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Furnace Tips by Treat's Heating & Cooling While gas furnaces are efficient they can have problems like any other mechanical system.  When the temperature in your home drops below your comfort level you may wonder why your heater won’t turn on.  There are several reasons why this could be happening.  A few troubleshooting steps can save you time in the long run. Ensure that your thermostat…Read More

Furnace Filters by Treat's Heating & Cooling Furnace filters protect the furnace.  They also contribute to good indoor air quality by circulating air through the house.  There are many different filters on the market today.  Some filters remove large heavy particles in the air but allow smaller particles to flow through, others are pleated and some are washable. You don’t even want to run…Read More

Furnace Filters by Treat's Heating & Cooling A clean furnace will save you money in the long run.  A filter that remains clogged with dust, pet dander and other particles will cause your furnace to work harder because of decreased air flow.  When this happens you will need to make repairs more often and replace worn out parts which could result in a decreased life of your furnace. The EPA ha…Read More

Furnace Filters by Treat's Heating & Cooling You likely already know that your furnace filter is an important component of your system.  Treat’s Heating & Cooling recommends annual maintenance on your heating equipment. Here are some reasons why maintenance is so critical.  Without a filter the furnace’s internal components would have significant dirt build-up.  If the furnace filte…Read More

Furnace Filters by Treat's Heating & Cooling How often you change your furnace filters will depend on a variety of factors such as what type of furnace you have, what filters you use and the environment inside your home. Disposable filters are the most common used filter by consumers and are fairly inexpensive.  Many consumers are not aware of the reasons it is so important to change your fur…Read More

Furnace Filters by Treat's Heating & Cooling As the temperatures fall, you want to make sure that your furnace is running efficiently so you are not left without heat at the most critical time.  When it is cold, your furnace is working its hardest to move air through the ductwork since most of us spend the majority of our time inside during the winter months. Furnace filters are trustworthy w…Read More

Gas Fireplaces by Treat's Heating & Cooling Gas Fireplaces are an efficient way to heat your home, but like other heating equipment they can have problems.  Fortunately, most gas fireplace problems can require a little troubleshooting and often an easy repair. Here are a few problems that we commonly see when diagnosing Gas Fireplaces: No ignition – you can check the breaker box and rest an…Read More

Gas Fireplaces by Treat's Heating & Cooling Gas Fireplaces are convenient for many homeowners to use for low maintenance and efficiency.  What some people don’t realize is that this equipment needs to be maintained just as a furnace does and Gas Fireplaces can require repairs. It is normal for your Gas Fireplace to make sounds which is no cause for concern.  When you start to experience op…Read More

Gas Fireplaces by Treat's Heating & Cooling Regular maintenance is the first step in maintaining a Gas Fireplace.  When you have your fireplace professionally maintained you can avoid carbon build-up that could result in incomplete combustion, plugged gas orifices and pilots.  The yellow flame that is pretty to look and makes you feel cozy can also be dangerous as they produce carbon or soot…Read More

Gas Fireplaces by Treat's Heating & Cooling Gas Fireplaces can be a great way to keep your family cozy in the colder months.  Like a furnace, Gas Fireplaces need to be maintained on an annual basis here are some reasons why. Buildup: Gas Fireplaces can sometimes have debris build-up.  For example, ceramic logs can deteriorate and clog vents.  If the exterior chimney is cracked or in poor co…Read More