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HVAC tips for Chicago homeowners

Troubleshooting, safety and maintenance advice for furnaces, AC and boilers in Chicago homes.

Comfortmaker gas furnace with the burner compartment open during service

Furnace not heating? What to check before you call

Furnace not heating? Check the thermostat, switches, filter and vent before you call. Know the signs that mean stop and get help.

October 26, 2026
Boiler in a basement mechanical room with an expansion tank and supply piping

Cold or banging radiators: steam and hot water boilers explained

Cold or banging radiators? Learn the differences between steam and hot water systems and what usually causes noise and uneven heat.

October 26, 2026
Dual-port manometer connected to a gas furnace to check gas pressure

How often should you service your furnace, AC and boiler?

How often should you service your furnace, AC and boiler? A simple schedule for Chicago homes, plus filter and warranty tips.

October 26, 2026
Three air conditioner condensers on concrete pads beside a wooden fence, two Goodman and one Ameristar

Repair or replace your furnace or AC? How to decide

Should you repair or replace your furnace or AC? Age, repair cost, efficiency and safety, with a simple way to decide.

October 26, 2026
Combustion safety test on a gas furnace with a carbon monoxide detector reading 0 ppm

Furnace carbon monoxide safety: what every Chicago homeowner should know

Carbon monoxide safety for Chicago homes: symptoms, alarms, what to do if one sounds and how furnace checks prevent leaks.

October 26, 2026
Lennox air conditioner condenser on a high-rise balcony overlooking a Chicago street

7 common AC problems Chicago homeowners should watch for

Seven AC problems Chicago homeowners run into, from dirty filters to failed capacitors, and which ones you can handle yourself.

February 8, 2026
Carrier gas furnace with an indoor coil and condensate piping installed in a utility room

How to improve indoor air quality in your Chicago home

Practical ways to improve indoor air quality in a Chicago home: filters, humidity, ventilation, source control and carbon monoxide alarms.

February 8, 2026
Goodman air conditioner condenser on a pad with a gauge set connected for testing

Why your AC is blowing warm air in Chicago homes (and what to do)

Warm air from your AC? Try these quick checks, learn the usual causes technicians find, and know when to shut it off and call.

February 23, 2026

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