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Looking Ahead: 3 Ways to Help Prevent a Furnace Breakdown this winter
When it comes to heating and cooling your home, there is probably nothing worse than experiencing a furnace breakdown in the middle of winter. Freezing outdoor temperatures can make it difficult to get out of bed in the morning even with a furnace to keep you warm! We want to
10 Signs That Your Furnace Needs a Repair
One of the best ways to maximize the life and performance of your furnace is to know how to recognize when something goes wrong. The quicker you can take care of a problem, the less long-term damage the problem will cause. Today we’re going to talk about some obvious and
What Kind of Indoor Air Quality System Do I Need?
How Different Air Quality Can Benefit Your Missouri Home When it comes to improving your home’s air quality, there are several systems that you can turn to depending on your needs. From whole-home air filtration systems to UV air purifiers and humidifiers, there are plenty of indoor air quality systems
How Does a Heat Exchanger Work in a Furnace?
Heat exchangers get a bad rap. We spend a lot of time talking about what can happen when they are damaged, particularly when cracks in their walls cause carbon monoxide leaks in homes. And although this is extremely important information for homeowners to know about, it can leave some people
What Happens if My A/C Filter is Dirty?
We here at Jerry Kelly Heating, Air Conditioning, Electrical and Plumbing are constantly reminding our customers about the importance of regularly changing their air filters. It’s so important that we set up a free email list to help them remember to change their filter every month! Since we bring it
What is the Role of Cold Air Returns in the Heating Process?
When we think about heating our homes, most of the attention is given to the warm air that comes out of our supply registers. But often overlooked, and just as important is the job of our homes cold air returns. So, let’s dive deeper into what cold air returns are
How to Keep Your Outdoor AC Unit Debris-Free
You’ll notice that we tend to spend a lot of time talking about HVAC maintenance; both the kind we offer professional and the kind you can administer all on your own. Why do we do this? Because proper care is critical to a well-working and dependable system! Like any good
What is the AFUE Rating of a Furnace and What Does it Mean for Energy Savings?
If you’re in the market for a new furnace this winter in St. Louis, or you simply want to know more about the efficiency of your current unit, you’re sure to come across the term AFUE rating at some point or another. It’s important to understand what an AFUE rating
Keep Your AC From Working Overtime on the 4th of July
Summer is officially upon us, and it’s time to break out the grill and fireworks! Got big plans this Independence Day? The certified experts at Jerry Kelly Heating, Air Conditioning, Electrical and Plumbing certainly do. But before you open your doors wide for this year’s bash, be sure you’re not
Snow for Dessert, Anyone?
Snow Ice Cream – Yum! When those snowflakes pop up on the St. Louis evening news it seems like everyone walks through their familiar preparatory routine. Rock salt: check. Snow shovel: check. Milk and eggs: check and check. Large mixing bowl left out on the back deck: ch… wait, what?
Furnace Problems Caused By Running Your System with a Dirty Filter
No matter what time of the year it is, a dirty air filter can cause major problems with your heating and cooling system. One of the top reasons we visit homes for furnace and air conditioner repairs is because a system has been running with a clogged filter. We want
What is an Energy Recovery Ventilator?
Opening your windows on a mild day is a great way to ventilate your home and let fresh air inside. But how can you get the benefits of ventilation during the hottest and coldest months of the year? That’s where an energy recovery ventilator comes in. So what is an