Heating Articles

How Can I Lower My Heating Bill This Winter?

January 16, 2026

Are you anticipating a higher heating bill this winter? Here in Findlay, temperatures can get pretty low and old man winter can stick around for an extended period of time. The only way to ensure you remain perfectly comfortable inside your Ohio home is by keeping the thermostat set to heat and letting the furnace cycle.

How Do I Know I Have a Cracked Heat Exchanger?

February 21, 2022

Your helpful neighbor suggested the issue you are having with your gas furnace sounds like it could be due to a cracked heat exchanger. What is a heat exchanger? How can you tell if this is the issue? What should you do about it? 

4 Important Heat Pump Maintenance Tips

February 11, 2022

How often do you schedule a maintenance visit for the heat pump in your Kalida home? Taking proper care of your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system is the best way to ensure it will function efficiently and reach its full service life potential.

How Can I Make My Furnace Last Longer?

January 31, 2022

The average furnace lasts between 10 and 15 years. But did you know you can take steps to make it last longer? There is no shortcut or hack to increase your furnace’s longevity.

How Does a Gas Furnace Work?

November 30, 2021

Gas furnaces create heat by burning natural gas. This gas is usually methane combined with other carbon-based gasses.

Why Is My Heat Pump Freezing Up?

January 31, 2021

Our team at Knueve & Sons regularly gets calls about frozen heat pumps. Though common, a heat pump freeze-up usually means your system’s components are not working correctly. Sometimes you can fix it yourself. But oftentimes, you will need to call a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) professional, like us, as the problem may require a part replacement or complex repair.

Dual Fuel Systems

November 23, 2020

A dual fuel system sounds more high tech than it really is. It can positively solve a lot of issues for Ohio homeowners, but it is really nothing more than a combined heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system composed of a heat pump and a furnace, typically gas or oil.

Why Is My Thermostat Blank?

December 26, 2018

You approach your home’s thermostat and see its screen is blank. Is it serious? Does it mean your furnace, heat pump, or air conditioning is broken?

How to Save Money on Heat This Winter

January 29, 2018

Is your energy bill too high in the winter time here in Kalida, Ohio? Are you looking for ways to cut costs?

Why is My Furnace Blowing Cold Air?

January 12, 2018

There are a few reason that your furnace may be blowing cold air and there a few things to check before you need to worry too much.

How Do I Know When I’m Using My Heat Pump’s Electric Heat?

December 18, 2017

How do I know if I’m using my heat pump’s auxiliary electric heat all the time and costing myself a lot of extra money? Heat pumps are highly efficient, but they can be confusing as well.

Why is My Furnace Leaking Water

December 12, 2017

You just discovered there’s a puddle water on the floor in front of your furnace. What does this mean? Don’t panic, it could be a few different things.

Furnace Fan Setting: On vs. Auto

November 22, 2017

On your thermostat, there’s a furnace-fan setting for either “On” or “Auto.” Which option is the best choice? Keep reading to learn more.

Heat Pump vs. Furnace

November 7, 2017

Looking to install a new heater in your home? Your two most popular choices in Kalida, Ohio, are a heat pump and a furnace. But which one to choose?

All About Furnace Filters

September 20, 2017

Do you know the different types of filters, how to replace and how often? Keep reading to learn all about furnace filters from Knueve & Sons.

Why Is My Furnace Blowing Cold Air?

January 31, 2017

Knueve & Sons, Inc. shares a few reasons your furnace may be blowing cold air and a few things you can check in your own home.

Why Is My Furnace Blowing Cold Air?

January 31, 2017

Knueve & Sons, Inc. shares a few reasons your furnace may be blowing cold air and a few things you can check in your own home.

Why Is My Furnace Blowing Cold Air?

January 31, 2017

Knueve & Sons, Inc. shares a few reasons your furnace may be blowing cold air and a few things you can check in your own home.