Furnace Articles

Why Won’t My Furnace Stop Running?

February 16, 2024
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Is your furnace blowing air without pause? If so, you’re probably feeling a bit concerned. First, your Odenton house most likely feels like an oven. On top of that, your utility bill will be considerably higher with your furnace constantly running. Believe it or not, this is a fairly common problem our professionals at JJ Heating & Cooling Company see frequently, so you don’t need to worry.

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Why Is My Furnace Leaking Water?

October 16, 2023
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You just discovered there is a puddle of water on the floor in front of your furnace. What does this mean? Why would your furnace be leaking water? 

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What Are Signs I Need a New Furnace?

November 7, 2022
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A furnace is a major investment for any Odenton 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.

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What Does AFUE Mean?

February 8, 2022
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While an air conditioner’s efficiency is measured by its SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) rating, an electric or gas- or oil-fired furnace’s efficiency is measured by its AFUE, or average fuel utilization efficiency.

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7 Furnace Maintenance Tips

December 13, 2021
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The last thing you want to worry about when the weather takes a turn toward winter is a broken furnace. Our team at JJ Heating & Cooling Company wants to help you be prepared by providing the following furnace maintenance tips.

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What Is Short Cycling?

November 10, 2021
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Our team at JJ Heating & Cooling Company wants you to understand the concept of short cycling, why it can be harmful and costly, what causes the problem, and what you can do about it.

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