Furnaces Articles

Nobody wants a problem with their furnace—but even the most efficient systems have to be replaced at some point.

This issue happens more often than not with older furnaces, and it could be a sign you are ready to upgrade your West Point home’s heating and cooling system with a new model. At the 10-year mark, furnaces start to lose efficiency and begin breaking down more frequently.

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. 

So, you’re thinking about upgrading your Virginia heating and cooling system. Have you ever heard of dual fuel? 

At K & J Mechanical LLC, we take the safety of our customers in Virginia seriously. That’s why we want you to know how to spot a cracked heat exchanger.

Are you anticipating a higher heating bill this winter? Here in West Point, temperatures can get pretty low. The only way to ensure you remain perfectly comfortable inside your California home is by cranking up the heat.

You have just inspected your air filter, only to find it is sopping wet! Thoughts begin to race through your head, and you ask yourself, Is my furnace breaking down?

If your heating or air conditioning system suddenly stops working in your West Point home, it’s easy to think the worst. However, sometimes the malfunction is not really caused by your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system at all, but actually from a broken thermostat.

From our team here at K & J Mechanical in Providence Forge, here are six ways your furnace is working to ensure your safety.

A furnace is a major investment for any Quinton homeowner. Although it’s not something that will need to be done frequently, most people will face the decision of needing to purchase a new heating system sometime during home ownership.

Fall is the perfect time to schedule furnace maintenance. You want to be sure all parts are working so you don’t have any surprises this winter.

Our professionals at K&J Mechanical LLC encourage you to understand how your gas furnace works so you can spot any potential problems in your West Point home’s heating system.