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What are the Causes of a Cracked Heat Exchanger in a Gas Furnace?
A cracked heat exchanger is not a problem that should be taken lightly. If a crack makes its way through the walls of your heat exchanger, dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can leak into your home’s air. One of the best ways you can protect your home from the dangers of
Fiberglass Air Filters: The Advantages and Disadvantages of using them In Your St. Louis Area Home
Fiberglass air filters are some of the most commonly used filters in St. Louis area homes. Although there are some good reasons to use fiberglass filters, they aren’t always the best option for homeowners. Today we’re going to talk about what fiberglass air filters are and the advantages and disadvantages
How Does a Heat Pump Work in Winter?
Air source heat pumps can save homeowners a substantial amount of money on their winter heating costs, especially given the climate we have here in Des Peres, Wentzville, St. Peters, and the rest of the St. Louis area. That’s because instead of using natural gas to produce heat, heat pumps
How to Tell if Your Return Air Duct is Blocked
Updated: October 2024 Are you noticing a reduced efficiency, effectiveness, or reduced air quality in your home? The culprit might be a blocked air duct! At Jerry Kelly Heating, Air Conditioning, Electrical and Plumbing, our experts feel that an informed consumer overall makes better choices when it comes to knowing
Home Air Freshener DIYs
Resolve to make your home smell amazing this year with these easy DIYs. The winter temperatures will prevent you from throwing open your doors and windows regularly and letting the fresh outdoor scents in. Consider trying these options to make your home into the scented oasis you deserve. Craft an
Where to Put Your Condenser Unit to Boost Your Air Conditioner’s Performance
Updated: July 2024 One of the reasons why it’s so important to work with a high-quality contractor for all of your air conditioner installations is because many decisions need to be made that can affect the overall performance of your new system. One such decision is where to place your
Gas or Electric Furnace: Which One is Right for Your St. Louis Area Home?
When you are choosing a new furnace for your home, you have many different things to consider. But one of the first and most basic decisions that you’ll have to make is what type of fuel source your system will use. The two most common fuel sources for furnaces are
Central Air Conditioner Parts: A Breakdown of How the Cooling Process Works
Most homeowners in the St. Louis area enjoy the comfort of a central air conditioner, but have you ever stopped to think about how it works? Where does the cool air come from? What’s that big unit located outside your home? These are all questions that can be answered by
How Does High Efficiency Furnace Venting Differ from Conventional Furnace Venting?
One of the most noticeable aspects of a high-efficiency condensing furnace is that it has a different type of venting system than a conventional furnace. If you’re thinking about installing a condensing furnace in your home, you might have some questions about this unique style of venting. Today we’re going
How Safe Is Your Home?
A surprising number of physical injuries happen inside the home (about a third of all injuries). The sad truth is that they are more likely to affect small children and the elderly the most. Some of the most common problems that can cause in-home injuries are falls, burns, poisoning, inadequate
HVAC Problems Found During Home Inspections
A home’s HVAC system is a significant investment, and therefore it’s a carefully examined item on a home inspection. While everything needs to be replaced at some point, well-maintained systems last longer and operate more efficiently. There are, however, some common HVAC problems that generally pop up on a home
Cold Room Solutions: How to Deal With Those Rooms That Won’t Stay Warm
Do you have one or more rooms in your home that never seem to stay warm, even when the rest of your home is perfectly comfortable? This is an extremely common problem in St. Louis area homes, and it’s not something that you have to simply deal with. To help