Potter Heating Cooling & Plumbing Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Heating’

AFUE Ratings for Furnaces: What Do They Mean?

Monday, March 4th, 2024

When it’s time for you to upgrade your furnace and you’re shopping around, you’ll notice that each furnace has a rating called AFUE. This acronym is short for annual fuel utilization efficiency and helps you identify how energy efficient a furnace is.

You can keep reading to learn more about AFUE ratings, what they mean, and how to select a high-efficiency furnace. And give our team a call to schedule your appointment for furnace installation in Rochester. We’re here to help with all of your needs, from selecting the right model to installation and even maintenance and service for the life of your unit. 

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Common Furnace Issues & What Causes Them

Monday, February 19th, 2024

If you have a furnace, it’s a good idea to be aware of common issues that can negatively impact your furnace’s ability to heat your home. When you can stay ahead of problems, you can prevent your furnace from facing a major breakdown or needing significant repairs.

You can keep reading to learn more about some of the common signs of furnace problems and what each one means. If you notice any of them, call our heating contractors in Brighton to schedule service so that we can come out and check your furnace to fix any potential issues. 

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4 Tips for Saving Money on Your Home Heat

Monday, February 5th, 2024

Winter may be halfway over, but there’s still plenty of time in the season to save money on energy costs for heating your home. You can find smart ways to adjust your thermostat and maintain home comfort while maximizing your heater output. And if you think you need a little help, you can always call one of our heating contractors to schedule a service appointment. 

We can answer your questions and offer recommendations for how to make the most out of heating for your home. Just keep reading to learn more about our top four tips for saving money on your home heat for the rest of the winter season. Then, you can implement these tips again in the fall when you turn your heater back on.

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Which HVAC System Makes the Most Sense for Your Home?

Monday, January 22nd, 2024

It’s your first time replacing your HVAC system, and you’re not sure what to pick. That’s okay–it’s a big decision that lasts for 10-15 years, so you’re giving it the right amount of scrutiny.

Today, we’re going to help you figure out which HVAC in Pittsford NY makes the most sense for you by breaking down the three main HVAC system types found in homes across the country.

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3 Repairs Your Central Heating System Will Run Into

Monday, October 2nd, 2023

Winter is fast approaching and it’s time to turn your heater on. When you do, you may notice some odd smells at first as it burns off dust, maybe a few banging sounds, but it’s standard–it’s like your heater is waking up for the season.

But then there’s the not-so-standard things that turn into central heating repairs in Brighton, and that’s what we’re going to talk about today. These three repairs will eventually befall your heating system, so it’s important to know about them now and get ahead.

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Welcome to Our New Blog

Thursday, April 6th, 2023

At Potter Heating and Cooling, we’re dedicated to helping our customers enjoy the best in home comfort from affordable HVAC services. But we want to do more, and that’s why we’ve started this new blog on our website.

You probably don’t know the technical details of your home’s heating and cooling systems, and that’s fine. It’s why you have professionals like us to help you when you need it. But a bit of knowledge can do marvels for improving your home comfort, lowering energy bills, and understanding when you need our professional services.

On this blog, you’ll find posts about the best ways to manage your indoor comfort, how to recognize when you’ve got a heater or AC that needs repairs, details about how your HVAC system works, seasonal reminders for when it’s time to schedule maintenance, and much more. We’ll also share industry information with you as well as a range of tips and tricks.

If you need more than a few blog posts to help you out, you only need to contact us to schedule the quality service that will take care of you. We hold ourselves to a higher standard.

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