An Overview of Furnace and Heating Systems

At Southern Comfort Mechanical, we understand that staying warm and comfortable is essential in our day-to-day lives, and we expect it to work without a second thought. We appreciate what it means to not have heating in our homes or offices. It wasn’t easy to function and get things done during the ice storm and […]

How Does a Furnace Work?

Most people do not realize the simplicity of their heating system. It is important, though, to understand how it works so you know what to do when something acts up. Basic Troubleshooting First It’s quite likely that you’re reading this because you are experiencing a problem with your furnace. There are two simple fixes you […]

What Causes Heating Repairs?

When a furnace runs without problems, homeowners don’t pay much attention to it. When problems arise, however, the heater will suddenly become a top priority. Smart homeowners should learn a little bit about the reasons for heater-related repairs. Understanding why furnaces may require repair work helps with potentially preventing problems or addressing them without delays. […]

Why Is My Heating System Blowing Cold Air?

As the cold season approaches, more of us will be turning up the heat in our homes. The last thing you want to experience is a cool breeze coming from your home’s heating system when you want to warm up. We’ve put together the following suggestions to help you in the event your heating system […]

Why Does My Heating System Keep Turning Off?

Your heating system was working just fine at the end of last year’s heating season. Now, it just keeps turning on and off. What happened? Is There Debris in the Flue? Over the summer, leaves and other debris could have fallen into the heating system’s exhaust pipe. Animals may have thought it was a good […]

What Are The Signs That My Furnace Needs Attention?

As the temperatures drop in the fall, it’s time to kick on the heating side of your HVAC system. Why Will My Heat Not Come On? Confirm the set point on thermostat is higher than the current temperature in your home Confirm the furnace in the attic is turned on Confirm the gas is turned […]

Signs You’re Overworking Your Heating System

During colder months, running the heater 24/7 becomes almost unavoidable. Who wants to suffer through unbearably chilly weather? While putting the heating system through an endurance test may be unavoidable, so can a breakdown. A heater can only handle so much work. Be mindful of these signs that indicate you might be overworking your heating […]

Why You May Be Overspending On Heating Maintenance

With summer almost over, there is no better time to start thinking about heater maintenance than now. A once-a-year inspection will ensure that your heating system will run smoothly all winter long. Annual heater maintenance by a licensed HVAC contractor who specializes in heating services is worth every penny. The real question is how much […]

When is the Right time to Replace Your Furnace?

With all the costs associated with homeownership, it is totally understandable that you would want to defer some repair and replacement costs as long as you can. However, when it comes to your furnace, you are well advised to time this replacement correctly. Identifying the right time will let you budget and examine your options […]