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What’s That Smell Coming From My Furnace?

January 13, 2025
What’s That Smell Coming From My Furnace? Photo of a ma siting on his couch looking out a window, seemingly concerned.

If your furnace is producing a strange smell, you should always treat it with caution. While the cause for the odor may be benign, it could just as easily be harmful to inhale. When in doubt, always open windows to ensure ventilation, and evacuate your Enterprise home.

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Why Isn’t My Furnace Heating My Entire Home?

December 5, 2024
Why Isn’t My Furnace Heating My Entire Home? Photo of a family of three freezing in their home, huddled under a blanket to keep warm.

If your furnace seems to be producing heat inconsistently around your Baker City home to you, you’re not alone. Many homes have varied conditions from room to room, causing spotty heating or cooling.

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Furnace Flue Tips

November 17, 2023
Furnace Flue Tips - Yellow Hardhat on Furnace Coils.

Even though our Scotts Heating and Air Conditioning heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) experts are always here for you, as a La Grande homeowner, you should know at least a little something about your heating and cooling system.

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Why Is the Furnace Pilot Light Going Out?

October 17, 2023
Why Is the Furnace Pilot Light Going Out? - gas burner flame abstraction long exposure.

If you ever hear your gas furnace turn on but cannot feel any warm air blowing from the vents inside your Oregon home, chances are the pilot light went out.

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What Are Furnace Filters?

January 16, 2023
A furnace filter is installed. What Are Furnace Filters?

It’s crucial to take proper care of your furnace—it provides your Baker City home with the heat you need to stay warm.

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Heat Pump Versus Furnace

December 15, 2022
Image of someone pressing on a control panel attached to an HVAC unit. Heat Pump Versus Furnace.

Looking to install a new heater in your La Grande home? Your two most popular choices are a heat pump and a furnace. Each one has advantages and disadvantages when compared to the other.

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When Should You Replace Your Furnace?

November 15, 2022
Image of someone working on a furnace. When should you replace your furnace.

Your furnace plays the key role in keeping you warm in your Enterprise home, but even with routine maintenance, it does not last forever. Nobody wants to think about replacing any major household system, but it’s generally more cost effective to be proactive in your thinking about it.

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How Do I Know When I Need a New Furnace?

September 15, 2022
How Do I Know When I Need a New Furnace? Technician and furnace.

Our Scott’s Heating & Air Conditioning professionals would be happy to go over all of the new furnace options available to you this fall.

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Is My Furnace Overheating?

February 28, 2022
Is My Furnace Overheating?

Just about any electrical appliance has the potential to overheat. Furnaces are no exception. As a homeowner, you need to take precautions to lower the risk of an overheated unit. You should also be wary of the associated symptoms, so you know when to take action. Remember, if your system gets too hot, you should keep a cool head and get your furnace taken care of right away.

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Why Won’t My Furnace Stop Running?

January 20, 2022
Why Won’t My Furnace Stop Running?

Is your furnace blowing air without pause? If so, you’re probably feeling a bit concerned. First, your La Grande house most likely feels like an oven. On top of that, your utility bill will be considerably higher with your furnace constantly running. Believe it or not, this is a fairly common problem our professionals at Scott’s Heating and Air Conditioning see frequently, so you don’t need to worry.

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