Oil & Gas Heating Furnaces

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6 Blinks and Other Furnace Error Codes

They might require action to prevent damage.

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Boiler vs Water Heater

Many homeowners mistakenly assume both a boiler and water heater perform the same function.

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Annual Furnace Tune-up and Maintenance

Winter is always just over the horizon, so tune-up your furnace and watch your heating bills go down.

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Oil Furnace Repair: Furnace Humidifier Troubleshooting

Keep the moisture flowing DIY style.

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Heating Systems Q and A #1

Your fellow DIYers have advice in response to HVAC concerns.

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Adjusting Furnace Fan Speed

If you know what you are doing, it is very simple to adjust the speed of your furnace fan.

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How to Change a Forced-Air Furnace Filter

Lower your energy costs and protect your health.

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Heating Systems Q&A

Common heating questions answered.

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How to Fix a Stuck Gas Furnace Pressure Switch

A pressure switch is important for heating safety.

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Choosing the Correct Type of Oil Furnace Fuel

Today, there are more options than ever.

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Leaking Boiler Repair and Maintenance

The drip drip drip can cost you over time.

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Carrier Furnace Error Code 33 at Reset

It's probably an airflow issue.

Carrier Furnace Code 13 and Sometimes 33

Narrow down the potential problems.

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How to Clean a Natural Gas Boiler

Cleaning your natural gas boiler is necessary on occasion.

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Lighting Gas Wall Heater Safely

Sometimes it requires a bit more than flipping the on switch

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Steam Boiler Efficiency

How well does your system work and could it be better?

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How to Clean the Oil Furnace Motor Sensor for Maintenance

It helps keeps everything running smoothly.

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What to Think About When Buying an Oil Furnace Nozzle

The oil furnace nozzle is one of the key components in your oil furnace.

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Pros and Cons of a Wood Furnace Blower

Should you deliver budget heat or more labor?

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Tips for Properly Wiring Your Furnace Blower

Wire your furnace blower without any professional help.

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Avoid Oil Furnace Repair: Oil Furnace Maintenance Tips

Oil furnace repair can be minimized with proper maintenance.

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Oil Furnace Repair: Troubleshooting Common Problems

Some oil furnace repairs can be done by a DIY homeowner.

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How to Replace Your Wall Furnace

You'll replace it every few years.

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Replacing a Furnace Blower Motor

Replacing a furnace blower motor is a DIY project.

An inside look at the back of a gas furnace.
Eleven Tips for Adjusting a Furnace Gas Valve

A detailed look at the task at hand.

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How to Shut off a Gas Line

When patching a gas leak, shut down the system.

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How to Clean a Furnace's Combustion Chamber

Follow these steps to clean your furnace's combustion chamber.

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Tips for Lubricating a Furnace Blower Motor

Take this advice on lubricating your furnace blower motor to make sure it operates correctly.

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Oil Furnace Parts: How to Replace an Oil Furnace Nozzle

Oil furnaces are used as a heating source for warm air and hot water in many parts of world.

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How to Clean an Oil Furnace Pump Strainer

An oil furnace pump uses oil as fuel to light the burner to produce heat.

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How to Replace a Mobile Home Oil Furnace

If your mobile home oil furnace requires replacement, you will find you need a compatible blower.

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Troubleshooting a Noisy Forced Air Furnace

The forced air furnace system is the standard in home heating.

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5 Common Problems for a Forced Air Furnace

A forced air furnace is a common design for heating many homes.

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6 Advantages of Using a Forced Air Gas Furnace

A forced air gas furnace operates on propane or natural gas.

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How to Test a Gas Furnace Thermocouple

The gas furnace thermocouple is an essential part of the gas boiler.

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Cleaning Your Wall Furnace

Learning how to clean a wall furnace can keep it working.

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How Does a Furnace Blower Work?

This is a short guide for you to understand just how important the function of your furnace blower is.

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Tips For Increasing Furnace Blower Motor Speed

Many furnace blower motors are designed for a fixed speed during a heating operation.

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Gas vs Electric Furnace: Pros and Cons

The electric furnace is a popular heating facility in many homes.

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How to Tighten a Furnace Fan Belt

A furnace fan needs some maintenance work done every few months to keep it running smoothly.

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What to Do with a Cracked Boiler Sight Glass

The traditional boiler will often feature something called a sight glass.