Category Archives for "Heater Service"

What You Can Do To Avoid Furnace Problems This Winter

What You Can Do To Avoid Furnace Problems This Winter  We are starting to see some chilly days in Montgomery County, which means it’s time to make sure your furnace is ready for the winter. We love this time of year, with the leaves changing colors and the holidays approaching. We also love helping our customers get their homes ready...

How To Alleviate Fall Allergies Using Your HVAC System

How To Alleviate Fall Allergies Using Your HVAC System Here in the Philadelphia region, the cooler weather can really aggravate some allergies. As the heat kicks on for the first time in months, the air gets drier and your sinuses get more reactive to pollen, dust, mold, mildew, pet dander and more. While we’re all looking forward to apple picking,...

Should I Have My Ductless Mini Split Deep Cleaned?

Should I Have My Ductless Mini Split Deep Cleaned?Ductless mini splits are some of our favorite heating and cooling equipment that we install. In fact, we even have ductless mini splits in our Havertown office! But as a part of running a mini split all year long, you will also have to keep it clean. We recommend you clean the...

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...

End Of Summer Checklist For Your Home

End Of Summer Checklist For Your Home The summer is winding down, and we are happy to see the heat waves on their way out the door. As a part of saying goodbye to the summer, we want to make sure you are taking care of a few home maintenance tasks that will get your home ready for the next...

How Your HVAC Systems Affects Your Energy Bills

0 How Your HVAC Systems Affects Your Energy BillsHeating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems are what keep you warm in the winter, cool in the summer, and comfortable all year long. In the process of creating this warm or cool air, your HVAC systems consume energy. This ends up having a very big impact on your monthly energy bills. We have...

Cleaning The Filters Of Your Ductless Mini Split

0 Cleaning The Filters Of Your Ductless Mini SplitEvery HVAC system requires some sort of service. You should schedule a professional service at least once a year, but in the meantime there are things you can do to keep up with your HVAC system. In this article, we are going to go over cleaning the filters of your ductless mini split...

5 Tips To Improve The Air Quality In Your Home

0 How To Improve The Indoor Air Quality Of Your HomeBreathing in clean, healthy air has become so much more important in recent years. Well, it’s always been important, but in 2024 , it’s something that people think about and consider more often. Indoor air quality directly impacts our health, comfort, and even can impact the belongings and fixtures in your...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

Should I Get A Furnace And AC Tune Up At The Same Time?

Should I Get A Furnace And AC Tune Up At The Same Time?Everyone loves saving time and money, and sometimes people think getting a heating and cooling tune up at the same time will do that. The truth is, you really should have each of them done separately, at the appropriate times of year, especially in an area like ours....

Furnace Maintenance Checklist: 3 Easy Steps For a Tune Up

Furnace Maintenance Checklist: 3 Easy Steps For a Tune UpBeing comfortable in the winter largely relies on how well your furnace works. An efficiently running furnace ensures a cozy home and energy bills that aren't going through the roof.The best way to ensure your furnace is working well is with regular maintenance. Using our comprehensive furnace maintenance checklist, you can...

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...

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...

How Does Oil Heat Work? [Home Heating Oil 101 And FAQs]

How Does Oil Heat Work? [Home Heating Oil 101 And FAQs] In 2023, there is a lot of discussion about what the best fuel source is for heating your home. With oil heat being one of the most common ways to heat a home, we wanted to tell you a little more about how oil heating works. John Cipollone Inc....

My Oil Burner Won’t Run: What To Check & What To Do

My Oil Burner Won’t Run: What To Check & What To Do Your heating system failing in the cold of the winter is an alarming situation. Every system is different, and it’s not always easy to figure out why your system stopped working. In the united states, electricity, natural gas, and crude oil are the most common ways for you...

How To Change An Aprilaire Air Filter

Changing An Aprilaire Air Filter Changing the air filters for your furnace and air purifying systems can be tricky sometimes- that’s why we put together a short video to show how you can do this change for yourself at home. Steps to Change the Filter Removing the old filter Remember to check the alignment of the airflow- This is Important!...

Do You Need A Carbon Monoxide Detector With Oil Heat?

Do You Need A Carbon Monoxide Detector With Oil Heat? [Plus More FAQs] The short answer is this - any appliance or heat source that uses combustible sources of fuel requires a carbon monoxide detector.  All furnaces or heating systems that burn fossil fuel produce carbon monoxide (CO), a silent but deadly gas. Whether you are utilizing natural gas or...

Should You Repair Or Replace Your Furnace After A Breakdown?

How To Know Whether To Repair Or Replace Your Furnace After A Breakdown When your furnace breaks down, it can be a tough situation that comes with a tough decision: should you repair or replace your broken furnace? There are a number of factors that go into the decision, and it’s a decision that will determine whether your home is...

Does A Gas Furnace Need to be Cleaned?

Does a Gas Furnace Need to be Cleaned?Can I Clean It Myself? In a simple word, yes! Regular cleaning and maintenance of your gas furnace can help extend its lifespan- and save you significant money as well! Well-maintained gas furnaces can last up to 15 years or more! With regular maintenance and tune-ups, homeowners can improve their indoor air quality,...

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...

The Pros And Cons Of Oil Heating

The Pros And Cons Of Oil Heating Here in the Haverford area and throughout PA, about 15% of homes rely on oil heat exclusively. If you are looking for a new home, one of the things to consider is how a home is heated and cooled, since this will significantly impact your monthly budget. You should know about the pros and...

The Importance Of Having A Pre-Season Heater Tune-Up

It’s easy to take home heating for granted. When the temperature dips in the fall, you switch on your thermostat and go on with your day.  Unless, of course, nothing happens. Or something goes wrong later on. Or, your utility bill is suddenly way higher than it was last year.  The truth is, a lot can go wrong with a...

10 Winter Home Prep Tips for Havertown, PA

1 How to Prep Your Havertown, PA Home for Winter Winter can be anything but a wonderland if you haven’t prepared your home for the season. Skyrocketing energy bills, drafty rooms, and furnace problems can make the cold months miserable. But, it doesn’t to be that way. In this post, we’re outlining ten ways to prepare your house in Havertown, PA,...

Heater Service Contract in Havertown, PA: Is It Worth It?

1 Do I Need an HVAC Service Contract for My Heater in Havertown, PA? With an HVAC service contract for your heater, you pay a little bit each year to ensure the unit runs efficiently and for as long as possible. The benefits you get usually depends on how much you pay. While they’re almost always a good idea, there are...

4 Benefits Of Regular HVAC Maintenance In Your Main Line Home

6 Have you ever driven a car without having the oil changed in a few years? Probably not. And if you did, that car probably didn’t run too well. Nor did it last as long as it should have. Well, the same applies to your HVAC system!  Having regular service maintenance done on your HVAC system ensures that it’s running well...