Sears Heating and Cooling
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Central Ohio's leading heating, A/C and indoor air quality company. Supplying the highest quality in HVAC repairs and installations since 1950.
Sears Heating and Cooling
1y ago
During the cold weather of winter there is nothing worse than going home to a cold house. Here are some furnace troubleshooting tips to following before calling to avoid a service charge:
Check the circuit breaker to make sure there is power to the Furnace.
Check the on/off switch on the furnace. Turn it off, then back on.
Check furnace blower door for a tight fit. If not closed, the unit will not run.
Is the gas on at your furnace?
Check thermostat for proper settings. Does your thermostat use batteries?
Check your filter to make sure it’s clean.
Make sure the air vents are open in your ..read more
Sears Heating and Cooling
3y ago
Gas Fireplace Won’t Light
A gas fireplace that won’t ignite is a common problem among fireplace owners. Let’s check out some common causes and options to repair your gas fireplace.
Tripped Breakers
A good place to start would be to check the circuit breaker panel and ensure the breaker for your gas fireplace has not tripped.
When the electrical wiring in your home becomes overstressed with excess electrical current, the breaker will trip to prevent overheating.
Gas Valve Issues
Be sure the gas valve to your gas fireplace is set in the “open” position and that your gas is turned on as ..read more
Sears Heating and Cooling
3y ago
Signs of a Furnace Gas Leak
Rotten Egg Smell
This is the most obvious sign of a gas leak. A smell of rotten egg coming from your furnace is something that should be addressed immediately.
A faulty gas valve or even an electrical issue can give off this kind of smell so it’s best to have a professional HVAC company come out and take a look.
It’s also possible that the smell could be coming from another appliance in the home such as a hot water tank or stove.
What To Do:
If you notice a rotten egg smell coming from your furnace or air vents, it’s important to shut the furnace off immed ..read more
Sears Heating and Cooling
4y ago
List of Common Furnace Problems
Once the first cold weather of the heating season hits, our phones start ringing off the hook with people having first of the season furnace problems.
Most of the furnace issues we see are basic repairs and can be fixed rather quickly.
Here is a quick list of the most common furnace problems we hear about on a daily basis.
Dirty, Clogged Filters
A dirty filter by far the leading cause of breakdowns that we see on furnaces.
Dirty or clogged furnace filters reduce airflow, making a furnace work harder to circulate indoor air.
Left unchanged, a dirty air ..read more
Sears Heating and Cooling
4y ago
Fixing an Air Conditioner Refrigerant Leak
Did you know that it’s technically possible to fix a leak in an air conditioner?
Although it may not be the most cost efficient repair to make based on the age of the unit, fixing a leaking air conditioner can buy you some extra time to get the money needed to have a new one installed.
Let’s take a look at what all goes into repairing a refrigerant leak in an air conditioner.
Determining the Type of Refrigerant
This first step is extremely important due to the fact that putting the wrong refrigerant in your air conditioner will destroy the co ..read more
Sears Heating and Cooling
4y ago
Should I Get an Air Conditioner or a Heat Pump?
Heat pump, air conditioner, they’re all the same thing aren’t they? I mean they both sit outside and look the same right?
Well, kind of, but they are also both quite different in how they operate and their overall energy costs.
Depending on where you live, one may be more economical than the other.
Let’s take a look at both units and see which one might be better for you in the long run.
Heat Pump:
A heat pump system can both cool and heat your home.
Heat pumps work by having the ability to literally reverse it’s operation through the u ..read more
Sears Heating and Cooling
4y ago
List of Annual Festivals | Columbus, Ohio
Annual festivals are something to look forward to attending with your family each year and Columbus, Ohio has plenty to choose from.
During the warmer months, it seems as if there is a festival happening in the city somewhere each weekend!
Check out the seasonal list below for some of the most popular events to attend.
We have listed the festivals in the order they occur.
Summer Festivals
Arnold Sports Festival
This annual event draws thousands of people to Columbus, Ohio from across the Midwest states each year.
Established in 1989 an ..read more
Sears Heating and Cooling
4y ago
Best Ice Cream Places | Columbus, Ohio
Here at Sears Heating & Cooling, we love our ice cream!
Ice cream is good any time of the year but with summer fast approaching it’s popularity will start to climb.
Get acquainted with all the best ice cream spots in Columbus, Ohio by checking this top 5 list we have compiled.
This list is in no particular order.
1.) Jeni’s
Founded by Jeni Britton Bauer, a previous student at Ohio State University, this place was actually started and is still headquartered here in Columbus, Ohio.
They are well known for their unique flavors such as “Queen Ci ..read more
Sears Heating and Cooling
4y ago
How To Choose a Heating & Cooling Company
A heating and air conditioning system is a huge home investment.
For this reason you want to make sure that the HVAC contractor you choose is going to do the job right the first time.
Correcting problems caused by a poor HVAC installation can be costly and inconvenient.
You should also consider that the quality of the work of the heating and cooling company you choose will also affect the safety of your home as heating and air conditioning system malfunctions can be dangerous.
Talk to Friends
The best way to know what a contractor’s work ..read more
Sears Heating and Cooling
4y ago
Is It Worth It To Repair My Air Conditioner?
With warmer weather quickly on the way, now is the time to think about your air conditioner.
Is it in good shape? Does it need major repairs?
When it comes to ac repair in Columbus, Ohio, there are several questions you should ask prior to calling for service.
When Should I Repair My AC? Your AC Is Less Than 12 Years Old
If your air conditioner is less than 12 years old, it may be just worth repairing it depending on what is wrong.
The average life of an air conditioner in Columbus, Ohio is around 15 years depending on how well the system ..read more