Fall Furnace Tune-Up: Get Your Heating System Ready for Cold Weather

September 22, 2025

As the crisp fall air settles in, it’s a good reminder to start preparing your home for the colder months ahead. One of the most important steps you can take is scheduling a furnace tune-up. A well-maintained heating system helps keep your home comfortable and reliable all season long. Why a Furnace Tune-Up Matters Your furnace works hard during the coldest months of the year. A seasonal furnace tune-up gives our technicians the chance to check key components, clean the system, and make small adjustments that improve performance. Without routine maintenance, your furnace is

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Winter Heating Tips: How to Keep Your Home Cozy and Efficient

January 7, 2025

As temperatures drop in Idaho, keeping your home warm and comfortable is a matter of both comfort and safety. However, a cozy home doesn’t have to mean high energy bills. By making a few simple adjustments, you can improve your home’s heating efficiency while staying warm throughout the winter. Seal Drafts and Insulate One of the easiest ways to keep warm air inside is by sealing drafts around windows and doors. Use weatherstripping or caulking to close gaps where cold air might seep in. Additionally, ensure your home has adequate insulation, especially in attics and crawl

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Top 3 Reasons for Furnace Blower Malfunction

October 17, 2023

The blower in a furnace draws in chilly air through its return ducts. It then sends the air through the heat exchanger to warm it up and distribute it throughout your home via the supply ducts in each room. However, several issues might cause a blower to stop functioning, like blocked airflow, lubrication issues or a broken belt. Having a qualified technician inspect and fix a broken blower is crucial to keeping your home comfortable all year. Request service 1. Blocked Airflow If air cannot freely circulate through your home’s air ducts, the

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Are Two-Stage Furnaces Better Than Single-Stage Units?

November 18, 2022

When buying a new furnace, you have various options to choose from that will impact how much the new unit costs, how effectively it heats and how much energy it uses. Of course, the size and energy efficiency are important considerations, but you will always need to decide if you’d prefer a single-stage or two-stage unit. Here is a quick guide to two-stage furnaces and how they work to help you make a more informed decision on which unit is better for your home. How a Two-Stage Furnace Works Single-stage furnaces always run at 100%

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Waste Oil for Furnaces – Yes or No?

October 19, 2022

Homeowners here in Idaho Falls, like everywhere else, are always looking for ways to cut their heating bills. That leads many homeowners with oil-powered furnaces to wonder if there are any cheaper fuel alternatives they can use. The one that the team here at Conan Heating & Air Conditioning gets the most questions about is old waste oil. Here’s the lowdown on whether you can use old waste oil to power your home’s furnace. Not All Oils Are Equal When most people think about oil, they think of a black, viscous substance or a thinner mixture like you’d use in

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Does It Matter Where I Place My Thermostat?

April 14, 2022

The thermostat in your home controls how your residence is heated and cooled. If it’s put in the wrong place, your home won’t be comfortable, and the inefficiency can cost you money on your energy bills. Follow these tips to ensure you put it in the right place. Windows Keep your thermostat away from windows. While fresh air is nice in the summer, warm air blowing on the thermostat will turn on your air conditioner even when the rest of your home is comfortable. Doors You should also keep your thermostat away

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Is It Okay to Buy a Used Furnace?

March 15, 2022

It’s important to make sure that a used furnace is in good condition. Speak to the person selling the used furnace and figure out why it’s being sold. Also ask: What type of fuel does it use? How old is it? Has it been regularly maintained? Is it still under warranty and can the warranty be transferred? Unfortunately, the reality is that many furnaces have been working hard for a very long time. That’s why we don’t generally recommend that our customers get used furnaces. If you do get

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Learn How to Choose the Best Furnace Filter Available

February 15, 2022

The filter is an important part of any furnace. It protects you and your family’s health and helps you breathe easier while allowing you to be comfortable within your home. Once you start searching for replacement filters, you will find that there are several different types and sizes available. This can seem overwhelming unless you know what to look for. Choosing the Right Filter The filter works as a barrier between the furnace burner and the dusty air. It also protects you from breathing contaminated air. It is important to choose the right filter

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Guide to Buying a Furnace

January 10, 2022

As furnaces usually last about 15 to 20 years, you’ll at some point need to buy a new one for your home. They’re a big investment, so you want one that’s energy-efficient and reliable. There are several things to consider when buying one. High Efficiency Look for the most energy-efficient furnace you can afford. New high-efficiency furnaces can save you up to 45% on your energy bills compared to older furnaces. Not only do they save you money over the long term, but they also operate more quietly and keep your home more comfortable.

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Possible Reasons for a Burning Smell When You Turn on the Heater

December 20, 2021

It’s about that time of year again — time to turn on your furnace for the first time. But what’s that smell? Often, during that first fire-up, you’ll notice a burning scent or other unpleasant odor. Typically, the cause is simple, and there’s nothing to worry about. Sometimes, though, you’ll want to call in a heating professional to be sure. Here are some reasons for the burning smell when you turn on the heater. It’s Just Dust on the Furnace How often do you dust the outside surface of your heater? If you’re

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