What does AFUE stand for? AFUE is an abbreviation for Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency. It is important, because the FTC requires that all new furnaces and boilers display the AFUE ratings. It allows consumers to compare the energy efficiency of different furnaces and boilers. Many consumers have confusion over what Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency actually […]
Every heating season it is recommended that you have your furnace maintained and cleaned thoroughly. Why? Your furnace is a machine that serves two purposes. First, it works in conjunction with your air conditioning systems during the summer cooling season. Secondly, the furnace then becomes a comfort heating vessel and usually works from late September […]
Furnace troubleshooting can be tricky sometimes, and furnace repairs for home owners might seem complicated. We do not discourage you from repairing your own furnace or boiler. We feel if you’re up to the task why not. If you’re trying to repair your own furnace or boiler, we always welcome a call from you with any questions […]
Merry Christmas from the Families of Around The Town Heating and Cooling! Only 7 days left to the deadline of the purchase of your new furnace or boiler that qualifies for the energy tax credit. If you do not have your high efficient furnace or boiler installed by the 31st you will no longer have the […]
If you’re having trouble with your furnace or boiler and are thinking about replacing it, hurry the expiration of the energy tax credit expires in 19 days. Receive a tax credit up to 30% of the cost of installation of a 95.1% efficient furnace or boiler. New high efficient furnace and boilers are a great […]
Furnace manufactures require the homeowners to register their new furnace, boilers, and air conditioners within 60 days of purchase in order to receive the ten year parts warranty. If the equipment is not registered, the warranty reverts back to a 5 year parts warranty. At Around The Town Heating, we register all heating and air […]
It will be back to school very soon. The stores have been stocking the shelves with school supplies. Instead of school supplies, we have been stocking our shop with high efficient boilers and furnaces for our own Chicago Furnace Back To School Sale. Autumn will be here shortly, and the weather will be changing like […]