Just like cars need oil changes and people need an annual checkup, home furnaces must be maintained every year to ensure safe operation. According to the National Fire Protection Association, heating ...

ST. LOUIS – The furnace should not sound like there’s a ghost rattling around. If you hear strange noises coming from the furnace, it’s time to get a safety inspection from Astro Heating and Cooling.

Since this is the start of the heating season, here are my eight top safety tips and suggestions for performing your own furnace and fireplace inspections. 1. If the fossil-fueled furnace is more than ...

KUTV — As cooler weather arrives, homeowners are reminded that fall is the ideal time to make adjustments to keep homes warm and safe throughout the winter months. One of the most important steps is ...

In a recent blog post about fall maintenance for Minnesota homeowners, I recommended annual furnace inspections (or boiler inspections) by a professional HVAC contractor. One reader sent me an email ...

Gas furnaces are a common heating solution in Frisco homes, providing reliable warmth during cold months. While generally safe when properly maintained, these systems can pose serious safety risks if ...

One of the most divisive topics in our industry is red-tagging a gas furnace. There are usually two types of calls where you could find yourself in this situation. The first is during a routine ...

Auto mechanics usually advise changing the oil in your car every three months or 3,000 miles. You can always feel free to ignore those recommendations. But if you do, your engine will seize at some ...

Each year, unintentional carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning is responsible for more than 20,000 emergency room visits and 400 deaths, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). CO ...

In a recent blog post about fall maintenance for Minnesota homeowners, I mentioned having your furnace inspected / tuned up by a qualified heating contractor annually. One reader sent me an email ...