Heating Articles
Did you know radiant heat—the type of heat your boiler creates—was one of the first types of indoor heating systems invented, dating back to 1300 BC?
Continue ReadingWith all the options available for setting your programmable thermostat, it’s easy to get confused. Of course, this defeats the purpose of a programmable thermostat––it’s designed to for you to “set it and forget it,” making your life easier. It’s worth taking the minute or two it takes to read this to clear up anything…
Continue ReadingA dual fuel system can solve a lot of issues for homeowners, and it’s really nothing more than a combined HVAC system comprised of a heat pump and a furnace (or boiler). It’s got the best of both types of heating, allowing more homeowners––especially Tomahawk, WI, homeowners––to take advantage of the efficiency of a heat…
Continue ReadingAs the saying goes, “time and tide waits for no one.” Whether you’re prepared or not, the summer months are moving aside for fall and cooler temps. That means here in Tomahawk, you need to think about preparing your HVAC system for fall maintenance. Maintaining your heating equipment ensures it’ll run smoothly the way it…
Continue ReadingGas furnaces create heat by burning natural gas. This gas is usually methane combined with other carbon-based gasses. Premier Heating and Cooling shares information on furnaces. The Ignitor The process starts with the ignitor. The ignition source for older furnaces is a pilot light, newer furnaces use an electronic starter. With a pilot light, the…
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