Furnace Articles

What Is Your Furnace Saying When It Pops, Booms, and Rattles

January 30, 2026

Every time your furnace kicks on, your Illinois home fills with familiar, mechanical sounds. There’s the gentle whoosh of air through ductwork, and the quiet hum of a blower motor.

How to Keep Warm During Extreme Cold Weather

January 16, 2026

We receive countless calls every time the temperatures drop below normal ranges, as homeowners here in Illinois encounter problems with their home’s heating system and keeping their homes warm.

What Is That Burning Smell Coming From My Furnace?

December 15, 2025

There is nothing scarier than switching your furnace on in the fall and catching a whiff of something burning.

How Do I Know I Have a Cracked Heat Exchanger?

November 26, 2025

Our experienced furnace repair technicians will inspect and diagnose your furnace issue and resolve the concerns you are having.

How Does My Furnace Affect My Home’s Indoor Air Quality?

October 31, 2025

When the temperatures drop in Western Springs, nothing feels as comfy as turning up the heat and cozying up indoors.

Schedule Your Annual Furnace Inspection Now

September 30, 2025

What’s at the top of your fall to-do list in Hinsdale? Make sure it is your furnace.

What Happens When a Furnace Pressure Switch Goes Bad?

September 1, 2025

Turning 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.…

Why Does My Furnace Turn On in the Summer?

June 1, 2025

Are 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.…

Can I Put a Bigger Blower Motor in My Furnace?

January 15, 2025

A furnace houses several intricate components working to make your home feel cozy when temperatures cool. One of the most essential components is the blower motor. It’s the powerhouse pushing and directing heated air through your duct network. Many homeowners appreciate the benefits that more appliance strength offers. Their desire to make their furnaces work…