Fulmer Heating & Cooling Blog : Archive for November, 2016

Test and Seal Your Ducts for Greater Heating Efficiency

Monday, November 28th, 2016

Do you use a forced air heating system, like a furnace or a heat pump, to keep your home comfortable when the temperature drops? If so, you need the ductwork that this system uses to distribute heated air throughout your home to function properly. If your air ducts are leaking, then there is no way that you’ll enjoy the effective, efficient heating experience that you deserve.

We offer duct testing services that will pinpoint the source of problems with your air ducts, should there be any causing trouble. If so, we can also handle your duct sealing in Chapin, SC. Contact us today for more details.

Tags: Chapin, duct sealing, duct testing
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Time Is Running Out to Take Advantage of the Geothermal Tax Credit!

Monday, November 21st, 2016

We’ve mentioned before how much you stand to save by taking advantage of the geothermal tax credit currently available on new system installations. If you have been thinking about scheduling a geothermal installation in Columbia, SC, but still have not gotten around to it, now really is the time to ask. Come the new year, which is really just around the corner at this point, the 30% federal tax credit will be history.

We know that this is not the type of decision you can rush into, of course. We also know how much homeowners can benefit from this type of installation, though. That is why we’ll quickly run through some of the best benefits that a geothermal heating and cooling system has to offer.

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Remember to Change the Filter in Your Furnace or Heat Pump!

Monday, November 14th, 2016

You really shouldn’t have to struggle too much to heat your home successfully in this part of the country. Our winter weather is certainly not “extreme.” That being said, there are many reasons as to why you may fail to get a great performance from your furnace or heat pump. One of the most common is entirely the result of user error.

It may not sound like that big of a deal, but you absolutely must remember to change the filter in your forced-air heating system. This includes both furnaces and heat pumps. If you don’t, your heater in Prosperity, SC is going to run into a number of different issues.

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Don’t Ignore Strange Heating Sounds

Monday, November 7th, 2016

During the winter months, you need your heater to function as effectively as possible. Otherwise, your comfort is just not going to be protected. Any problems with your heating system will put its overall condition at risk, along with its efficiency level. If you want to avoid paying more for a weaker heating output while also putting your heater at risk of damage, don’t ignore signs of trouble.

Some of the most common indicators of heating problems are strange sounds. If your heater in Newberry, SC is making strange sounds, contact a member of our team right away. We’ll figure out precisely what is wrong. That way, we can get your heater back on track before any serious damage is done.

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