Blog - Heating Topics

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Our 10 Most Popular Topics Of The Year Our 10 Most Popular Topics Of The Year

Monday, May 15, 2023
We are saying goodbye to one year and saying hello to another! Our team works hard all year long to provide our customers and readers with resourceful blogs. We enjoy finding topics that will help our customer's...

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inflation reduction act HVAC Inflation Reduction Act For Heating & Cooling Upgrades

Friday, May 12, 2023
What is the Inflation Reduction Act? You may be familiar with several steps the automotive industry is taking to make advancements in electric vehicle innovation. What you may not know is that there is also a push to...

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Buckeyes Giveaway Winner 2023 Big Furnace Giveaway For Buckeyes Fans Winner Announcement

Friday, March 31, 2023
The Logan A/C & Heat Services team is a proud HVAC sponsor of Ohio State Athletics. We were so excited to make some more Buckeyes fans comfy with a brand new Trane furnace for their home. We received hundreds of...

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HVAC intelliheat coil New HVAC Technology: Intelli-HEAT Coil

Thursday, February 23, 2023
There are several actions the United States is taking to reduce its carbon footprint and reliance on fossil fuels. The home improvement industry is taking great strides with innovation in products that aid in the...

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furnace filter Side Effects Of A Dirty Furnace Filter

Tuesday, February 21, 2023
Checking your furnace filter should be a monthly routine for every home owner, however, it can often be overlooked. If it's been a while since you've thought about your HVAC filter, learn more about our filter store...

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What To Expect From Our HVAC Installation Process What To Expect From Our HVAC Installation Process

Thursday, February 2, 2023
You have called our sales coordination team to schedule your free in-home estimate, and our Comfort Consultant came out to give you your quote. After considering your options, you have decided Logan Services is the...

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3 Reasons To Visit A Home Show For HVAC Projects 3 Reasons To Visit A Home Show For HVAC Projects

Friday, January 20, 2023
We are coming upon home show season. If you have home improvement projects on your 2023 goal list, then the home show is a great event to attend for any projects you are looking to complete in your home. Even...

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What Causes An HVAC Control Board Fail? What Causes An HVAC Control Board To Fail?

Thursday, January 12, 2023
Your heating and cooling systems are composed of many parts that are necessary to be in good working condition to ensure your system is operating correctly. One of those main parts is the control board, sometimes called...

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Furnace Installation Process From Start to Finish Furnace Installation Process From Start to Finish

Tuesday, January 10, 2023
Whether you’re being proactive or you have a broken furnace, it’s important to choose a reputable HVAC company to install your new furnace. Unlike other appliances, such as a new refrigerator or oven, your furnace...

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Cost of Removing and Replacing a Heat Pump Cost of Removing and Replacing a Heat Pump

Tuesday, January 10, 2023
Has your heat pump reached retirement age or broken down on you beyond repair? If you are budgeting for HVAC removal and replacement, read on to learn more about how costs are impacted and what it could mean for your...

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HVAC Changes Coming In 2023 HVAC Changes Coming in 2023

Thursday, December 29, 2022
A new year always brings change, and the HVAC industry is no exception to that rule. Whether you have a resolution to improve the comfort of your home, increase your home's energy efficiency, or plan to live hassle/...

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Single-Stage or Two-Stage Furnace: Which Is Right For You? Single-Stage or Two-Stage Furnace: Which Is Right For You?

Thursday, December 29, 2022
h2{font-size:2em; text-align:left;} If you are leaning toward furnace replacement soon, it’s important to know that different units offer varying degrees of efficiency. While gathering free estimates, consider the...

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The 3 Types of Home Heat Pumps and How They Work The 3 Types of Home Heat Pumps and How They Work

Thursday, December 29, 2022
h2{font-size:2em; text-align:left; margin-top: -20px;} A heat pump is a general term to describe a home heating system that can both heat and cool your home. There are various types and efficiency levels, but to take a...

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Should You Replace Your Standard Furnace with a New High-Efficiency Unit? Should You Replace Your Standard Furnace with a New High-Efficiency Unit?

Thursday, December 29, 2022
h2{font-size:2em; text-align:left;} When it’s time to upgrade your furnace, you may be surprised to learn that you have a lot of choices to pick from when it comes to HVAC brands, high efficiency furnace technology, and...

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Heat Pump Vs. Furnace: What’s the Difference? Heat Pump Vs. Furnace: What’s the Difference?

Thursday, December 29, 2022
h2{font-size:2em; text-align:left; margin-top:-15px;} There are several ways to generate heat for your home in Ohio, and much of it has to do with the availability of energy resources and energy efficiency. Let’s take a...

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What Do 80% and 95% Efficiency Mean? What Do 80% and 95% Efficiency Mean?

Thursday, December 29, 2022
h2{font-size:2em; text-align:left;} When it’s time to purchase a new furnace, whether fueled by natural gas or propane, one of the most important decisions you will make is choosing the energy efficiency level of the...

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What Is HVAC Load Calculation?

Thursday, December 8, 2022
At Logan Services our main priority is ensuring our customers are comfortable in their homes. This means finding the perfect HVAC system for your home, starting with determining the right sized equipment. To choose the...

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Top 5 Common Furnace Problems & How They Cause A Breakdown Top 5 Common Furnace Problems & How They Cause A Breakdown

Thursday, December 1, 2022
During these cold months, your furnace is working hard to adequately heat your home and keep your family comfortable. When your furnace stops working, and you feel less comfortable during those chilly nights, it can be...

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The Importance Of Furnace Efficiency The Importance Of Furnace Efficiency

Monday, November 14, 2022
Colder weather has arrived in the Ohio region and that means you are ready for your furnace to work in full force to keep your home comfortable this season. After the surge of high utility prices in the summer, furnace...

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What Causes A Pilot Light To Go Out What Causes A Pilot Light To Go Out?

Thursday, November 10, 2022
While most modern gas furnaces are lit with an electronic ignition, if you have an older furnace, there’s a good chance that you have a standing pilot flame that starts your heating system. The purpose of a standing...

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6 Ways To Prepare Your Home For A Comfortable Fall 6 Ways To Prepare Your Home For A Comfortable Fall

Friday, November 4, 2022
The fall season is known for many things: colorful foliage, falling leaves, Daylight Savings Time, and colder temperatures. As the dropping temperatures start coming into our area, now is a great time to prepare for...

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4 Tips To Transition Into Heating Season 4 Tips To Transition Into Heating Season

Thursday, September 22, 2022
The colder temperatures will be starting to set in soon as the seasons continue to change. If you haven’t already begun thinking about your heating needs for the fall, now is time to get started. Don't wait until it's...

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Best Matched HVAC Systems: Our Expert Recommendation Best Matched HVAC Systems: Our Expert Recommendation

Friday, September 16, 2022
Here at Logan Services, we take pride in offering you the best HVAC equipment combinations available for your home and your comfort needs. When it comes to Dayton, Columbus, and Cincinnati heating and cooling...

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Tips On Teaching Your Kids About Your HVAC System Tips On Teaching Your Kids About Your HVAC System

Monday, June 13, 2022
School is out, and it's time for summer vacation, but no matter what your age, the learning should never stop. To encourage summer learning and helping with chores around the house, we have some tips when it comes to...

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HVAC WAREHOUSE: How Logan Services Utilizes Stocked Inventory HVAC WAREHOUSE: How Logan Services Utilizes Stocked Inventory

Thursday, May 26, 2022
The heat is on, and that means you need a reliable air conditioner that works and cools down your home. When your A/C breaks down or just stops working during the hottest day of the year, you will be looking for a quick...

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The Importance of AC and Furnace Blower Motor Maintenance The Importance of AC and Furnace Blower Motor Maintenance

Thursday, April 28, 2022
DID YOU KNOW: There are many HVAC system components utilized by both your furnace AND air conditioner. You may think of your heating and cooling equipment as seperate systems, but they function with many of the same...

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How To Transition From Heating To Cooling Season How To Transition From Heating To Cooling Season

Tuesday, April 19, 2022
While the colder weather continues to come and go through this stretch of spring, homeowners may be getting anxious to turn off the heat and get their air conditioners ready for warmer weather.  As we are wrapping...

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Things To Consider For Your Furnace Room When Finishing Your Basement Things To Consider For Your Furnace Room When Finishing Your Basement

Thursday, March 31, 2022
With spring in full force, you may have a list of home projects to get done. One of those projects may include finishing your basement. Did you know that there are tips to consider when it comes to constructing your...

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How To Maintain A Furnace Flame Sensor How To Maintain A Furnace Flame Sensor

Monday, March 14, 2022
The inner workings of your furnace are intricate, and each piece works together to make sure that the furnace is working to make your home comfortable. However, if the furnace and its components aren't maintained...

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What Is A Gas Furnace Burner And How Are They Maintained? What Is A Gas Furnace Burner And How Are They Maintained?

Thursday, February 17, 2022
Your furnace is like a puzzle; it has a lot of different pieces and components that work together to make sure your home is comfortable and warm. It's essential to have your furnace maintained each year to ensure that...

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DIY Tips: Keep Your Family Safe and Warm This Heating Season DIY Tips: Keep Your Family Safe and Warm This Heating Season

Wednesday, December 22, 2021
The holidays are here, and chances are you are preparing to have family and friends enter your home to celebrate with you. You might be focused on cleaning your whole house, but what about keeping your home comfortable...

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What Size Furnace Do I Need? What Size Furnace Do I Need?

Thursday, September 30, 2021
Proper furnace sizing is an essential factor when making sure your home heating system is capable of keeping you comfortable during the cold Ohio months.  You may wonder what size has to do with the operations of...

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Reasons To Get A Professional Tune-Up Reasons To Get A Professional Tune-Up

Thursday, July 15, 2021
Imagine walking inside your home only to find that your furnace or your air conditioner isn't working correctly. When this happens, it's time to make the call for help, either by scheduling a service call or a...

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Thermostat Wars: How To Achieve Comfortable Temperatures In Your Home Thermostat Wars: How To Achieve Comfortable Temperatures In Your Home

Monday, February 22, 2021
We all know that the "Thermostat Wars" can be a real struggle in the home. Everyone in the house has a different temperature that they are comfortable with, especially during the  winter months. Homeowners often...

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Customer Experience With Variable Speed HVAC For 2-Story Home Customer Experience With Variable Speed HVAC For 2-Story Home

Monday, February 1, 2021
Whether it's winter or summer, it's not uncommon for your home to experience uneven temperatures between the upstairs and downstairs areas. The varying temperature could stem from many different reasons, including...

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What You Risk Skipping HVAC System Maintenance What You Risk Skipping HVAC System Maintenance

Friday, December 11, 2020
Maintenance is an essential part of taking care of your HVAC system; when you perform maintenance on your heating and cooling system, you are doing your part to help ensure that your home heating and cooling system will...

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Fall Cleaning & Maintenance For Your Home HVAC System Fall Cleaning & Maintenance For Your Home HVAC System

Friday, November 6, 2020
You've heard of spring-cleaning, but equally important is the cleaning and maintenance tasks that can be performed at your home in the fall. To further explain the home heating side of that, our Logan Services expert,...

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Truth Or Scare: How To Take Care Of Your HVAC System During The Cold Months Truth Or Scare: How To Take Care Of Your HVAC System During The Cold Months

Friday, October 23, 2020
There are many things to know and keep track of with your heating and cooling system during the colder months. Sometimes, not knowing how to best care for your home's furnace and comfort can lead to service costs and...

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How Critters Can Disrupt Your HVAC System When Animals Attack: How Critters Can Disrupt Your HVAC System

Thursday, October 22, 2020
We've all seen it before: animals in the wild attack their prey, each other, and even people, but did you know that your home HVAC system is also a possible victim to an animal "attack"? As we go into colder...

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How To Keep Your Home Comfortable, Healthy, and Safe With HVAC How To Keep Your Home Comfortable, Healthy, and Safe With HVAC

Thursday, October 1, 2020
With cooler temperatures coming to the Ohio region and more time being spent inside the home, we want to make sure you are staying comfortable, healthy, and safe. Because a heating and cooling system is a huge part of...

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VIDEO: How Hard Is It To Stop A Trane? VIDEO: How Hard Is It To Stop A Trane?

Monday, April 13, 2020
You’ve most likely heard the Trane tagline:  It’s hard to stop a Trane. As Ohio’s #1 volume, residential Trane dealer, we don’t take the meaning behind that tagline lightly. Each day we strive to offer our...

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The Benefits of Mitsubishi Electric Ductless Systems VIDEO: The Benefits of Mitsubishi Electric Ductless Systems

Thursday, March 5, 2020
Today we were able to catch one of our field managers, Bret, at a job where a Mitsubishi Electric ductless system was being installed. Ductless systems provide many benefits for homes without ductwork; they...

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Benefits Of Staged Heating & Cooling Equipment In Your Home VIDEO: Benefits Of Staged Heating & Cooling Equipment In Your Home

Monday, February 17, 2020
Logan Services was recently featured on WBNS-10TV in Columbus to discuss staged HVAC equipment and the benefits a variable speed heating and cooling system can have for your home. Jeff, one of our comfort consultants,...

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Evaluating Your Heating Needs When You Have An Old Furnace Evaluating Your Heating Needs When You Have An Old Furnace

Wednesday, November 6, 2019
Is it time to really start to think about the condition of your home heating system? When you have an old furnace (15+ years), you should have a good understanding of your options for furnace repair, replacement, or...

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Earning Utility Rebates When Replacing Your HVAC System Earning Utility Rebates When Replacing Your HVAC System

Monday, November 4, 2019
If you have been putting off replacing your home heating and cooling system for a while, now may be the perfect time to check that project off your list. As we near the holidays, you are likely convinced that you should...

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What To Check After A Power Outage What To Check After A Power Outage

Wednesday, May 29, 2019
With the aftermath of the tornadoes that swept through the Miami Valley, we met with one of our senior service technicians to ask him what you should do if your air conditioner is not working once power is restored...

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What To Expect When You Replace Your HVAC System VIDEO: What To Expect When You Replace Your HVAC System

Thursday, January 24, 2019
DID YOU KNOW? Most homeowners will only replace their heating and cooling system 1-2 times in their life. That being said, the process of HVAC replacement is often unfamiliar, and can be an intimidating project if you...

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How To Prepare Your Furnace For Spring

Wednesday, February 24, 2016
While the colder weather continues to come and go through this last stretch of winter, homeowners may be getting anxious to turn off the heat and open up the windows for spring. Before that happens, make sure you give...

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3 Things To Consider With Furnace Replacement

Friday, February 5, 2016
Furnace replacement can be a very daunting task for a homeowner, especially if you don't have the slightest idea of what you are looking for. Here at Logan Services, we make HVAC replacement a smooth, easy process for...

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