Robbins Heating & Air Conditioning Blog : Archive for the ‘Heating’ Category

This Deadly Gas Could Be in Your Home: What You Can Do

Monday, October 10th, 2016

Carbon monoxide is something that’s gotten more and more attention over the years. Carbon monoxide, or CO, has claimed too many lives over the years, which is why local governments and state authorities have started to regulate homes and businesses by requiring carbon monoxide detectors.

However, older homes and those who have owned their homes for many years may still not have any carbon monoxide detectors, and could remain unprotected in a couple of different ways. Here’s what you can do to keep your home safe.

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How Do You Know Your Heater Is Operating Safely?

Monday, October 3rd, 2016

Do you feel confident that your heating system is operating safely? Unfortunately, it’s hard to tell. Simply by looking at your heating system, you probably won’t know (with an untrained eye) whether or not you’re at risk for a carbon monoxide leak, a gas leak, or a home fire. So how will you know if your heater is unsafe?

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Why You Should Upgrade an Older Heater Today

Monday, September 26th, 2016

Are you still running a heater that was installed in your house decades ago? It’s time to think about an upgrade. Upgrading your decades-old heating system will almost certainly result in a significant increase in performance. And now is the perfect time to do so!

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Improve Winter Efficiency and Get Money Back

Monday, September 19th, 2016

If your heater is due for a replacement, you may dread the cost of a new system. However, replacing your heating system with a more efficient model may allow you to take advantage of special offers like utility rebates and federal tax credits. Besides, you’ll save some money each and every month with a high-efficiency heater.

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Carbon Monoxide Safety: Take Action Today

Monday, September 12th, 2016

Most homes in the U.S. are equipped with smoke detectors, so that people can vacate the home quickly in case of a fire, or they may be alerted in time to use a fire extinguisher and get the problem under control. Smoke detectors have been regulated for a long time, and they save lives each and every year.

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Schedule Heater Maintenance for Peace of Mind

Monday, August 29th, 2016

You don’t really know how well your heater will fare this upcoming winter. Unless you plan to avoid using it altogether (which seems unthinkable in our climate), you cannot be certain your home will be safe. Unfortunately, it is possible that your heater will run into issues that keep it from performing the way it was designed. And, while rare, gas leaks and carbon monoxide leaks are possible.

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Prepare for Colder Weather: Install Your Heater Today!

Wednesday, August 24th, 2016

If you’re waiting on a new heating system, it’s not worth it. You might be hoping to delay your heater installation to save a little bit of money going into the season. Overall, however, this probably won’t be the case.

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Replace Your Heater This Summer

Sunday, July 24th, 2016

Your heating system has finally bitten the dust, and you know you need a replacement to get you through the winter. But you’re hoping to wait a little bit longer before you actually make the decision. It’s still hot, after all, and it will be a while before you really need to use your heater again.

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Schedule Heating Replacement before the End of the Season

Monday, March 28th, 2016

We often encourage people to replace their heating systems before they actually break down for good. But this suggestion is met with some skepticism. Homeowners wonder, “Why would I spend the money to get a new system if my older one is already working?” We understand that you don’t want to spend money unnecessarily. But if you have an older heating system that doesn’t keep you warm very effectively, you’re probably already paying more than you should.

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Carbon Monoxide and Heating: Take Preventive Measures

Monday, March 14th, 2016

Carbon monoxide is an extremely dangerous substance that you want to keep out of your home at all costs. And while it is produced by your heating system, there are measures in place to keep it away from your living space. Unfortunately, carbon monoxide leaks do happen, but there are simple steps you can take to protect your family.

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