Lighting the pilot light on your furnace can seem impossible if you’ve never done it before. Knowing the proper way to light the pilot light can make turning your furnace on a breeze, however. Don’t go another day without heat because your pilot light won’t stay lit. We’ll go over the easy, detailed steps for how to light a pilot light on a furnace.
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Many of our customers wonder what uses more energy, heat or AC. If you are like most people, you probably notice spikes during the hottest part of summer and the coldest part of winter. The question is, does AC use more electricity than heating? Which part of your HVAC system is more expensive to run? We’ll answer all this and more and provide details on how to make your home more energy-efficient with the help of Johnson & Johnson Heating and Air Conditioning, your source for all things HVAC in Frederick, MD.
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When power outages happen, it’s not uncommon for your home air conditioning system to not restart. This is a safety mechanism built into the system to protect its internal components from long-term damage due to the power outage. By understanding how to reset your air conditioning system, you can get it back up and running without having to call in a professional. Start With Your Thermostat When your air conditioning system isn’t working, it’s likely your first instinct to head to your electrical panel. However, you need to start with your thermostat. Turn your thermostat to the off position. It...
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Noisy air conditioners can be annoying. Loud or strange sounds from your AC indicate that something is wrong with the cooling system, which may require replacement or repair. Ignoring these loud, squeaking, or buzzing sounds could worsen the problem, leading to costly repairs or replacement. If your AC is producing rattling or other weird sounds, here are some of the possible causes. Old or Slipped Belt The squealing noise you hear from your air conditioner could be due to a slipped belt. The belt connects the engine to the AC compressor. An old belt squeals right before it becomes completely...
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If your home doesn’t have ducts, a central HVAC system isn’t an option unless you have them installed. An alternative is having a mini-split system installed, which will heat and cool your house with no ducts. How Do Mini-Split Systems Work? A mini-split system has an outdoor unit and one or more indoor units. The outdoor unit has a compressor and a condenser. Indoor units have a blower, a control panel, and an evaporator. Each one is controlled by a remote. The outdoor and indoor units are connected by tubes containing refrigerants. Operation In the summer, warm air gets sucked...
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The start of the year is a great time to make your home more comfortable. There are several ways to make your home more comfortable while also saving you money. Take Care of Small Tasks There are several small ways to make your home more comfortable in 2021. You should commit to changing your furnace filter more often, which improves the air quality in your home and makes it more comfortable. Make sure there’s nothing covering air vents and that you’ve caulked cracks around your windows. Upgrade Your Thermostat If you don’t already have a programmable thermostat, you should buy...
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Today’s whole-house humidifiers offer a number of excellent health benefits. One of those benefits is a significant reduction of problems with dry skin. To learn more, read on as we cover the basics of whole-house humidifiers as well as their great effects on dry skin. How They Work Unlike small portable humidifier units, whole-house humidifiers work on a much larger scale to quickly and thoroughly humidify your entire home. They work automatically and are actually installed into your home’s HVAC system so when it runs, the humidifier also runs. As air is pushed through the duct system, that air is...
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You don’t need to reduce your indoor comfort in order to keep your energy bills low throughout the summer. Your AC’s power consumption should never be too high when you stay on top of important maintenance tasks. There are a few other things you can do to reduce your AC’s power consumption even more. Clean the Air Filter You should change the air filter monthly to keep your AC’s power consumption low. When the air filter is full, your air conditioner struggles to operate at the same level and uses up more power to cool your home. Other problems may...
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As we continue to monitor the unforeseen situation that is present with the coronavirus (COVID- 19) and associated illnesses, Johnson & Johnson Heating and Air Conditioning has developed this policy to maintain a safe and healthy environment for all team members, visitors, customers and stakeholders. Johnson & Johnson Heating and Air Conditioning wishes to ensure all customers that we have continuity plans in place to deliver uninterrupted service and support to customers as we navigate the uncertainty of COVID-19. Johnson & Johnson Heating and Air Conditioning Team Johnson & Johnson Heating and Air Conditioning has implemented an extensive COVID-19 Policy....
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