If the compressor in your central air conditioner or heat pump is overheating, the appliance may continue cooling temporarily but it’s only a matter of time before you’re stuck with a broken AC or heat pump. Unfortunately, a busted compressor is one of the most...
Any home that has a fireplace or appliances that burn fuel may be susceptible to carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. These appliances may include a combustion furnace or water heater, gas kitchen range or fireplace insert. Fortunately, the risk of a CO leak in a residence...
While summer is still hanging around, it’s not too early to think about the upcoming transition from summer to fall, especially how it pertains to your home’s central heating and cooling system. The fall season is an ideal time to schedule professional maintenance on the...
The filter that works with the forced-air heating and cooling system in your home, while relatively unimposing and inexpensive, serves a crucial role in the continued smooth operation of your air conditioner, heat pump or furnace. Depending on its efficiency level, the filter also may...
One common issue with residential cooling systems occurs when water leaks from the AC or heat pump. This not only can damage the equipment; it can damage floors, walls and other home fixtures and possessions that get wet. So what should you do if you...
With split-system central air conditioning and heat pump systems, it’s not unusual for one of the two units to fail before the other. Most often, it’s the outside compressor/condenser unit that gives up before the inside evaporator/air handler; this is because the one outside is...
When shopping for a new air conditioning system for your home, try to avoid cutting corners. While it may save you some time now, that likely will cost you in significant money, comfort and trouble in future years. Consider several important factors when shopping for...
Even though ductless split systems have become more popular across the country over the past decade, many homeowners remain unclear on how they work. Here are the answers to some frequently asked questions about high-efficiency ductless heat pumps and cooling systems. Ductless Split System FAQs...
In a study in the late 1980s, the federal EPA found that in a typical American home, where family members spend the vast majority of their time, the concentrations of some pollutants can be two to five times higher than the air on the other...
Most homeowners have only a vague notion about how their central air conditioner cools their home. It’s this magic machine that manufactures cool air (which isn’t exactly correct, but more on that later). As for the technology that makes that happen, they’re not really up...
With the heating season just around the corner, you don’t want to be stuck out in the cold if your furnace or heat pump breaks down this winter. For Cincinnati furnace repair needs, not just any HVAC contractor will do the job right. A contractor with a stellar local reputation of service, experienced and credentialed technicians, fair pricing and ironclad guarantees may sounds too good to be true, but it’s not. Jansen Heating and Cooling checks all of these boxes and more. Start your relationship with Jansen by scheduling a pre-season tune-up on your heating system.
