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6 Ways Your Furnace Keeps You Safe
December 16, 2020 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 Miller’s Area Heating in Grayslake, here are six ways your furnace is working to
5 Ways to Save Money on Your Air Conditioning and Summer Energy Bill
June 10, 2020 As the summer months approach, we are all looking to save some pennies where we can. So why not start with your costly utility bills? The US Department of Energy says that air conditioning can account for 35 to 40 percent of your utility bill here in Illinois. At Miller’s Area Heating & Air Conditioning,
5 Reasons to Schedule a Fall Furnace Clean and Check
Once the cooler weather hits here in Grayslake this fall, you are going to want the inside of your home toasty and comfortable. This means turning on your furnace. Long before the first night you’ll want to use it, you should have your furnace cleaned and checked by a professional from Miller’s Area Heating & Air Conditioning. You may
What Are the Different Types of Furnaces?
October 14, 2022 This winter, you’re hoping to have a brand new furnace to keep you warm. But there are so many furnaces to choose from. You’re left wondering, which is the right one for your Grayslake home? Furnaces are available in many shapes, sizes, and price points. The best choice will come down to your
Video – When Do I Need to Replace the Batteries in My Smoke Detector?
September 30, 2022 Change the batteries in your smoke and CO detectors when you change your clocks for daylight savings. It’s an easy reminder to replace them and is very important for your safety! Miller’s Area Heating
Fall HVAC Maintenance
September 12, 2022 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 Grayslake you need to think about preparing your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system for fall maintenance. Maintaining
Video – Should I Set My Thermostat to ON or AUTO?
August 31, 2022 On most thermostats, you can choose between On or Auto for your fan setting. On tells your HVAC unit to run its fans all the time, even when the air isn’t being heated or cooled. Auto means the fan only runs when your air is being treated. It might be a good
What You Should Know About Air Handlers
August 15, 2022 A heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) air handler unit, or AHU, may resemble a furnace in appearance, but its purpose is very different. It conditions and circulates both cool and hot air, depending on what time of year it is. An air handler works in tandem with your air conditioner or
Video – Energy Saving Tip 6
July 25, 2022 Cool your home by opening the windows at night and save on your energy bill. The outdoor breeze will keep your home feeling cool. Miller’s Area Heating & Air Conditioning
How to Properly Size an AC System
July 7, 2022 In the heat of the summer, it’s easy to assume that bigger is better when it comes to air conditioning (AC) systems. Obviously, if you have an air conditioner that’s too small in your Grayslake home, you will not be able to keep your temperatures consistently low even if the unit is