SOLVING THE MYSTERY: HOW OLD IS MY FURNACE?

by susan.denisi | Nov 1, 2023 | Furnace, Age, Heating Unit, Maintenance, Manufacturer, Manufacturer's Label, Owner's Manual, Repair, Replacement, Warranty

Your furnace plays a crucial role in maintaining a warm and comfortable home, especially during colder months. However, like any appliance, furnaces have a limited lifespan. Whether you’re moving into a new home or your current furnace has been in use for...

WHAT IS THE COMPLETE HVAC WINTER EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS GUIDE?

by susan.denisi | Feb 1, 2023 | Emergency Plan, Backup Plan, Cold Weather, Efficiency, Fireplace, Furnace, Gas Meter, Generator, Heat Pump, Heating System, Insulate, Lighter, Outdoor, Portable Heater

Don’t get caught in the cold this winter! Heating systems break down, the power goes out, and roads get blocked due to inclement weather. This is why we stress the importance of winter HVAC preparedness. Staying prepared for any winter HVAC issues that might...

HOW DO I RELIGHT MY FURNACE’S PILOT LIGHT?

by susan.denisi | Jan 1, 2023 | Cool Air, Blown Out, Burner, Cincinnati, Five Star, Flame, Furnace, Gone Out, HVAC, Lighter, Ohio, Pilot, Pilot Light, Relight

If you find yourself with a suddenly extinguished pilot light, don’t worry – it’s a normal (though unwelcome) occurrence in the HVAC industry. So, if you’re stuck with a chilly house and a furnace that’s only blowing cool air, what can you do?...

WHAT ARE 7 INSIGHTFUL REASONS YOUR HVAC SYSTEM MAY ACT UP THIS WINTER?

by susan.denisi | Dec 1, 2022 | Air Filter, Carbon Monoxide, Cincinnati, Cycling, Emergency Services, Five Star, Frozen Pipes, Furnace, HVAC, Ohio, Pilot Light, Restricted Airflow, Thermostat, Winter

Along with the winter season, so has come the frigid weather Ohio is so famously known for. Donned in our coziest of clothing and wrapped in warm, fuzzy blankets, you may have found yourself turning up your heating system on the chilliest of days. Could you fathom...

What Is the History of the Modern Furnace?

by susan.denisi | Mar 11, 2022 | Blog, Cincinnati, Furnace, Heating, HVAC, OH, Ohio, Winter

Have you ever thought to stop and think about the convenience that the modern-day furnace provides? For most Americans, an HVAC system is a mandatory staple that we naturally experience. However, it wasn’t always this way. Heating a home was not as easy as just...

What To Do If Your Heat Goes Out This Winter?

by susan.denisi | Feb 18, 2022 | Blog, Cincinnati, Furnace, Heating, HVAC, Maintenance, OH, Ohio, Repair, Thermostat, Tip & Tricks, Winter

Five Star Heating & Cooling Cincinnati wants to help our customers prepare for all types of situations. Hopefully, by now, you’ve already had your furnace serviced for its seasonal tune-up & safety check. Having this done prevents possible furnace...