, even with maintenance (which it’s not too late to schedule, by the way), it’s a good idea for homeowners to know the signs that their heater is in disrepair. Read on as we uncover those signs:

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Does My Heat Pump Need Fall and Spring Maintenance?

Monday, March 15th, 2021

floor-mounted-heat-pump-air-handlerThe short answer to the question of whether your heat pump needs fall and spring maintenance is, “yes.”

But not to worry, we’re going to elaborate. We would never just tell you to schedule an unnecessary service for the sake of it. Biannual heat pump maintenance is necessary.

You see, heat pump systems—as you know if you have one—are 2-in-1 heating and cooling systems. Not only do they provide effective heat in the wintertime, but they offer efficient air conditioning in the summer, as well.

HVAC maintenance is what allows our technicians to fully inspect, clean, and adjust your air conditioner in the spring, and your heater in the fall. This allows them to both operate as effectively and efficiently as possible, for as long as possible. But this doesn’t mean you get to skip a maintenance session if you have a heat pump! Since it does twice the work, it needs twice the care. Read on as we uncover more about the importance of professional heat pump maintenance and how it can prevent sudden and costly Oradell, NJ heating repair needs.

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How to Detect Furnace Trouble

Monday, October 12th, 2020

tech-looking-over-furnaceThe weather in New Jersey can be downright chilly in the wintertime. This is why an HVAC contractor such as DB Heating & Cooling can find itself pretty busy this time of year! Whether it’s a maintenance call or emergency repair needs, we’re there for the job.

And right now is the best time to schedule maintenance. Maintenance helps your heater work as efficiently and effectively as possible, for as long as possible. Well-maintained furnaces can last about 10-15 years, but without those regular tune-ups they can experience countless repair needs that will increase wear and tear and decrease system lifespan significantly.

Even with maintenance though, it’s important for homeowners to be aware of the various signs of a furnace in disrepair. Read on to learn what they are!

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“How Often Does My Heat Pump Need Maintenance?”

Monday, March 16th, 2020

ductless-heat-pump-air-handlerWe’re approaching that time of year again—the time of year where we start stressing the importance of yearly air conditioning maintenance. We’ll always tell homeowners that right now is the best time to schedule that maintenance as HVAC technicians typically have less crowded schedules during the spring, when they’re responding to fewer emergency calls for urgent heating repair in Bergen County, NJ.

What if you have a heat pump, though? Chances are, you hopefully had fall maintenance done for your system to ensure it would be able to get you through our chilly winter season. And we always say that HVAC systems need maintenance once a year… so you don’t actually need spring maintenance on your heat pump, right?

Wrong!

Heat pumps require maintenance twice a year as they are a year-round system. Read on as we uncover just why this is so important.

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3 Sure Signs of a Heat Pump in Trouble

Monday, January 6th, 2020

heat-pump-ventHere in Bergen County, it’s no secret that temperatures get quite chilly in the winter. As such, we rely on our heating systems heavily, to keep us warm, comfortable, and even healthy all season long. If you’re using a heat pump for your heating needs this season, you know its benefits—it is versatile, highly efficient, and very effective—so long as it is well cared for.

By that, we mean that in order to avoid surprise heating repair in Bergen County, NJ, and other heat pump problems, you’ll want to make sure you schedule maintenance for the system twice a year. Yes, usually for heaters we recommend once-yearly maintenance. But since your heat pump is used for both your heating and cooling needs, it needs to be checked twice a year, for year-round comfort.

With or without maintenance, of course, your heat pump may run into trouble. The following 3 signs mean trouble for your heat pump, and should be remedied ASAP:

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“Should My Heater Be Making That Noise?”

Monday, November 11th, 2019

jets-of-a-natural-gas-furnaceUnfortunately, it happens. That is, heating systems break down with little to no warning. Your heater might go from working just fine throughout the week, and then all of a sudden not turn on at all. This is rare, though. After all, furnaces and other heating systems often give off warning signs well before they totally breakdown. But you need to know what to look for (or in some cases, listen for)!

Often, signs that you need heating repair in Bergen County, NJ show up by way of strange noises. While these noises might be accompanied by some unusual performance issues, too, the sound is what typically helps you narrow down the issue—though for true diagnostics, you’ll want to contact our pros! Keep reading to learn about some of the sounds you should never hear coming from your heater—and be sure to give us a call if you detect any of them.

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Heating Problems to Watch for This Fall

Monday, November 13th, 2017

furnace We’re going to take a wild guess and say that you’re relying on your heater a fair amount to stay comfortable on a daily basis. That’s all well and good, provided that you’re aware of the kinds of problems that added demand can create under certain circumstances. If you want to keep your heating system going strong throughout the winter, one of the best things that you can do is familiarize yourself with the signs that indicate that it’s having a problem. Identifying problems quickly makes it easier to repair said problems before they can cause too much damage to the system. Have a look at some of the most common heating problems to watch for this fall.

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4 Things to Check Before Calling for Heating Repair

Monday, February 29th, 2016

When your heater breaks down, you hope there’s something you can do to keep from paying a service charge to a technician. However, most of the time, attempting to fix the heater on your own could be unsafe and it may be much more hassle than it’s worth. Calling a friendly local technician who knows what to do is well worth the cost—but not if there’s something simple you could have checked out first.

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How to Reduce the Strain On Your Heating System

Monday, February 22nd, 2016

The more your heating system has to work, the more likely it is to break down suddenly. Your heater suffers quite a bit of wear and tear through the season, especially once temperatures reach extreme lows, but you want to do whatever possible to minimalize this wear and tear so that your heating system does not fail without warning.

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Don’t Put Off Late-Season Heating Repairs in Waldwick, NJ Until Next Winter

Monday, March 11th, 2013

Fairly soon, most homeowners will make the switch into the cooling season and use their heaters only on particularly chilly nights. If you have any late-season heating repairs, don’t put them off until next winter. Furnaces are complex machines that require routine maintenance and consistent repair to ensure that they last. Delaying repairs will only exacerbate the problem, in most cases. Whether it’s a faulty motor bearing, crack in the ductwork or thermostat malfunction, don’t set yourself up for an unexpected repair or breakdown next heating season. For heating repair in Waldwick, NJ, call DB Heating & Cooling, Inc. today.

Let’s take a look at some common furnace repairs that you don’t want to put off:

  • Faulty Thermostat. Keep in mind that if your heating and cooling systems are linked, then you have one thermostat that controls the whole system. If your thermostat isn’t operating properly while in heating mode, it may negatively impact your cooling system during the summer. Even if you have separate thermostats, it’s a good idea to make sure that your thermostat is up and running before you need it to heat your home. Be sure to tell a technician to check it during your AC tune-up.
  • Uneven Heating. If your heating system heats your home unevenly, then it is not operating efficiently. There may be a leak in your air ducts, a clogged air filter, or a fault in the heater’s mechanical system, but any such problems should be dealt with professionally as soon as possible. When you try to heat your home on that first cold fall day, you may be unpleasantly surprised.
  • Furnace Runs Constantly. If your furnace runs constantly, even when it seems comfortably warm inside, then there is probably a problem with its operation. It might be a thermostat problem, or it could be another issue. Whatever it is, get it checked it out sooner than later. Until the heating repair technician arrives to pinpoint the cause of the problem, there’s simply no telling what’s going on in your heating system.

Allowing heating problems to go unchecked not only increases the risk of costly repairs and system replacements, but it can also lead to decreased energy-efficiency in the future. If you don’t fix it now, you may forget to do it before next season. Make sure you’re prepared to heat and cool your home throughout the year. For heating repair in Waldwick, NJ, call DB Heating & Cooling, Inc.!

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