Furnace Articles

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. 

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

Wintertime is here. That means your family will be spending more time indoors to stay warm.

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? 

At Foss 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.

Is your furnace blowing air without pause? If so, you’re probably feeling a bit concerned. First, your Burlington 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 Foss Heating & Cooling see frequently, so you don’t need to worry.

Your furnace plays the key role in keeping you warm in your Anacortes home, but even with routine maintenance, it does not last forever.

While you read on and learn more about a key component of your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system, please keep in mind our highly trained Foss Heating & Cooling HVAC professionals are here to explain things in more depth and lend a hand with any furnace issue that arises.

Tackling this important chore is easier than raking leaves or cleaning gutters when you call the heating and cooling experts at Foss Heating & Cooling. 

Is my furnace breaking down? or Is this going to be expensive to repair? Fortunately, there is no need for panic. 

Our experienced team are always on hand to answer any filter questions you may have as well as to replace or clean your air filter for you.

A furnace is a major investment for any Burlington 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.

Your furnace filter is the unsung hero of your furnace. It quietly does its job without any fuss and allows the rest of the furnace to do its job. It’s not a complicated item, but there are some basics we at Foss Heating and Cooling think you should know to help it do its job.…

It’s understandable that maintenance tasks often fall by the wayside. Many Sedro Woolley 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. However, the last thing you want to worry about when…

Once the cooler weather hits here in Mount Vernon this fall, you are going to want the inside of your home toasty and comfortable. This means turning on your furnace. Long before the first night you’ll want to use it, you should have your furnace cleaned and checked by a professional from Foss Heating and…

There are few simple things to take into consideration when thinking about replacing your heating unit. How Old Is Your Furnace? The average life expectancy of a furnace is 15 to 20 years. The closer your furnace gets to this age range, the more attention you should pay to the warning signs. Start shopping for…

Did you finally turn your furnace on this winter only to have cold air blowing out of your vents? Did your furnace stop working just when you started to need it most? There are a few reason that your furnace may be blowing cold air and there a few things to check before you need…