GRmetro Heating and Cooling Inc Blog: Archive for the ‘Heating’ Category

When Might You Choose a Dual Fuel System?

Monday, March 27th, 2023
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It’s always good to have options. Being stuck with one particular type of system or solution to a problem never feels good. In fact, it will make you feel like you’re losing out when you see other people with alternate solutions that might be better in some cases.

This often happens when a customer is choosing between a gas furnace or an electric heat pump. On one hand, you’ve heard about how efficient and versatile heat pumps are, heating and cooling a home with just electricity.

They’re great for the environment and for comfort. But on the other hand, we live in a colder region and require powerful heating on the most frigid days of the winter.

A gas furnace can be that powerful system that always keeps things comfy. So, how can you possibly choose between these two systems?

The secret is that you don’t have to. It might be time to go with a dual fuel HVAC system in Kentwood, MI!

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Heat Pumps: It’s Time to Join the Trend

Monday, March 13th, 2023
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A lot has happened in the past few years. We don’t need to tell you that, you already basically know it. But depending on the field or the industry, different trends are starting to take place, and we’re here to talk to you about the HVAC trends.

More specifically–we’d like to talk about the trend of heat pump technology.

Back a few decades ago, the only heat pumps that were widely used were air conditioners. And since then, air conditioning has grown tremendously in both necessity and popularity.

But now, heat pumps that work both as heating systems and as cooling systems, are widely popular and becoming powerhouses compared to other systems on the market. And, to make things even more compelling, heat pump installations in Grand Rapids, MI are more efficient and eco-friendly than ever before.

Let’s discuss in detail why heat pumps are really some of the most innovative systems on the market, and why one might be perfect for your home.

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Is It Time to Go With an Electric Furnace?

Monday, February 27th, 2023

As far as furnace installations in Walker, MI go, most customers would agree that a gas furnace is a great choice. They’re classic heating appliances.

Gas furnaces are efficient, powerful, affordable, and they’re just synonymous with a warm and comfy home. But they’re not the only appliance available on the market, and with new benefits to electrification, you might actually be better off with an electric furnace.

For all of our new readers, we’d like to remind you that yes, electric furnaces really are a thing.

They’re different from heat pumps where they still create heat, but they are all-electric. This blog post is going to be dedicated to the folks who might be better off with these systems, especially in our frigid climate.

If you like what you see here and think that an electric furnace might be right for your home, then be sure to call us today for installation.

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Your Ducts Need Professional Support

Monday, February 13th, 2023

Air ducts are a vital part of a home. Without them, the only option for people who enjoy forced-air heating to stay warm during the winter is with either a ductless heat pump system (which is usually pretty expensive), or space heaters.

Air ducts are necessary because they transport the heated air from the heating system to the rest of your house, so you can actually feel the heat that’s being created.

The truth is that your heating system could be in the best shape possible, but without air duct systems in good shape, it’s going to feel like your heating unit is broken.

It doesn’t matter what kind of heating system you have, air ducts in bad shape will be a big problem no matter what.

This blog post is a bit of a PSA about how you can detect when your ducts are leaking. Our team offers fast and reliable duct sealing in Wyoming, MI so you can get them fixed up and ready for the rest of the winter, or the seasons to come!

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What’s Wrong With My Electric Furnace?

Monday, January 30th, 2023
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Searching online to troubleshoot your furnace can be hard, especially if you have an electric furnace.

Since gas furnaces are more common, you might get duped into reading a blog that’s focused on troubleshooting a gas furnace without even saying “gas furnace.”

That’s pretty unfair, and we understand this is a stressful situation if you’ve got a malfunctioning heating system.

We’ll be as specific as possible when talking about heating repair services in Grand Rapids, MI. Electric furnaces, while similar to gas furnaces in a few ways, are very different and run into their own problems. You might be encountering a malfunctioning system that is leaving your home cold and uncomfortable.

This blog is dedicated to describing some of the more common problems with electric furnaces, and how homeowners can understand what’s wrong and how important it is to call for expert services.

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The GRMetro Gas Furnace FAQ

Monday, January 16th, 2023
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Being a homeowner can be tough when you’ve got so many questions. Who do you trust to give you all the answers to the questions you’re looking for?

You might scour the internet trying to find the right blog post, news article, or even just a Wiki that can give you the information you’re looking for, and there’s a possibility that you’ll leave empty-handed. We get it.

Well, the good news is that you found a reputable HVAC team that knows what they’re talking about. Our blog post is specifically for potential customers that might have questions and want a licensed, certified technician to give them the answers they need.

So, if you’ve ever wondered questions like “how a furnace works” in Grand Rapids, MI, then you’ve come to the right place. We’ll answer some common questions that come from our customers, and we’ll leave a link at the bottom where you can contact us for more help.

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Maintenance Isn’t Just About Efficiency

Monday, November 7th, 2022

We talk a lot about heating maintenance on this blog. It’s a valuable tool for homeowners to achieve maximum efficiency, performance, and safety throughout the winter months. But we often try to frame it in a way of savings, because money is a common denominator that we all need to think about when it comes to our heating systems. However, the savings that you’ll achieve pale in comparison to this one benefit that heating maintenance gives you: safety.

Heating maintenance in Wyoming, MI is often centered on gas furnaces. They’re the most common heating appliances in the country and they’re extremely effective at what they do. But there’s no beating around the bush—they burn gas to heat a home. That means that, while they’re designed with many failsafe and safety precautions, they can become unsafe over time and endanger your family.

Maintenance is a great idea for customers who haven’t had their system looked at by a pro in years.

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It’s Time to Change Your Furnace Filter

Monday, October 10th, 2022

It’s that time of year again! We like to give our customers a “PSA” on the importance of an air filter change, especially when the temperatures start to shift from hot to cold. We’re getting some chilly nights these days, which means our furnaces are running to keep our homes warm and comfortable. If you’ve got a furnace system, or some other forced-air heating system, then you’re going to want to change your air filter soon.

Dirty furnace filters in Georgetown, MI can be the cause of a lot of different problems. The increase in strain can cause problems for the interior components of your furnace, while the extra energy used will allow for the system to become inefficient. We’re going to go over the various different ways a dirty, unchanged air filter can cause problems below. Make the right choice for your home and change out the air filter when the time is right.

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Dual Fuel Heating: An Innovative Solution

Monday, September 26th, 2022

If you’ve never heard of dual fuel heating, or you’re just now learning about this term, then you’re in luck! Our team specializes in dual fuel heating solutions, and this blog post is going to be an informative guide on how to best invest in one, and when one might be good for your home. Not every house is going to be good for a dual fuel heating system, and not every budget can afford this kind of upgrade, so it’s important to do your research before making a huge commitment.

Dual fuel heating systems in Kentwood, MI are revolutionary new ways to approach heating in a northern climate. We combine the power of a gas furnace with the efficiency and versatility of a heat pump to give your home year-round temperature control. It doesn’t matter how hot or cold it gets, your home will always be comfortable and efficient.

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Is Your Furnace Creating Smoke?

Monday, March 14th, 2022

First off, if the answer to this question is undoubtedly “yes,” then we recommend taking some immediate action. Turn off your furnace, make sure your family is safe and secure, and call our team for emergency heating repair in Grandville, MI. Smoke in your house, whether it’s coming from the oven or your furnace system, is never a good thing and can lead to detrimental health effects.

Sorry for the serious note, but we had to get that out of the way! For homeowners that might not be dealing with a pressing issue like this, or for those who are just curious, this blog post is dedicated to how a gas furnace works and why anyone would see smoke in their homes.

While furnaces aren’t designed to create smoke or be dangerous, they can run into problems that make them dangerous over time. Let’s talk about a few of those problems.

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