Roadrunner Air Conditioning, Heating & Plumbing Blog: Archive for January, 2022

What’s the Problem with a Damaged Furnace Heat Exchanger?

Monday, January 24th, 2022
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If you have heat in your home, there’s a good chance you’re relying on a furnace to keep you nice and toasty during those cold winter months. For years, furnaces have reigned supreme when it comes to heating because they work so well, cost-effectiveness, and their safe design. However, this doesn’t mean a furnace can’t be dangerous, especially if something happens to the heat exchanger.

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Is Your Heating System in Need of Repairs?

Monday, January 10th, 2022
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Waking up in the arctic circle isn’t most people’s idea of a good time. But if your heating goes out without warning, that could be a reality all too soon. 

Okay, we live in the southwest, so maybe that’s a bit extreme. But without a heating system, you can find your house far less comfortable than it should be, and it may even have a negative impact on your heater’s performance as well.

While not every heating problem puts your system in code red, you should still know exactly what to watch out for. The sooner you call the pros (that’s us), the less damage your system takes. 

Translation: The less time and money you lose to costly repairs. 

So, what exactly do you need to look out for? Here are the top 5 warning signs that your heating system needs some TLC.

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