What’s at the top of your fall to-do list in Hinsdale? Make sure it is your furnace.
Continue ReadingCongratulations, you’re planning to remodel your home! Breathing new life and comfort into your charming older house is a grand adventure, and you can count on our team at JC Heating & Cooling, Inc. to be there every step of the way to help however we can.
Continue ReadingTurning on an oil or gas furnace initiates a sequence of events that produce heat and send it through the ducts to warm your home. But what happens when a furnace pressure switch goes bad? Like any other part of the furnace, the pressure switch must work correctly to ensure that the furnace operates safely.…
Continue ReadingAs the summer approaches, we are all looking to save some pennies wherever possible. So why not start with your costly utility bills in ? The US Department of Energy (DOE) says air conditioning can account for 35 to 40 percent of your utility bill. At , we take energy efficiency seriously. We understand high…
Continue ReadingIf you are considering relocating your air conditioning unit, there are quite a few factors to consider before you begin. Fully understanding what air conditioner relocation entails is an essential first step that will make the rest of the process go smoothly. What are the benefits of moving your air conditioner? How can you move…
Continue ReadingAre you having issues with your furnace? Call JC Heating & Cooling for assistance. The summer months bring lots of humidity and uncomfortably hot temperatures. You expect your air conditioner to work hard throughout the season. You don’t expect your furnace to kick on and start operating when temperatures reach the 80s or even the 90s.…
Continue ReadingAccording to the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), your , home’s indoor air quality is often two to five times more polluted than outdoor air. These pollutants contribute to many diseases and worsen respiratory conditions like asthma and allergies. Poor indoor air quality can stem from multiple sources, including pet dander, mold spores, household cleaning…
Continue ReadingAn air handler is an HVAC component that circulates conditioned air throughout a building. It is often installed in conjunction with heat pump heating and cooling equipment. A heat pump without an air handler is like a fan without blades. The motor can revolve, but it won’t move any air. The same goes for a…
Continue ReadingMany homeowners may consider installing a heat pump to heat and cool their homes effectively. Still, this potential installation often leads to many other questions, like: How much electricity does a heat pump use? Knowing the answers to such questions can make or break your decision to invest in this significant home improvement project. If…
Continue ReadingMany homeowners concerned about their heating ask, “Why does my furnace knock when it shuts off?” Furnaces, like all appliances, can make noises, but we tend to notice furnaces more because they’re much louder. Hearing loud thumping, banging, or rattling noises when turning off your furnace generally isn’t a cause for concern. However, these sounds…
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