Furnaces Articles

When the temperatures drop in Port Orchard, nothing feels as comfy as turning up the heat and cozying up indoors.

Winter in Bainbridge Island is shaping up to be especially harsh this year. Can you imagine not having your furnace to help you make it through? You go to turn it on … and instead of rushing warm air through your ducts, it rattles, groans, and then just sits in sullen silence, clearly protesting another season of overworked servitude.

Furnace filters. They’re one of those items not really on the top of everyone’s minds, but they are important and can have a big impact.

With a few simple do-it-yourself steps and solid HVAC solutions, you can feel warm and breathe clean air all season.

Opt for an ENERG STAR® qualified furnace—these can be up to 15 percent more efficient than traditional furnaces, according to ENERGY STAR.

Just so you are aware, the worst-case scenario is a faulty furnace secondary heat exchanger, but it is only for high-efficiency furnaces.

Is your furnace blowing air without pause? If so, you’re probably feeling a bit concerned—and your Bremerton house most likely feels like an oven. On top of that, your utility bill will be considerably higher with your furnace constantly running.

What ’s at the top of your fall to-do list? Make sure it is your furnace.
Prepping your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system for winter in Washington not only enhances your safety and your furnace’s efficiency, it can help keep your repair budget in line during cold weather.

This issue happens more often than not with older furnaces, and it could be a sign you are ready to upgrade your Bremerton home’s heating and cooling system with a new model. At the 10-year mark, furnaces start to lose efficiency and begin breaking down more frequently.

The average furnace lasts between 10 and 15 years. But did you know you can take steps to make it last longer? There is no shortcut or hack to increase your furnace’s longevity.

If your furnace is producing a strange smell, you should always treat it with caution. While the cause for the odor may be benign, it could just as easily be harmful to inhale. When in doubt, always open windows to ensure ventilation, and evacuate your Bremerton home.

To find the perfect fit, schedule a preliminary visit with one of our Dana’s Heating & Cooling specialists.

Our team of experts understands how high energy bills can rise, especially during peak seasons where your heating and cooling expenses increase.

So, you’re thinking about upgrading your Washington heating and cooling system. Have you ever heard of dual fuel? 

At Dana’s Heating & Cooling, we take the safety of our customers in Washington seriously. That’s why we want you to know how to spot a cracked heat exchanger.

The age-old advice of always going with the most efficient furnace you can afford. Our technicians at Dana’s Heating & Cooling here in Port Orchard are experts at factoring all these components into the best recommendations for a new furnace for you.

It’s understandable that maintenance tasks often fall by the wayside. Many Bremerton homeowners follow the mantra of “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” Everyone is busy and many seemingly more important priorities tend to creep up every month to consume time and money. 

A furnace is a major investment for any Bremerton homeowner. Although it’s not something that will need to be done frequently, most people will face the decision of needing to purchase a new heating system sometime during home ownership.

With autumn weather on the horizon, now is the time to prepare your Bremerton furnace with fall maintenance before the drop in temperature. 

There are a few things to check in your home in the case that your furnace is blowing cold air, such as your thermostat settings, air filter, and your home’s ductwork. If you can’t figure out the issue, give us a call at 360-226-7369 and we will inspect your furnace.

Did you finally turn your furnace on this winter only to have cold air blowing out of your vents? Or did your furnace stop working just when you started to need it most? There are a few reasons your furnace may be blowing cold air, and there a few things to check before you need to worry too much. 

Our team at Dana’s Heating & Cooling could help you save big bucks on your monthly utility bill by performing a furnace replacement.

Maintaining your heating and cooling equipment ensures it’ll run smoothly the way it should when you need it. Investing your time and money in these seasonal maintenance tasks goes a long way to protect both your Washington home and your HVAC investment, including your wallet.