Plumbing & Heating FAQs
Why should I maintain my HVAC system?
Even if your heating and air conditioning system was built to go the distance, it has to be frequently maintained. A properly maintained system will last longer, have lower fuel bills and will have fewer breakdowns. At Interior Plumbing and Heating we know the importance of preventive maintenance and want to ensure that your heating and air conditioning systems are at their best performance.
How long does a typical gas furnace or air conditioner last?
The typical life span of a furnace or air conditioner is 15-20 years. Although with frequent maintenance, that life span can be prolonged.
Why should I replace my working furnace or air conditioner?
While your furnace or air conditioner may be in working order, if it is 15 years or older you will want to consider replacing it with a new high efficiency system. High efficiently systems have the potential to reduce energy bills by up to 50%.
What's the difference between a boiler and a furnace?
A boiler uses oil, gas or electricity to generate hot water or steam, which is then piped to a radiation systems. A furnace burns oil or gas to heat up air which is forced by a fan through a ducted system and is blown through registers throughout the home
Why is my furnace so noisy?
There are many reasons that could cause a furnace to become noisy including a worn fan belt, bearings in need of replacement or bearings in need of lubrication.
My allergies seem to bother me quite a bit at home. What can I do?
We want to be changing our air filters every 3-6 months, you might also consider having your ducts cleaned. Lennox also offers Healthy Climate® purification or filtration system can help combat sources of allergens in the home. Each system has been engineered to capture even the smallest of allergy-aggravating particles—before they’re recirculated through your air.
What is a heat pump?
A heat pump may look like an air conditioning unit, but in fact it provides even more functionality. In warm weather, a heat pump will act like an air conditioner by removing heated air from your home. In the cooler seasons, it will reverse and bring heated air into your home. Heat pumps are commonly hooked into a gas furnace, where the heat pump brings in heated air, and the furnace blows that heated air throughout your home.