Furnace Articles

Your furnace filter is the unsung hero of your furnace. It’s not complicated, but there are some basics you should know to help it work.

We can help. Woodard Cooling & Heating wishes more of our Kentucky customers knew about the simple ways to cut heating costs during the winter. Some require a small financial investment, but some are free and incredibly simple with a little diligence.

There are furnace-fan settings on your thermostat for ON and AUTO. Which option is the best choice for your home?

At Woodard Cooling & Heating, we take the safety of our customers in Kentucky very seriously. That’s why we want you to know how to spot a cracked heat exchanger.

A furnace is a big part of your life—whether you realize it or not. It keeps your Henderson home warm and can help with your indoor air quality (IAQ).   So it is important to gain a better understanding of furnace fundamentals.   Furnace Basics Training If you are a curious new Henderson homeowner or…

You just discovered there is a puddle of water on the floor in front of your furnace. What does this mean? Why would your furnace be leaking water? It could be a few different things. In most cases, it is not a big repair, so keep calm. However, you will need one of our Woodward…

A furnace is a major investment for any Morganfield homeowner. Although it’s not something that will need to be done frequently, most people will face the decision of needing to purchase a new heating system sometime during home ownership.

The average furnace lasts between 10 and 15 years. But did you know you can take steps to make it last even longer?

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

It’s normal for your furnace to make some noise. However, louder noises might spell trouble for your heating unit’s components.

You just discovered there is a puddle of water on the floor in front of your furnace. Why would your furnace be leaking water?

We encourage you to understand how your gas furnace works so you can spot any potential problems with your home’s heating system.

Long before the first night you’ll want to use it, you should have your furnace cleaned and checked by a professional.

Our team wants you to know the concept of short cycling, why it can be costly, its cause, and what you can do about it.

Is your home’s furnace blowing air without pause? This is actually a common problem our team sees frequently, so don’t worry.

We want to keep our customers in the know about overheating furnaces. Our team has compiled the following information for you.

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 Kentucky home. For your convenience and protection, our Woodard Cooling and…

Furnace filters. They’re one of those items not really on the top of everyone’s minds, but they are important and can have a big impact. At Woodard Cooling and Heating, we know with the right furnace filter, you can save money and improve your Henderson indoor air quality (IAQ) in one fell swoop. What Does a…

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. From our team here at Woodard Cooling and Heating in Henderson, here are six ways…

Is your energy bill too high in the winter? Are you looking for ways to cut costs? There are a number of simple things you can do at home to save money. Some of them are bigger projects, but most are simple things you can do in your day-to-day life to help reduce your heat…

If your furnace seems to be producing heating inconsistently around your Henderson 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…

It’s understandable that maintenance tasks often fall by the wayside. Many Corydon homeowners follow the mantra of “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” Everyone is busy and many seemingly more important priorities tend to creep up every month to consume time and money. However, the last thing you want to worry about when the…

It’s easy to moan when you decide that a major appliance or home system needs replacing. After all, these are expensive investments and probably not your favorite way to spend your hard-earned money. Unfortunately, there’s often not a clear-cut message, short of an appliance completely breaking down, that definitively indicates it’s time to buy a…

As the saying goes, “Time and tide wait for no one.” Whether you’re prepared or not, the summer months and warmer weather are gone, moving aside for fall and cooler temps. That means here in Henderson, Kentucky you need to think about preparing your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system for fall maintenance. Maintaining…

Did you finally turn this winter only to have cold air blowing out of your vents? Did your furnace stop working just when you started to need it most? 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…

We’re glad you asked! Furnaces, as you probably know, don’t last forever. And they can be a burden to replace, often for financial reasons. Unfortunately, at a certain point, your furnace may actually be costing you more in repairs than it would cost to replace it. If you’ve noticed any of these symptoms, you may…