December 20, 2021

Causes and Risks of a Rusty Furnace

Rust refers to the reddish-brown or yellowish flakes that coat iron or steel. This substance forms through the oxidation process, and it mostly occurs in places with high humidity. As you use your furnace, a temperature imbalance may develop inside any sealed-off area. This can generate some moisture that may considerably affect the performance of your system, regardless of how well-built or durable it is. Although you can discourage rust formation in your furnace, it will eventually occur to a certain extent. This is common in furnaces. Causes of Rust in a Furnace There are various contributing factors. The following...

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March 6, 2019

The Difference Between Old and New Furnaces

At All Temp Co., Inc., our heating technicians can service all makes and models of furnaces, which means we are sometimes working on equipment that is more than a decade old. A new furnace might be an expense, but there have been many money-saving innovations in furnace technology over the past few years. Here are some of the differences between old and new furnaces. Better Fuel Sources Some older furnaces heat your home with electricity as the heat source. This will give you a much higher electricity bill than other sources. Most modern furnaces use natural gas as a source...

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November 20, 2018

The Importance of a Carbon Monoxide Alarm

Carbon monoxide, or CO, is a colorless, odorless gas that in concentrations can kill very quickly. The body actually absorbs CO very quickly, replacing oxygen in blood cells. As a result, a person exposed can become poisoned quickly, passing out and eventually dying from CO inhalation. Carbon monoxide is resulting by-product from burning, which happens in every home via a furnace or heater system. Normally, a heating system is designed to exhaust CO so that it doesn’t build up inside the home. However, if the heating system has a leak, or is malfunctioning, CO buildups inside a home can occur....

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