Furnaces Articles

At Winkelman Heating & Air Conditioning Co, we take the safety of our customers in Texas seriously. That’s why we want you to know how to spot a cracked heat exchanger.

This winter, you’re hoping to have a brand new furnace to keep you warm. But there are so many furnaces to choose from. You’re left wondering, which is the right one for your Dumas home?

Wintertime is here. That means your family will be spending more time indoors to stay warm.

Nobody wants a problem with their furnace—but even the most efficient systems have to be replaced at some point.

So you are looking to invest in a heat pump. You are not alone––many Americans are making the switch. Why? For starters, heat pumps are generally more efficient than a traditional heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system. What is more, they offer both heating and cooling, so they are versatile. At Winkelman Heating &…

While an air conditioner’s efficiency is measured by its SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) rating, an electric or gas- or oil-fired furnace’s efficiency is measured by its AFUE, or average fuel utilization efficiency. This standard measurement is given in percentages, letting you know how much of your fuel is actually used to heat your Texas home and how much fuel is wasted.

If your furnace seems to be producing heat inconsistently around your Dumas home to you, you’re not alone. Many homes have varied conditions from room to room causing spotty heating or cooling. On cold days, this can be a nuisance. For example, you may be confined to only a few rooms in your home. Or you might have to wear a coat and blanket just to function around the house.