Helpful Tips to Prepare Your Heating System for Winter

October 3, 2023

It’s time to start preparing your home for the cold winter ahead when the hot summer weather starts to cool down. While you might be thinking about insulating your windows and doors, a very important component of preparing your house for winter is servicing your heating system. There are a few different tasks that will need to be on your list to ensure that your heating system will work adequately when the cold weather hits. Change Your Air Filters A great place to start is to replace the air filter on your HVAC system. Having a

Continue Reading
company icon

How to Avoid Common Furnace Problems

November 7, 2022

Few things can be as frustrating as waking up in the middle of a cold American Fork night and realizing that your furnace is not working. If your furnace is down for the count, the best way to get things going again is to talk to a professional furnace technician. However, it is good for you to be aware of some of the common problems your furnace system might face and the steps you can take to avoid them. Your Furnace Is Not Producing Heat It might sound simple, but you should first check that

Continue Reading
company icon

Choosing the Best Furnace Filters

February 8, 2022

With your furnace running all the time to combat the winter chill in the air, you’re likely changing out your furnace filters faster than usual. Since every household is different, there’s no established rule for when you should change out your filter. The best routine for you depends on the animals in the house, filter size, and your allergies. When determining the best filter type and replacement schedule for your home, keep this essential information in mind. MERV Rating Always consider the MERV rating of all new furnace filters you purchase. This rating determines how much

Continue Reading
company icon

Find out the Main Reasons Why Your Furnace Has Rust

December 6, 2021

Having rust on the furnace is one of the issues that causes serious concerns to most homeowners. Many of our clients often ask how this is possible if a furnace does not use water to generate heat. This is not a strange occurrence for an old system and might be a sign that a replacement is due. However, if your HVAC system is just a few years old and still serviceable, then you might need to consult Gunthers Heating, Cooling, and Plumbing specialists to evaluate the situation. The Main Causes of Rust on a Furnace Although it

Continue Reading
company icon

Home Preparation Tasks to Complete Before Winter

November 10, 2021

When the winter season finally hits, it can bring a lot of snow and ice with it. Both of these can be extremely dangerous to the safety of your home and your family. By following the home preparation tips that we’re going to go over below, you can help to ensure that your family stays warm in your home and that your home stays safe this winter season. Get Professional Heating Maintenance When fall arrives, it is time to schedule your professional heating maintenance. It helps to get your heating system cleaned, inspected,

Continue Reading
company icon

6 Reasons Why Your Heater Won’t Turn Off

October 12, 2021

Updated: 4/16/2024 Having a functional heater in your home makes the winter in American Fork tolerable, but what happens when your heater won’t turn off? Although there are few things worse than being cold and lacking a way to warm your living space up, not being able to stop the flow of hot air when it’s stifling indoors is definitely one of them. The good news is that there are several common causes of this problem, and most of them are fairly easy to resolve. 1. Thermostat Malfunction When your home is overly

Continue Reading
company icon

Signs That You Need to Replace Your Furnace

September 20, 2021

Like any other system, your furnace is bound to get old and worn out, which can lead it to quit when you need it the most. Having a furnace that is not working, especially during extremely cold temperatures in American Fork, can be very frustrating. It can result in discomfort and can also be a health hazard. Many signs can indicate that your furnace is struggling to function. If you notice any of these issues, you should contact our technicians at Gunthers Heating, Cooling, and Plumbing promptly. It Is an Old System A typical furnace unit should last you for

Continue Reading
company icon

Is It Normal to Smell Gas Near a Furnace?

March 10, 2021

You depend on your furnace to provide reliable heating throughout the cold American Fork winters. On the coldest days, a gas furnace can often provide better heating than an electric furnace. The downside of a gas furnace, though, is that it requires a natural gas supply to function. Given the flammable and potentially explosive properties of natural gas, it’s normal to wonder if something’s wrong if you smell gas near your heater. To help keep you and your family safe, here are a few things that the pros at Gunthers Heating, Cooling, and Plumbing want you to know about gas furnaces.

Continue Reading
company icon

7 Signs It’s Time to Update Your Home Heating System

November 17, 2020

The heating system in your home must work at an optimal level for several reasons. These include comfort, family safety, and affordable energy bills in the winter months. A poorly performing heater can become a serious problem for a family that fails to address the issue. Regular maintenance and repairs will keep your unit running properly. However, it’s important to recognize the signs it’s time for a heating system upgrade in your home. 1. Noises and Smells A heating system that produces clanking sounds, loud booms, or rumbles might need to be replaced. A foul smell

Continue Reading
company icon