Furnace

When cooler weather hits here this fall, you'll want your home to be warm. Before then, you should have your furnace cleaned and checked.

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 Cornelius system with care and respect. With just a small amount …

Is your furnace blowing air without pause? If so, you’re probably feeling a bit concerned. First, your Davidson house most likely feels like an oven. On top of that, your utility bill will be considerably higher with your furnace constantly running. Believe it or not, this is a fairly common …

If your furnace is producing a strange smell, you should always treat it with caution. While the cause for the odor may be benign, it could just as easily be harmful to inhale. When in doubt, always open windows to ensure ventilation, and evacuate your North Carolina home. For your convenience …

If your heating or air conditioning system suddenly stops working in your Davidson home, it’s easy to think the worst. However, sometimes the malfunction is not really caused by your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system at all, but actually from a broken thermostat. Here are some expert tips …

It’s normal for your furnace to make some noise. For instance, a dull hum is to be expected. However, louder noises might spell trouble for your heating unit’s components. Remember to turn off your furnace if it makes any alarming sounds and leave the repair job to a professional. To …

If your furnace seems to be producing heating inconsistently around your Huntersville home to you, you’re not alone. Many homes have varied conditions from room to room causing spotty heating or cooling. On cold days, this can be a nuisance. For example, you may be confined to only a few …

If you happen to be in the market for a new furnace, you may be overwhelmed by the number of options available. Our professional team at Griffin Heating & Air Conditioning would like to make it a bit easier by providing some basics on the different types of furnaces on …

As the saying goes, “Time and tide wait for no one.” Whether you’re prepared or not, the summer months and warmer weather are gone, moving aside for fall and cooler temps. That means here in Huntersville, you need to think about preparing your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system …

It’s understandable that maintenance tasks often fall by the wayside. Many Huntersville homeowners follow the mantra of “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” Everyone is busy and many seemingly more important priorities tend to creep up every month to consume time and money. However, the last thing you want …

Short cycling basically means that your furnace is turning on and off quickly and thus not providing the heat that your home needs. It can happen for a number of reasons. A furnace that is too big for your home is often the culprit. When your home heats too quickly, …

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. From our team here at Griffin Heating & Air Conditioning, …