How Central Heating Works

Diagram of a central air-conditioning system of a house including a network of warm air and cold air ducts.

How do central heating systems work? The diagrams and descriptions in this section define central heating and air conditioning, forced-air furnaces, as well as radiant heating systems. Need Help NOW? Get a Local Heating Pro Fast! A central heating system has a primary heating appliance such as a furnace or boiler located in an out-of-the-way […]

How to Replace a Furnace, AC or Heat Pump Filter

Man’s hand removing an air conditioner filter on a wall return-air register.

Dirty AC or furnace filters are the number one problem when forced-air heating and cooling systems don’t work right. With a central forced-air heating and cooling system, heat-pump, furnace or AC air filters remove dust and allergens from the air before warming or cooling air and returning it to your rooms. For this reason, filters […]

Furnace Not Working | DIY Furnace Troubleshooting & Repairs

A technician using diagnostic tools on a home furnace in the basement.

If your furnace doesn’t heat or works poorly, this expert DIY guide will help you troubleshoot and fix typical problems. In This Article: Furnace Not Working — No Gas Flame Heating or Cycling Problems Furnace Does Not Blow Air Blower Runs Continuously Noisy Furnace or Duct Work Furnace Not Working — Oil Burner Need furnace help […]

Buying a High-Efficiency Furnace

gas furnace burners

In This Article: How Efficiency Is Measured Energy-Saving Features How Much Does a Furnace Cost? Need help with your furnace NOW? Get a Local Heating Pro Fast! What is the best forced-air furnace to buy? This expert, unbiased furnace buying guide will help you choose between the major brands to find the right heater for […]