Furnace Articles

Why Is My Furnace Leaking Water?

February 28, 2025
HVAC technician performing maintenance on a furnace vent.

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?

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How Do I Know When It’s Time to Buy a New Furnace

February 14, 2025
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Opt for an ENERG STAR® qualified furnace—these can be up to 15 percent more efficient than traditional furnaces, according to ENERGY STAR.

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What Are The Different Types of Furnaces?

January 31, 2025
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You’ll be pleased to know that today’s gas furnaces burn at an efficiency rating as high as 97 percent, according to Consumer Reports.

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How to Lower Your Winter Heating Bill

January 10, 2025
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Distinct Heating & Cooling wishes more of our Alberta customers knew about the simple ways to cut heating costs during the winter.

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Why Is the Furnace Pilot Light Going Out?

December 30, 2024
Why Is the Furnace Pilot Light Going Out?

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

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How Does a Gas Furnace Work?

December 17, 2024
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Our highly trained HVAC professionals are here to explain things in more depth and lend a hand with any furnace issue that arises.

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How Do I Keep My Heat During Extreme Cold Weather?

November 29, 2024
How Do I Keep My Heat During Extreme Cold Weather? Senior couple sitting in front of a fireplace in their home, drinking hot chocolate from mugs.

We receive countless calls every time the temperatures drop below normal ranges, as homeowners here in Calgary, encounter problems with their home’s heating system. With the record-low temperatures and extreme conditions most of the country is currently experiencing, our Distinct Heating & Cooling professionals want to share some insights and tips with you to keep your indoors cozy while Old Man Winter blusters away outdoors.

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Why Isn’t My Furnace Heating My Entire Home?

November 15, 2024
Why Isn’t My Furnace Heating My Entire Home? Photo of a famiyl of three, freezing in their living room huddled together under a blanket to stay warm.

If your furnace seems to be producing heat inconsistently around your Calgary 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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What Are the Basics of Furnace Filters?

October 28, 2024
What Are the Basics of Furnace Filters? Tech ahanging furnace filter.

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.

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5 Reasons to Schedule a Fall Furnace Clean and Check

September 16, 2024
5 Reasons to Schedule a Fall Furnace Clean and Check. Pretty Woman Snuggled Under Duvet With Cup of Coffee or Tea in Bed at Home Bedroom. Morning, Leisure and People Concept.

As the leaves change color here in Alberta, our team at Distinct Heating & Cooling is preparing for an important time of the year—furnace inspection season.

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Why Won’t My Furnace Stop Running?

April 30, 2024
Why Won’t My Furnace Stop Running? Mature adult man working at home.

Is your furnace blowing air without pause? If so, you’re probably feeling a bit concerned. First, your Calgary house most likely feels like an oven. On top of that, your utility bill will be considerably higher with your furnace constantly running. Believe it or not, this is a fairly common problem our professionals at Distinct Heating & Cooling see frequently, so you don’t need to worry.

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What’s That Smell Coming From My Furnace?

April 15, 2024
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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 Calgary home. For your convenience and protection, our Distinct Heating…

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How to Spot a Cracked Heat Exchanger

January 31, 2024
How to Spot a Cracked Heat Exchanger. Man coughs in his elbow while sitting on sofa at home.

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

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7 Furnace Maintenance Tips

September 1, 2023
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It’s understandable that maintenance tasks often fall by the wayside. Many 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 weather…

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