Top 5 Reasons Your Heating System Isn't Working Properl

Sitting by a hot fire is a nice luxury in the winter... with the heater turned on. A fireplace used as your main source of heat isn't exactly ideal. South Nashville Heating and Cooling, servicing the greater Nashville area, wants to keep you and your family warm this winter season! Is your heating system not keeping up? Not performing correctly? Here are the top 5 central heating system problems:

1. 100% Loss of Heat - If you turn on your furnace and get no response from the heating system, you need to figure out where the problem started. Is your heating system getting electrical power? Is the pilot light igniting? Is your thermostat on with a temperature high enough to activate your furnace? If you check these common areas & still find your heating system unresponsive, call South Nashville Heating and Cooling. We are the experts in heating repair and install in the Nashville area.

2. Partial Loss of Heat - If you notice that you are still getting heat, but the furnace doesn’t seem to be operating at it's highest efficiency, there could be other issues going on. Your ductwork could have possible problems with leaks or blockages. Your radiator (if you have one) could need bleeding to release trapped air.

3. Ductwork System - Since ductwork system is so extensive throughout homes, there are many places where blockages can occur from issues like rodents or insects (ew!). A ductwork blockage will generally require the service of an expert like South Nashville Heating and Cooling. We can diagnose and fix the issue at hand. Ductwork leaks, resulting in heat escaping from the ducts and not expelling where you want it, also requires expert service to repair.

4. Malfunctioning Thermostat - If you notice that the temperature of your home begins to have crazy extremes - high temperatures one minute and freezing temperatures the next, your thermostat may be malfunctioning. This could cause your furnace to misread the actual temperature of your home and run when it shouldn’t or fail to run when it should. Call South Nashville Heating and Cooling to come out and recalibrate your thermostat. If your thermostat can’t be repaired, you might consider replacing it with a programmable thermostat that will help you reduce your heating bills.

5. Pilot Lighting - To properly work, the pilot light of your furnace must be lit continuously. If you don’t see it lit, you will need to reignite it. If the pilot light is on, check to assess its strength. The pilot light flame should be strong and blue – not yellow and weak. A weak pilot light could be a dangerous situation, resulting in high levels of carbon monoxide in your home, which could be fatal. Call South Nashville Heating and Cooling immediately if you see indications of pilot light problems.

South Nashville Heating and Cooling are the experts in heating repair and installs and provide efficient service in the greater Nashville, Franklin and Brentwood area. Call us today for an estimate at 615-834-1636.

Winter Heating Tips

As the temperature drops here in Middle Tennessee (It's Fall Y'all!!!) it's time to turn off that air conditioner and turn on the heater! At South Nashville Heating and Cooling, we have some tips to make your winter warmer and more cost-effective!

Winter Heating Tips (provided by the Dept. of Environmental Protection):

• Do not let your heat escape! Make sure all of your doors and windows are shut tightly. Check for leaks, and replace old weather stripping or caulk.

• Use your window shades and drapes to maximize heating benefits. Keep shades closed at night to conserve heat. Open the shades during the day to let the light in.

• Add humidity. Humid air feels warmer than dry air. Increasing the humidity of your home also helps you resist winter colds and moisturizes dry skin. Ask us about Trane Humidifiers!

• Keep your furnace air filter clean. A dirty or clogged filter can make your furnace work harder, which costs you more money!

• Much of the heat escaping homes is lost through your attic. Be sure to close off any attic vents or fans during the winter and check to make sure your attic is well-insulated! Our technicians can help!

Here at South Nashville Heating and Cooling, we don't want you to be left out in the cold this winter! We are here for you from preventative maintenance to equipment replacement and everything in-between! 

Give us a call at 615-834-1636 to set up a free in-home consultation! We are conveniently located in Nashville at 501 Veritas St, Nashville, TN 37211. We service the entire Middle Tennessee area including Brentwood, Franklin, and beyond! 

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As always, we look forward to serving you and providing you with 100% customer satisfaction, GUARANTEED!