Furnace Articles

What Is a Dual Fuel Heating System?

February 15, 2024
What Is a Dual Fuel Heating System? Women looking at device with serious expression.

Day Heating & Cooling is happy to lay all the options on the table so you can make the best decision for your Corvallis home. Here’s what you should know about dual fuel systems: 

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What Are the Different Types of Furnaces?

November 13, 2023
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This winter, you’re hoping to have a brand new furnace to keep you warm. But there are so many furnaces to choose from. You’re left wondering, which is the right one for your Salem home?

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How Do I Know When I Need a New Furnace?

February 17, 2023
Image of someone working on a furnace. How Do I Know When I Need a New Furnace?

Let’s face it—there’s never a good time for the heat to go out in your Oregon home. You certainly don’t want to wait until your heating system stops working for you to realize you need a replacement!

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Heat Pump Versus Furnace

December 14, 2022
Image of someone pressing control panel to hvac system. Heat Pump Versus Furnace.

Looking to install a new heater in your Cornelius home? Your two most popular choices are a heat pump and a furnace. Each one has advantages and disadvantages when compared to the other.

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Video – Why Is My Furnace Blowing Cold Air?

February 23, 2022
Video - Why Is My Furnace Blowing Cold Air?

There are a few things to check in your home in the case that your furnace is blowing cold air, such as your thermostat settings, air filter, and your home’s ductwork. If you can’t figure out the issue, give us a call at 503-363-4822 and we will inspect your furnace.

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Furnace Flue Tips

December 13, 2021
Three young boys take pride in completing a big shoveling job in Salem & Corvallis

Understanding some basics about your furnace flue can come in handy. And taking care of it—doing your part as well as through regular professional maintenance—helps keep your furnace working at high efficiency and promotes a long life span.

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5 Reasons to Schedule a Fall Furnace Clean and Check

October 10, 2021
person checking a furnace in the fall in Salem & Corvallis

It is an excellent season for furnace installation or replacement. If you’ve had your furnace for 15 years or longer, ask our Day Heating & Cooling specialist to assess its condition. You’ll be pleased to know that furnaces have gotten much more efficient in recent years. 

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Why Won’t My Furnace Stop Running?

February 13, 2021
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Is your furnace blowing air without pause? If so, you’re probably feeling a bit concerned. First, your Salem house most likely feels like an oven. On top of that, your utility bill will be considerably higher with your furnace constantly running. Believe it or not, this is a fairly common problem our professionals at Day Heating & Cooling see frequently, so you don’t need to worry.

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Schedule Your Annual Furnace Inspection Now

November 11, 2020
Schedule Your Annual Furnace Inspection Now

Prepping your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system for winter in Oregon not only enhances your safety and your furnace’s efficiency, it can help keep your repair budget in line during cold weather. Tackling this important chore is easier than raking leaves or cleaning gutters when you call the heating and cooling experts at Day Heating & Cooling.

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Fall HVAC Maintenance

October 18, 2020
Red front door to home with autumn decorations

As the saying goes, “Time and tide wait for no one.” Whether you’re prepared or not, the summer months and warmer weather are gone, moving aside for fall and cooler temps. That means here in Salem & Coravallis you need to think about preparing your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system for fall maintenance.

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What’s That Smell Coming From My Furnace?

February 10, 2020
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If your furnace is producing a strange smell, you should always treat it with caution. While the cause for the odor may be benign, it could just as easily be harmful to inhale. When in doubt, always open windows to ensure ventilation, and evacuate your Oregon home. For your convenience and protection, our Day Heating…

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How Can I Make My Furnace Last Longer?

January 20, 2020
Using heater at home in winter. Woman warming her hands sitting by device with cat and wearing warm clothes. Heating season.

The average furnace lasts between 10 and 15 years. But did you know you can take steps to make it last longer? There is no shortcut or hack to increase your furnace’s longevity. In reality, the key is treating your system with care and respect. With just a small amount of time and energy, you…

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How Does My Gas Furnace Work?

December 23, 2019
Woman adjusting her thermostat in her home

Although today’s furnaces can generate heat using a variety of fuels, natural gas is one of the most popular. Natural gas furnaces typically use a combination of methane and other carbon-based gases. Our professionals at Day Heating & Cooling encourage you to understand how your gas furnace works so you can spot any potential problems…

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What Does AFUE Mean?

December 9, 2019
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While an air conditioner’s efficiency is measured by its SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) rating, an electric or gas- or oil-fired furnace’s efficiency is measured by its AFUE, or Average Fuel Utilization Efficiency. This standard measurement is given in percentages, letting you know how much of your fuel is actually used to heat your Oregon…

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How Can I Save Money on My Heating Bill This Winter?

November 18, 2019
Thermostat with a winter hat on--thermostat reads SAVE

Is your energy bill too high in the winter? Are you looking for ways to cut costs? There are a number of simple things you can do at home to save money. Some of them are bigger projects, but most are simple things you can do in your day-to-day life to help reduce your heat…

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Why Isn’t My Furnace Heating My Entire Home?

November 5, 2019
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If your furnace seems to be producing heating inconsistently around your Corvallis home to you, you’re not alone. Many homes have varied conditions from room to room causing spotty heating or cooling. On cold days, this can be a nuisance. For example, you may be confined to only a few rooms in your home. Or…

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What’s That Sound Coming From My Furnace?

October 11, 2019
Woman wondering what the noise coming from her furnace is

It’s normal for your furnace to make some noise. For instance, a dull hum is to be expected. However, louder noises might spell trouble for your heating unit’s components. Remember to turn off your furnace if it makes any alarming sounds and leave the repair job to a professional. To help you, our Day Heating…

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Is My Furnace Overheating?

February 19, 2019
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Any electrical appliance has the potential to overheat & furnaces are no exception. Take these precautions to lower the risk of overheating your furnace…

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Why Is My Furnace Leaking Water?

February 8, 2019
Photo of old furnace leaking water in Salem

There are a few different reasons your furnace could be leaking water, but the most common reason is a condensation leak. Learn how to diagnose & fix it…

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Why Is My Furnace Blowing Cold Air?

December 18, 2018
Young man suffering from cold at his home

Check your Thermostat Make sure your thermostat is set on the correct setting. If it is set to “ON” the blower will run constantly even when the furnace isn’t heating any air. And the air that comes through the vents will seem cool because it is room temperature air. Turn your thermostat to “AUTO”, now…

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Furnace Maintenance

December 11, 2018
Technician cleaning the front cover os a gas furnace before re-installing .

Before starting any kind of routine maintenance or cleaning make sure you have taken the proper safety precautions, such as turning your appliance off. If at any point you question what you are doing or think you might damage your furnace or hurt yourself, do not proceed. Call us and we will be happy to…

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When Do I Need a New Furnace

October 18, 2018
furnace flames

When to Replace My Furnace? There are few simple things to take into consideration when thinking about a new furnace. How Old Is Your Furnace? The average life expectancy of a furnace is 15 to 20 years. The closer your furnace gets to this age range, the more attention you should pay to the warning…

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