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Switching From a Manual to a Programmable Thermostat? Tips for Making a Smooth Transition
Here on our blog, we often talk about the energy-saving benefits of programmable thermostats. If you currently have a manual thermostat installed in your home and you’re interested in upgrading to a programmable model, you might be wondering if there’s anything you should know about before making the transition. Today
Refrigerant Locking Caps Help Prevent Refrigerant Theft in St. Louis Area Homes
In the past few months, there have been a growing number of reports of refrigerant thefts outside of homes across the country. While some thieves are stealing refrigerant to resell it for profit, a shockingly large amount of teenagers and young adults are using the chemicals in the refrigerant to
When to Use Your Programmable Thermostat’s Hold and Run Modes
A programmable thermostat allows you to program temperature settings for different times of the day based on your family’s schedule. When your home is empty, the thermostat will automatically adjust itself to use an energy-saving setting. When people begin to come back home, the thermostat will automatically return your home
Furnace Checklist Before You Turn it Off for the Season
With spring on the wind-up, it’s time to give your trusty furnace a well-deserved rest. But before you put your heating system into hibernation, there are a few basic furnace maintenance items we would urge you to take care of. Don’t worry, it’s all fairly simple, and can save you
Energy Saving Tip: Change the Direction of Your Ceiling Fans this winter
We all know that ceiling fans can be used to feel more comfortable and save energy at home during summer. But what some homeowners don’t know is that you can use your ceiling fans for similar benefits during the winter months – all you have to do is change the
Heat Exchanger | Heating and Cooling St. Peters MO
What is a Heat Exchanger? At Jerry Kelly Heating, Air Conditioning, Electrical and Plumbing, keeping your home safe is our top priority, which is why we always check heat exchangers for potential hazards. A heat exchanger is a component found in your furnace that contains the flames and gasses within
What are the Benefits of a Two Stage Gas Furnace?
Earlier this month we posted a blog about what to think about when you’re buying a new furnace. One of the features that we suggested looking out for was a two-stage system. Today we’re going to talk about what a two-stage gas furnace is and the advantages of installing one
Is the Furnace Air Filter the Same as the Air Conditioner Filter?
Although winter has been stubborn about leaving us completely this year, the air conditioning season is right around the corner! Every year around this time, many homeowners have questions about how to transition from their furnaces to their air conditioners. Today we’re going to tackle one of those common questions:
What is Furnace Flame Rollout and How Can You Prevent It from Happening in Your Home?
When your furnace is well-maintained and working properly, it doesn’t pose any safety risks to your home. However, if your furnace is poorly maintained, experiencing operational problems, or reaching the end of its operating life, it can encounter some safety issues that can be of serious concern. One such safety
3 Common Home Thermostat Problems (and How to Fix Them)
The thermostat in your home is like your heating system’s control center. It reads your household temperature and tells your furnace or heat pump when it’s needed and when it’s not. If you’re having issues with your thermostat, it can pose all kinds of comfort problems in your home. So
How to Take Care of Your Heat Pump and Get It Ready for the Winter Ahead
If you have a heat pump installed in your St. Louis area home, then your home is heated by two sources: your heat pump and a backup furnace. This is different than a conventional heating and cooling system, which only uses a furnace to heat the home. Today we’re going
Get Short and Long Term Savings with a Maintenance Club
Now that we’re into furnace maintenance season, this is the perfect time of year to consider joining a maintenance club. Whether you’ve been on the fence about signing up for a maintenance club or you’re just now learning about them, read on to see how joining a maintenance club can