Ambient Comfort LLC Blog: Archive for the ‘Heating’ Category

The Importance of Furnace Tune-Ups

Monday, September 25th, 2023

Are any of our readers into cars? If so, then you probably don’t need a team of HVAC technicians to tell you how important an oil change or a tune-up is for your beloved vehicle. Maintenance and inspections are important aspects of owning machines that we depend on, and your heating technology is no different.

Furnaces are unlike other systems where an inspection focuses only on efficiency and power. Furnaces require an inspection during maintenance, since they’re actually performing combustion when other heating appliances are just using electricity. This is important because it can help you and your family rest easy knowing that your furnace isn’t leaking gas or carbon monoxide.

For today, let’s just talk about the importance of a furnace tune-up in Cape May County. Customers in Avalon, Ocean City, Sea Isle City, and practically everywhere else in our area will benefit from this kind of service in one way or another.

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Helpful Hints: Here’s One Big Air Duct Tip

Monday, February 27th, 2023

Air ducts are a necessary part of heating and cooling. For many homes in our area, they’re responsible for transporting heat from the furnace to the rest of the house. The reason why we say “many homes” and not “all homes” is because ductless mini split systems don’t need to use air ducts. They provide heat from an air handler that’s mounted on the wall or ceiling. But these systems are not as common as furnaces, so it’s more likely that you’ll see air ducts in a home.

Here’s a question: how do you know if your basement is too cold for your air ducts or furnace? Sometimes, things can get so cold that a furnace basically freezes up and requires furnace repair in Cumberland County. Even in Greenwich, Hainesport, and Evesham, we all know how cold some days can get, so how do you make sure that your furnace stays warm in the coldest section of your house? Keep reading to find out!

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3 Things to Know About Furnace Ducts

Monday, February 13th, 2023

Furnaces are “forced-air” heating systems, which means they heat the air in your home and force it through air ducts to reach the living spaces. This is different from a radiant heating system, which radiates heat from radiators, baseboard heaters, or lines running under floorboards. Forced-air heating systems are often more affordable and more common because of just how easy it is to heat the air in a home.

However, it’s important to remember if you’re a furnace owner in Greenwich, Hainesport, or Evesham, that forced-air heating relies on complex systems of air ducts in order to work properly. These involve ducts to transport air through the home, as well as a port exhaust duct system to transport fumes and other harmful contaminants out of your house so that you’re kept safe and secure.

So, let’s discuss how ducts might relate to furnace repair in Cumberland County, and three unique facts about your duct system.

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What Exactly Does a Wi-Fi Thermostat Do?

Monday, December 19th, 2022

You’ve heard us talk about smart and Wi-Fi thermostats a lot on this blog, mainly as an upgrade option. But you probably haven’t heard us mention some of the more abstract benefits from this kind of technology. It’s true that Wi-Fi thermostats are more convenient to operate, but sometimes convenience also comes hand-in-hand with better operation, efficiency, and more benefits that you can take advantage of. This blog post is going to focus on these three benefits for customers.

  • Convenient operation and faster updates.
  • Control from anywhere and everywhere.
  • A detailed look at your HVAC technology.

With an upgrade like this, we’re certain that you’ll be better off in the long run. Just make sure you contact a professional for a smart thermostat in Salem County, especially if you’ve got an old, analog thermostat that’s been in need of an upgrade for decades.

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What’s the Best Way to Heat My Home in New Jersey?

Monday, December 5th, 2022

When it comes to heating a home, there are various different methods that we use today. We’re not going to go into things like space heaters or wood fireplaces because, well let’s face it, they’re not that efficient and they don’t do a good enough job heating an entire home. Customers come to us for whole-house solutions that can keep a whole house warm and cozy all winter long in Cherry Hill, Tavistock, and Voorhees.

There are two main categories for heating. There’s forced-air heaters that use gas or electricity to heat the air of your home and push it through air ducts, and then there’s radiant heating, which uses water or electricity to radiate heat through floorboards, walls, and radiators. Each has its own set of perks and benefits, but be sure to call us for your forced-air or radiant heating services in Camden County.

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The Three Best Benefits of Radiant Heating

Monday, November 21st, 2022

The term radiance just sounds nice, doesn’t it? There are things that radiate joy, light, hope, and the term just tends to make us feel all warm and fuzzy inside. This isn’t a coincidence, the term “radiance” is also an old term in the HVAC industry for a specific type of heat that does almost the same thing!

Radiant heaters are a type of heating system that encompasses common units like boilers and electrical radiant heating systems. These types of heaters are very different from forced-air heaters like furnaces and heat pumps, specifically because they radiate through objects and people, causing ambient heat to warm you up instead of the air around you.

If you thought these heating systems were out of style, guess again! There are some excellent reasons to invest in radiant heating in Gloucester County, and we’re going to go over them today. Just be sure to call our team for support in Wenonah, Glassboro, and Swedesboro as well!

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What Type of Furnace Is Right for Me?

Monday, October 10th, 2022

For many homeowners, when they think of a furnace system, they imagine the gas-burning one that’s become so iconic. Don’t get us wrong, natural gas-fueled furnaces are some of the most efficient and powerful models on the market, and our team specializes in the installation, replacement, and repair of these units. Gas furnaces are iconic because they work, and they’re still available for customers who need them. But for the sake of this blog post, they’re not the only type of furnace available!

Homeowners often have the choice between a gas furnace and an electric furnace, each with a different cost and operation. We think it’s important that customers get informed on the different types of furnace installations in Burlington County before making a decision, so we’d like to help you on your journey.

Let’s talk about the two main types of furnaces in Hainesport, Medford, and Tabernacle, and hopefully, point you in the right direction.

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Ambient’s Heating Maintenance Checklist

Monday, September 26th, 2022

While winter isn’t here yet, it’s definitely on its way! Fall serves as a transitionary period between summer and winter. As the leaves change, the temperature drops, and holidays get in full swing, it’s up to us to make sure that our homes are warm and cozy. Are you nervous about the functionality of your heating system, since it’s been a few months since you turned it on? Then don’t worry, this blog post is for you.

When we talk about heating maintenance in Salem County, we’re usually talking about the service that we provide. Scheduling a maintenance appointment is a vital job that you should do if you’re looking to keep your heating system in good shape. However, there are other things that customers in Pilesgrove, Pittsgrove, and Woodstown can do to ensure that their heating system works properly for the months ahead.

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The Risks of DIY Heater Repair

Monday, February 28th, 2022

We want homeowners to be excited about their heating systems, especially when they’ve got a professional team like ours on hand to fix them. This is important because of how bad it can be when homeowners try to do repairs themselves. DIY projects are fun and can be a great way to save money, when it’s just building a garden outdoors or painting a wall in your home, but your HVAC system is a much different thing.

Unfortunately, there’s a lot that can go wrong when you try to perform DIY heating repair in Salem County. We’ve got nightmare stories from Pittsgrove, Pilesgrove, and Woodstown about homeowners disrupting their warranties, bumping or misaligning components, or actually causing the need for a full replacement. Let’s briefly talk about what can go wrong with DIY repairs and then focus on the benefits of a professional fix.

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How Can I Save Money on My Heating Bill?

Monday, February 14th, 2022

It’s no surprise that heating maintenance in Camden County is one of our most helpful tips for homeowners that want to save money on their monthly heating bills. Maintenance helps reduce utility bills, repair costs, and it even extends the lifespan of your heating system. But the question we’re going to address today is whether or not there’s more that can be done for your heating system.

The truth is that there is! From changing your air filter regularly to investing in a new thermostat, the efficiency of your home can benefit from a number of different upgrades. We provide helpful support to all homeowners that need us in Cherry Hill, Tavistock, and Voorhees, so we promise that you’ll be able to leave this blog post with a helpful bit of information and some next steps to follow.

Let’s save you money on your heating bill!

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