Category Archives for "furnace"

Is Your Old Furnace Costing You More Money Than It Should?

Is Your Old Furnace Costing You More Money Than It Should? With the cold weather in the Philadelphia area this Winter, your furnace is getting a workout every day. And because it’s on more than usual, you can expect your energy bills will be higher than you’d like. But this stress on your system can also lead to breakdowns, just...

5 Tips For Your Heating System In Extremely Cold Weather

5 Tips For Your Heating System In Extremely Cold Weather The weather can get very cold in our area of Pennsylvania. Towns like Rosemont, Ardmore, and Media can see the temperatures drop into the single digits when it starts to get really frigid, like it is this week. It’s important to stay warm in these dangerously cold conditions, and we...

The Best Heating Systems In 2025

The Best Heating Systems In 2025 Replacing your heating system is a big decision, and one that will affect your home for years to come. Your heating system keeps your home warm in the winter, and also has a huge impact on your energy bills. This is why you need to make sure you are choosing the right heating system...

How To Use A Ceiling Fan During The Winter

How To Use A Ceiling Fan During The WinterWhen you think about making your home warm, the ceiling fan is probably the last thing that you think about. Normally you associate a ceiling fan with cooling a space.What most people don’t know is that ceiling fans can actually make your home more comfortable during the winter as well! By changing...

When Should You Replace Your Furnace?

When Should You Replace Your Furnace? It’s about that time of year where you start to get your heating system ready for the winter. As you get your home ready for the winter, you may consider replacing your heating system. It’s not always easy to determine when you should replace your furnace.  Replacing your heating system can help you avoid...

The Best Time Of Year For Furnace Maintenance

When Is The Best Time Of Year For Furnace Maintenance? We believe that the fall, specifically between September and November, is the best time of year for furnace maintenance. If you have to wait until the winter to have furnace maintenance performed, that’s fine too, but we have a few reasons that you should do it before the winter.  I’ve...

Oil To Gas Conversion And New AC In Bala Cynwyd, PA

Oil To Gas Conversion And New AC In Bala Cynwyd, PAWe live in an area where there are lots of older homes. In some places around the Bala Cynwyd area, homes can even be over 100 years old. That was the case with this older home that we visited, which was right around 100 years old. The homeowner, Juan, had...

Troubleshooting Tips For An Oil Furnace In Havertown, PA

Oil Furnace Troubleshooting TipsDo you have an oil furnace? Is it leaving you out in the cold this Winter?  Here are some easy troubleshooting tips to help you figure out what’s wrong and whether you need to call someone, like the experts here and John Cipollone Inc.!Make sure your thermostat is on Heating and set above room temperature. So if...

5 Reasons To Schedule Regular Furnace Service

0 5 Reasons To Service Your FurnaceHaving your furnace serviced is one of the best ways to make sure you are getting the most out of your heating system. Just like having your car serviced every few months, your furnace should be serviced regularly as well. I’ve been working in the Havertown, PA area for 20+ years, servicing furnaces, repairing furnaces, and...

Average Furnace Repair Cost In and Around Havertown, PA

What Does A Furnace Repair Cost In and Around Havertown, PARealizing your furnace is broken is a terrible feeling. Maybe you notice the heat has stopped coming out of the vents, and you don't exactly know where to go from there. For residents in and around Havertown, PA, understanding the costs associated with furnace repairs is a good way to...

How Long Does It Take To Install a Furnace? Ultimate Guide

How Long Does It Take To Install a Furnace? Ultimate Guide Thinking of a new furnace? If you are considering upgrading your heating system, you may be wondering how long does it take to install a furnace? The answer might just be, “not as long as you think!” At John Cipollone, Inc., we understand that the idea of being without heat...

Furnace Noises and What They Mean: Tips for Homeowners

Furnace Noises and What They Mean: Tips for HomeownersWith the season change from air conditioning to heat, homeowners who need to switch on their furnace will notice an array of different seasonal noises coming from their furnace. Some of these noises are completely normal and some may be cause for concern. In this article, we will go over different furnace...

How Often Should a Furnace Cycle? Homeowner’s Guide

How Often Should a Furnace Cycle? Homeowner’s Guide You may hear it kicking on and off every now and then, but did you ever wonder if your furnace was cycling on and off too often? Every now and then we will get phone calls from homeowners wondering if their furnace is operating normally. It's normal for furnaces to make noises,...

Electric Furnace Vs. Gas Furnace: What’s Best for Your Home?

Electric Furnace Vs. Gas Furnace: What’s Best for Your Home? Deciding between an electric furnace vs a gas furnace can be tough. Choosing the right kind of furnace to heat your home depends on a few different factors. Your location, fuel type accessibility, and your budget are all important things to consider when making your choice. In this article, I...

How To Keep A Bathroom Warm: 10 Ideas (DIY Tips and More)

How To Keep A Bathroom Warm: 10 Ideas (DIY Tips and More) You know that feeling in the winter when you don't want to get out of the hot shower, and step into a cold, uncomfortable bathroom? It's one of those feelings that makes getting ready in the morning a bit more inconvenient. There are a few answers to the...

Furnace Smells Like Burning: Common Causes And What To Do

Furnace Smells Like Burning: Common Causes And What To Do Most of us are familiar with a kind of “funky” burning smell that occurs the first time we turn on our gas or oil furnace at the beginning of the heating season. It is usually nothing serious and quickly passes once the furnace has been on for a while. But...

How to Read an Oil Tank Gauge: Homeowner’s Guide

How to Read an Oil Tank Gauge: Homeowner’s Guide For homes that utilize oil heating systems, understanding how to read an oil tank gauge becomes crucial. In this guide, we delve into the essentials of reading an oil tank gauge, ensuring you never get caught in the cold. I have been working with oil heating furnaces for 20+ years now,...

Furnace Won’t Ignite? 7 Possible Causes and Solutions

Furnace Won't Ignite? 7 Possible Causes and Solutions One of the situations that we see on a service call is when the furnace won’t ignite or fire up. It's a common problem and one that we have fixed many times. In our close to 70 years in business servicing all kinds of furnaces - failure to ignite properly is a...

Replacing An Oil Furnace: Ultimate Homeowner’s Guide

Replacing An Oil Furnace: Ultimate Homeowner’s Guide When considering replacing a furnace replacement, oil vs. gas is a consideration. Maybe you want to go with a heat pump or an electric furnace. In this article, I will provide you with the ultimate homeowner’s guide or what you need to know about replacing an oil furnace. I will cover the things...

Furnace Tune Up: What It Is, How It Saves You Money

Furnace Tune Up: What It Is, How It Saves You MoneyGetting an annual tune up for your furnace is the best way to make sure you are getting the most out of it. We wanted to tell you a little more about what goes into a furnace tune up, and why it should be on your fall checklist.In my time...

What Does A Furnace Tune-Up Cost In Havertown, PA? [2023]

What Does A Furnace Tune-Up Cost In Havertown, PA? [2023]The best way to get the most out of your furnace is by making sure it has regular maintenance at least once a year. The cost of a furnace tune-up is well worth it when you consider how beneficial it is. Your furnace should last 10-20 years, and has a major...

Cleaning An Oil Furnace Heat Exchanger: Maintenance Guide

Cleaning An Oil Furnace Heat Exchanger: Maintenance Guide Cleaning out an oil furnace is essential to getting the most out of your heating system. John Cipollone Inc. has been in the heating and air conditioning business since 1953 and started primarily dealing with oil heating. I personally have been working with oil furnaces for about 15+ years, and have plenty...

Four Signs You Need to Replace Your Heater

Four Signs You Need to Replace Your Heater There is no such thing as a heater that never needs service or repair - or a system that never needs replacing. It is just one of the facts of homeownership. And when your system will need service or replacement is not an “if” situation but a “when” situation. So, we wanted...

How Much Does A New Furnace Cost For Main Line, PA Homes?

How Much Does A New Furnace Cost?  Here in the Ardmore PA and Main Line area, homes have a variety of heating and cooling systems. Some homes run on natural gas while others run on oil heat. Some people use electric systems as well.  All of them have pros and cons, but if you have an aging HVAC system in...

High-Efficiency Upgrades For A Home With Old HVAC

High-Efficiency Upgrades For A Home With Old HVAC Whether you moved into an older home that has an old HVAC system, or you simply have an old HVAC system in the home you are currently living in, an upgrade to a high-efficiency system could be one of the best decisions you make for your home.  A lot of times, homeowners...

Should I Repair or Replace My Furnace?

Should I Repair or Replace My Furnace? Picture this scenario:  It is a Sunday afternoon. It is 25 degrees outside and your furnace just isn’t delivering the kind of comfort that you are accustomed to. The thermostat is registering 64 degrees inside but it is set for 70. The furnace is working but it is struggling to maintain a comfortable...

How Long Does A Furnace Really Last?

How Long Does A Furnace Really Last? If well taken care of, two things in your house can last up to 15 years: your furnace and a pet turtle. Well, technically, pet turtles can live as long as 30 years, while other species can live up to 100 years, but we digress. When it comes to your furnace, we recommend...