It is an “Oh no!” moment when 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? Not necessarily. In fact, most of the time, it is something minor and can be easily fixed.
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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 Chicago home. For your convenience and protection, our Shavitz Heating…
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If your furnace seems to be producing heat inconsistently around your Evanston 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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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.
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We receive countless calls every time the temperatures drop below normal ranges, as homeowners here in Chicago encounter problems with their home’s heating system.
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Your fuel-burning furnace has a number of mechanisms allowing it to run safely and effectively. These features prevent fires and protect your indoor air quality (IAQ). They also work to prevent internal errors from damaging large portions of your furnace.
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17.2 million households in the United States use a humidifier—install one, and join the households who have been maximizing their indoor comfort.
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You can spend up to 30 percent less to cool and up to 60 percent less to heat when you upgrade your AC system, according to ENERGY STAR®.
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In the world of HVAC, change is constant, and 2025 marks a significant shift in refrigerant standards.
With the transition to A2L refrigerants and the phasedown of R-410A, the industry is abuzz with questions, concerns, and opportunities.
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Today’s air conditioner (AC) is based on a prototype invented in 1902 by Willis Carrier, an engineer from Buffalo, New York. Unlike earlier forms of cooling, Carrier’s model controlled the temperature by removing heat and humidity from the air. Below are some air conditioning basics.
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