Furnace Articles

How Can I Make My Furnace Last Longer?

March 5, 2025
How Can I Make My Furnace Last Longer?

The average furnace lasts between 10 and 15 years. But did you know you can take steps to make it last longer? With just a small amount of time and energy, you can ensure your furnace will live well beyond its warranty.

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Why Does My Furnace Sound and Smell So Weird?

February 25, 2025
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Questions about the sights, sounds, and smells of badly behaving furnaces are common among Strongsville, OH, homeowners. At Gene’s Refrigeration, Heating & Cooling & Plumbing, we frequently hear them and take these concerns seriously.  We understand if you feel alarmed when you hear banging and rattling or smell an unpleasant odor every time the furnace…

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Why Is the Furnace Pilot Light Going Out?

February 5, 2025
Pilot Light

If you ever hear your gas furnace turn on but cannot feel any warm air blowing from the vents inside your home, chances are the pilot light went out. Here are some basic guidelines involving your pilot light.

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Why Won’t My Furnace Stop Running?

January 8, 2025
Why Won’t My Furnace Stop Running?

Is your furnace blowing air without pause? If so, you’re probably feeling a bit concerned—and your house most likely feels like an oven. On top of that, your utility bill will be considerably higher with your furnace constantly running.

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How Can I Lower My Heating Bill This Winter?

December 18, 2024
How Can I Lower My Heating Bill This Winter? Photo of a window looking outside to a winter view.

So how do you reduce your heating costs without compromising your comfort? We are here to tell you! Enhancing your comfort is our goal. We’ll help you create the most pleasing atmosphere, all without causing any financial strain.

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6 Ways Your Furnace Keeps You Safe

December 4, 2024
6 Ways Your Furnace Keeps You Safe. Photo of a father fastening son's helmet.

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

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What’s That Smell Coming From My Furnace?

November 6, 2024
What’s That Smell Coming From My Furnace?

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.

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How Do I Know When I Need a New Furnace?

October 23, 2024
How Do I Know When I Need a New Furnace?

Furnaces are not designed to last forever, so it’s helpful to know when you should be replacing yours. But how exactly will you know when it’s time?

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5 Reasons to Schedule a Fall Furnace Clean and Check

October 2, 2024
5 Reasons to Schedule a Fall Furnace Clean and Check. Tech in front of furnace.

As the leaves change color, our team at Gene’s Heating & AC is preparing for an important time of the year—furnace inspection season.

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Is My Furnace Overheating?

February 7, 2024
Is My Furnace Overheating? Smiling mixed race brother and sister relaxing and using smart phone laying in living room nook corner with winter in the background outside.

Just about any electrical appliance has the potential to overheat. Furnaces are no exception. As a homeowner, you need to take precautions to lower the risk of an overheated unit. You should also be wary of the associated symptoms, so you know when to take action.

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Why Isn’t My Furnace Heating My Entire Home?

December 28, 2023
Why Isn’t My Furnace Heating My Entire Home? Family freezing at home because of an expensive heating during cold winter. Trying to warm themselves up.

If your furnace seems to be producing heat inconsistently around your Strongsville 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 rooms in your home. Or you might have to wear a coat and blanket just to function around the house.

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How Can I Lower My Heating Bill This Winter?

November 30, 2023
How Can I Lower My Heating Bill This Winter? A winter blizzard rages outside the back yard bay window where this small, serene potted plant garden grows and blooms oblivious to the season.

Are you anticipating a higher heating bill this winter? Here in Strongsville, temperatures can get pretty low. The only way to ensure you remain perfectly comfortable inside your Ohio home is by cranking up the heat.

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3 Essential Furnace Maintenance Tips to Help Keep You Warm

November 29, 2023
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As temperatures drop and winter takes hold in Brunswick and throughout Ohio, nothing is more comforting than a warm, cozy home.

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4 Important Heat Pump Maintenance Tips

November 15, 2023
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Gene’s Refrigeration, Heating & Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical understands how important it is for your heat pump to operate at its greatest capacity.

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