Furnace Articles

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 Pennsylvania system with care and respect. With just a small amount of time and energy,…

At Comfortable Design, we take the safety of our customers in Pennsylvania seriously. That’s why we want you to know how to spot a cracked heat exchanger.

Our team at Comfortable Design could help you save big bucks on your monthly utility bill by performing a furnace replacement.

Many Wrightsville homeowners follow the mantra of “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.”

As a Lancaster homeowner, you should know at least a little something about your heating and cooling system. Knowledge is power after all.

When it comes time to replace your current standard-efficiency furnace, there are so many decisions to make.

A furnace is a major investment for any Lancaster 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.

When the time comes, Comfortable Design can help you make the right decision. We install, replace, repair, and maintain all major brands of heating equipment.

The main purpose of your furnace filter is to protect your furnace, specifically the blower fan, from all the dust, debris, and other pollutants the return duct takes in. The filter also aids in your home’s indoor air quality (IAQ) for your breathing health.

Your fuel-burning furnace has a number of mechanisms allowing it to run safely and effectively. These features prevent fires and protect your indoor air quality (IAQ). They also work to prevent internal errors from damaging large portions of your furnace.

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.

If you’re struggling with the question of whether or not to buy a new furnace in Wrightsville, our professionals are here to help. Our Comfortable Design team has years of experience with a wide selection of furnace makes and models. Here are some warning signs it may be time to start saving for a new furnace.

If there is a strange smell coming from your furnace, treat it with caution. Learn some possible reasons for the foul odor and if it’s dangerous to inhale.

Imagine in the middle of winter, coming home after a long day at work or school and settling down with your family after to do homework, or watch a movie and suddenly there is cold air blowing out of your vents! This could be prime time to panic, but don’t! Here are a few things to check to troubleshoot before calling us to help.

Change the Filters The first thing you should do for your gas furnace, or any of your HVAC systems, is to change the air filter. This should be done at least once a year, but as many as 3 or 4 times depending on the manufacturers specifications. The air filter traps dust and debris from…

A new furnace is a big investment and can be a heavy cost for any homeowner. It can be hard to make the decision to replace your current furnace, every furnace will need to be replaced at some point in a home’s life. How do you know when it is time to say goodbye to the furnace in your home?

If you have a furnace in your Wrightsville home, more than likely you also have a thermostat that help control the temperature in your home. There are many things that can go wrong with your HVAC system over the years. Right now we are going to look at a few ways to troubleshoot your thermostat if your system is malfunctioning.

There are three different types of furnaces available. There are a few things that factor into which kind will work for you. You should consider your heating requirements, duct work and insulation, size of you home and number of floors, and your budget. One of the certified technicians at Comfortable Design Inc. can assist you in deciding the right type of unit for your home or office.

Imagine in the middle of winter, coming home after a long day at work or school and settling down with your family after to do homework, or watch a movie and suddenly there is cold air blowing out of your vents! This could be prime time to panic, but don’t! Here are a few things to check to troubleshoot before calling us to help.