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Three Reasons Why Your Pilot Light Keeps Going Out

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If you have a gas furnace, there’s a good chance your pilot light will go out at some point, probably at the least optimal time. Typically, this isn’t a cause for concern, and relighting it will be a straightforward process. Every homeowner should know how to relight their pilot and determine if an extinguished pilot is a sign of a deeper problem with their system. What Causes a Pilot Light to Go Out? Dirty Pilot […]

How To Prevent Oil Sludge in Your Tank

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The winter months always lead to an increase in heating expenses, whether it’s gas or oil. For those of us using heating oil, we hope we’ve properly maintained our boilers and furnaces throughout the year. Another piece of equipment that is very important to keep us warm is our heating oil tanks. The oil that heats our homes needs to be properly stored, and the tanks need to be able to use that oil efficiently […]

Can an Old Furnace Make You Sick?

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Your furnace is your lifeline during the freezing months of winter. Losing heat during the frigid months is an experience no one enjoys. Older furnaces may struggle to keep up at times, but is there another concern? Can old, outdated, or unmaintained equipment pose a risk to your health? Are There Health Risks for Aging Furnaces? Yes, but there are also health risks for new furnaces that are not properly maintained. Simple mechanical issues or […]

What Temperature Should I Set My Home Thermostat While at Work?

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There is a lot of conflicting info about the most economical way to adjust your HVAC settings. Unfortunately, some of these ideas that people swear by can actually cost you money in the long run. Should You Keep Your Thermostat at One Temperature the Whole Day? No, it is neither economical nor energy-conscious. The idea that your furnace works harder, bringing the temperature up from the cold, is a myth. The rate at which it […]