Furnace Articles

Everyone wants to save money on heating bills, especially when the winter temperatures start to drop. At , we love helping homeowners lower energy costs without skimping on comfort. One of the questions we often hear from our customers is, “Is it okay to turn the heat off when I leave the house and then…

The average furnace lasts between 10 and 15 years. But did you know you can take steps to make it last longer? For many homeowners, a furnace is something you only think about when it stops working. Yet this hardworking system quietly keeps your family warm and comfortable through long winters, often running for months…

Our experienced furnace repair technicians will inspect and diagnose your furnace issue and resolve the concerns you are having.

There is nothing scarier than switching your furnace on in the fall and catching a whiff of something burning.

If that happens to you, try to stay calm. The odor could be a harmless sign that your furnace is burning off dust at the start of the heating season in Oregon. Or it could be a red flag for a more significant problem.

If your furnace is producing a strange smell, you should always treat it with caution. While the cause for the odor may be benign, it could just as easily be harmful to inhale. When in doubt, always open windows to ensure ventilation, and evacuate your Stayton home.

Your fuel-burning furnace has a number of mechanisms allowing it to run safely and effectively. These features prevent fires and protect your indoor air quality (IAQ). They also work to prevent internal errors from damaging large portions of your furnace.

Furnace filters. They’re one of those items not really on the top of everyone’s minds, but they are important and can have a big impact. At Mill Creek Heating LLC, we know with the right furnace filter, you can save money and improve your Albany indoor air quality (IAQ) in one fell swoop.

ENERGY STAR® recommends keeping it 7 to 10 degrees cooler when you are sleeping during the winter to save on utility costs. 

Our team of experts understands how high energy bills can rise, especially during peak seasons where your heating and cooling expenses increase.

The average life span of a furnace is 15 to 20 years, but this can vary greatly depending on how well you have maintained your system.

If you ever hear your gas furnace turn on but cannot feel any warm air blowing from the vents inside your Oregon home, chances are the pilot light went out.

You’ll be pleased to know that today’s gas furnaces burn at an efficiency rating as high as 97 percent, according to Consumer Reports.

We can help. Mill Creek Heating wishes more of our Stayton customers knew about the simple ways to cut heating costs during the winter.

If your furnace seems to be producing heat inconsistently around your Albany home to you, you’re not alone. Many homes have varied conditions from room to room, causing spotty heating or cooling.

Our team at Mill Creek Heating LLC could help you save big bucks on your monthly utility bill by performing a furnace replacement.

Wintertime is here. That means your family will be spending more time indoors to stay warm.

What ’s at the top of your fall to-do list? Make sure it is your furnace.
Prepping your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system for winter in Oregon not only enhances your safety and your furnace’s efficiency, it can help keep your repair budget in line during cold weather.

If your furnace seems to be producing heat inconsistently around your Albany home to you, you’re not alone. Many homes have varied conditions from room to room, causing spotty heating or cooling.

At Mill Creek Heating LLC, we take the safety of our customers in Oregon seriously. That’s why we want you to know how to spot a cracked heat exchanger.

The average furnace lasts between 10 and 15 years. But did you know you can take steps to make it last longer? There is no shortcut or hack to increase your furnace’s longevity. 

Just about any electrical appliance has the potential to overheat. Furnaces are no exception. As a homeowner, you need to take precautions to lower the risk of an overheated unit. You should also be wary of the associated symptoms, so you know when to take action. Remember, if your system gets too hot, you should keep a cool head and get your furnace taken care of right away.

While you read on and learn more about a key component of your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system, please keep in mind our highly trained Mill Creek Heating HVAC professionals are here to explain things in more depth and lend a hand with any furnace issue that arises.