Why is my furnace blowing cold air?

The nights are getting cooler which means you’ll be using your heater more. Nothing is worse than receiving a blast of cold air when you are expecting warm comfort. If you are getting cold air, it is probably due to the following reasons: Thermostat setting – make...

Why isn’t my furnace working?

The weather is starting to get cool (finally).  Nothing is worse than turning the furnace on and realize nothing is happening.  Here are some troubleshooters for you: Your furnace is running but isn’t providing enough heat: Be sure nothing is blocking the flow of warm...

When should you tune up your furnace for winter?

We know that when it is still hot inside, the last thing you are thinking about is heating your home but now is actually the right time to check your furnace and schedule an annual checkup.  The last thing you want is to have cold air blowing out when the temperature...

The Dangers of using an Unlicensed HVAC Contractor

Family Air Heating and Cooling is a licensed and insured HVAC contractor.  Sometimes our technicians are called to homes were the previous work was done by an unlicensed worker and failed.   Worse the homeowner is unable to locate the unlicensed worker and ends us...

Is it time to replace your air conditioner unit?

It’s been a hot summer here in Tucson and chances are next summer is going to be the same.  The fall is actually a good time to purchase a new unit since costs are usually lower.  Yes, a new unit is a big investment, but so is the cost of continuing to...

When should you replace your heater?

Here are some signs that will help tell you that it may be time to consider replacing your furnace. Your heat pump is over 10 years old. Consider replacing it with a unit that has earned the ENERGY STAR label. Installed correctly, these high-efficiency units can save...