Furnaces Articles

Why Is the Furnace Pilot Light Going Out?

December 25, 2024
Why Is the Furnace Pilot Light Going Out? Gas burner flame abstraction long exposure.

This issue happens more often than not with older furnaces, and it could be a sign you are ready to upgrade your Kingsburg home’s heating and cooling system with a new model. At the 10-year mark, furnaces start to lose efficiency and begin breaking down more frequently.

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What Does AFUE Mean?

December 12, 2024
mom and daughter laughing on the bed

While an air conditioner’s efficiency is measured by its SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) rating, an electric or gas- or oil-fired furnace’s efficiency is measured by its AFUE, or average fuel utilization efficiency. This standard measurement is given in percentages, letting you know how much of your fuel is actually used to heat your California home and how much fuel is wasted.

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How to Spot a Cracked Heat Exchanger

January 15, 2024
How to Spot a Cracked Heat Exchanger. Man coughs in his elbow while sitting on sofa at home.

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

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How to Lower Your Winter Heating Bill

December 29, 2023
How to Lower Your Winter Heating Bill. Children laughing jumping and hugging their grandfather.

Wintertime is here. That means your family will be spending more time indoors to stay warm.

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What Are Furnace Filters?

February 8, 2023
A furnace filter near a furnace. What Are Furnace Filters?

It’s crucial to take proper care of your furnace—it provides your Fresno home with the heat you need to stay warm.

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Why Is My Furnace Filter Soggy?

January 27, 2023
A furnace filter over a white background. Why Is My Furnace Filter Soggy?

The good news is it can usually be repaired quickly. However, you should take care of the problem as soon as possible.

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How Does My Gas Furnace Work? 

December 7, 2022
A furnace unit is tinkered with. How Does My Gas Furnace Work?

Feeling grateful? You’re not alone—it’s one of the most popular forms of heating, as American as apple pie.

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How Do I Know When I Need a New Furnace?

November 30, 2022
A technician works on a furnace. How Do I Know When I Need a New Furnace?

You certainly don’t want to wait until your heating system stops working for you to realize you need a replacement!

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Why Is My Furnace Leaking Water?

November 16, 2022
People wearing boots stand in a puddle. Why Is My Furnace Leaking Water?

You just discovered there is a puddle of water on the floor in front of your furnace. What does this mean? Why would your furnace be leaking water? 

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Furnace Flue Tips

October 12, 2022
A lit furnace. Furnace Flue Tips.

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

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