ThermAll Heating, Cooling & Electric Blog: Archive for the ‘Heating’ Category

Oh No! What’s That Sound Coming From Your Heater?

Monday, January 27th, 2025
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Unusual sounds coming from your heater can feel very alarming. You know that something is wrong with your heater – but what exactly is it? Other times you may hear quieter or less obvious sounds that don’t seem as alarming, yet they’re equally serious.

Keep reading to learn about some common heater sounds that mean you need to call and schedule an appointment for heating repair in Yakima, WA. Then give our team a call for your service to ensure that loud noises don’t cause a total heater breakdown. 

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4 Signs Your Heater is Going Out and Needs Attention

Monday, December 2nd, 2024
Man wrapped in a blue sweater, looking cold indoors, suggesting need for heater maintenance.

Oh no! Is your heater malfunctioning right now ahead of the coming winter season? If so, you definitely want to prioritize service now instead of putting it off for a later time. Otherwise, you may be faced with a total breakdown in the middle of the winter season – a headache that is easy to avoid. Repair or replace your heater wisely by knowing when it’s no longer worth fixing.

What are the key signs your heater needs maintenance?

  • No hot air from vents can indicate a failed pilot light or heating element
  • Unusual heating cycles may result from thermostat or safety sensor malfunctions
  • Strange sounds like clicking, humming, or rumbling suggest airflow issues or worn parts
  • Odd smells such as burning, musty, or rotten-egg odors can point to electrical faults, mold, or gas leaks

Keep reading to learn more about the signs that are red flags of something going wrong inside of your heater. Then give our team a call to schedule your appointment for heating repair in Ellensburg, WA. We are always here to help, even if it’s just answering your questions, so don’t hesitate to reach out if you need us.

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Will Your Furnace Make it Through the Winter Season?

Monday, November 4th, 2024

If you have an older furnace, you may be wondering whether or not it will make it through the coming winter season. You can keep reading to learn some of the signs that can indicate your heater needs either repairs or a total replacement. 

If you do need a furnace replacement in Ellensburg, WA, our team can help with it. However, if we complete an assessment and find that there are repairs we can make to extend the lifespan of your furnace, we can also offer those options and help you make the best decision.

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Benefits of Prioritizing Heater Maintenance Every Winter Season

Monday, October 21st, 2024
Snow-covered house surrounded by trees in winter, highlighting the importance of heater maintenance service.

Did you schedule service for your heater last winter? If not, you need to schedule that service now before temperatures drop again. Regular maintenance is the best way to keep your heater working great without any hiccups both now and into the future.

You can keep reading to learn more about some of the benefits of scheduling regular heater maintenance every year, as well as the issues you face if you skip this service. Then give our team a call to schedule your residential heating service in Ellensburg, WA.

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3 Common Furnace Repairs and the Signs of Each One

Monday, October 7th, 2024
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As we head into fall and winter, your furnace will be crucial and keeping your home warm and your family comfortable. It’s a good idea to stay ahead of any problems by identifying the signs of common furnace problems so you can address them sooner rather than later if they impact your system. Know when it’s time to replace your furnace rather than just repair it.

Just give our team a call to schedule a furnace repair in Yakima, WA. Even if you’re not exactly sure what’s wrong, our team can troubleshoot and offer a solution. If nothing else, you’ll have peace of mind that your furnace is working great for the cooler months ahead. 

What are the most common signs you need furnace repair?

  • Loud booming sounds at startup may indicate ignition delays and potential gas buildup
  • Inconsistent heating or a non-responsive furnace could point to thermostat malfunctions
  • Weak airflow from vents often results from clogged filters, damaged ductwork, or blower issues

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Should You Keep Repairing Your Heater Or Replace It After This Winter?

Monday, March 11th, 2024
Man in a sweater shivering near a thermostat, indicating possible need for heater maintenance.

Congratulations, you have survived December, January, and February, the three coldest months in the Ellensburg, Washington area with average low temperatures of 25°F to 27°F. Your heating system has worked hard this winter, but you can still encounter various heating issues in March and even April.

If you have encountered one or more heating issues this winter or your system is 12-15 years old or older, you should start to think about replacing it–especially when facing a large repair bill. Here are nine common heating repairs in Ellensburg, WA you may experience that indicate your older heating system will likely need to be replaced or at least repaired soon.

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Why Carbon Monoxide Detectors Are Critical for Homes

Monday, February 26th, 2024
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The modern standard for homes is to have smoke and carbon monoxide detectors installed in various rooms. These devices are common enough that most people don’t think about them—until they have to. 

We deal with carbon monoxide (CO) in homes as part of our job. We install CO detectors and offer carbon monoxide testing Ellensburg, WA for HVAC devices to help keep homes safe. Today, we want to explore in more depth the importance of having a detection system in place to protect your home against the dangers of carbon monoxide. We’ll examine why CO is dangerous and where it comes from in your home.

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Watch Out for the Ways a Malfunctioning Thermostat Can Affect Your HVAC System

Monday, February 12th, 2024
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When you need to change the comfort levels in your home, what do you do? You go to the thermostat and make adjustments, either changing the programming or doing a temporary override. That’s just part of life in your home, something you take for granted like turning on light switches and using appliances like the dishwasher.

The thermostat, however, is a complex device. Because it’s connected to the HVAC system that controls your home comfort, any malfunction can lead to unusual heating and cooling behavior. You may not immediately know that the thermostat is the culprit, which is why it’s always best to call for professional HVAC repair in Yakima, WA from our team. We can track down the problem, and if it’s a thermostat issue, we know what to do to fix it.

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What’s Causing the Uneven Heating in Your Home?

Monday, December 18th, 2023
Man shivering in a sweater while checking thermostat, suggesting need for heating system maintenance.

You’ve noticed something wrong in your house now that the weather’s colder and you’ve turned your central heating system on. Not all the rooms are getting as warm as they should, and you’ve got family members complaining. A central heater is supposed to provide heat to all of the living spaces, but your heater isn’t living up to that promise.

What’s happening? There are several possibilities, and the remedy may require that you call our technicians for heating repair in Yakima, WA. We deliver timely service and back up our work with a 100% satisfaction guarantee.

What common maintenance issues cause uneven heating throughout your home?

  • Clogged air filters reduce airflow and prevent even heat distribution
  • Short-cycling causes the heater to shut off before fully warming the home
  • Leaky ductwork lets warm air escape before reaching certain rooms
  • An aging heating system may struggle to deliver consistent heat to all areas

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How to Make Your Winter Heating Less Costly This Year

Monday, December 4th, 2023
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As the winter season approaches, keeping your home warm for your family will become one of your top priorities. However, using energy to heat your home doesn’t come for free, and sometimes the cost of running your central heating system will take a large toll on your budget. You don’t have the option to simply leave the heater off—not with our winters—but you do have ways to cut down on those high utility bills.

In this post, we’ll explore practical tips to make your winter heating more cost-effective, with a special focus on the valuable assistance our heating services in Ellensburg, WA can provide. We’re your home comfort hero, ready to make your winter both warm and budget-friendly!

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