Furnace Articles

How Does My Gas Furnace Work?

January 17, 2024
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On a frosty winter’s day here in Texas, your gas furnace is hard at work, keeping your Marble Falls home warm and cozy. Feeling grateful? You’re not alone—it’s one of the most popular forms of heating, as American as apple pie. In 1919, New Jersey inventor Alice H. Parker filed a patent for the first gas-fueled…

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What Are Signs I Need a New Furnace?

November 7, 2022
Image of someone working on a furnace. What are signs I need a new Furnace?

A furnace is a major investment for any Marble Falls 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?

December 20, 2021
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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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What Is Short Cycling?

February 15, 2021

Our team at All About Air 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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How Can I Save Money on My Heating Bill This Winter?

December 28, 2020
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Is your energy bill too high in the winter? Are you looking for ways to cut costs? There are a number of simple things you can do at home to save money. Some of them are bigger projects, but most are simple things you can do in your day-to-day life to help reduce your heat cost this winter.

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Is There More Than One Type of Furnace?

January 17, 2019

Your heating requirements, duct work and insulation, the size of your home and number of floors, and your budget determine the type of furnace you should get.

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