Scaran Blog: Archive for the ‘Heating’ Category

If You’re Having These Heating Problems Make Sure You Contact a Technician

Monday, March 4th, 2019

Technician servicing an hot-water heaterIt’s a good idea to make sure your heating system is in order, especially since we’re now in the middle of winter. Sometimes, there are signs of heating problems that homeowners aren’t aware of. Here at our company, we see a lot of late-stage heating problems or complete heating system breakdowns because homeowners failed to notice the early signs of a malfunction. We’re here to lay out the warning signs that you should look for.

If you need Piscataway, NY furnace repair in your home, make sure that you contact our team. We’re the most reliable HVAC company here in Staten Island because we are committed to customer satisfaction.

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How to Know When It’s Time to Let Go: Upgrading Your Heater

Monday, February 18th, 2019

service-technician-with-a-customerSometimes it’s hard to say goodbye, but it’s a better idea to let go of your heater when the time is right than to tussle with an inefficient heater. You might think that it’s cheaper to just deal with the frequent repair costs rather than facing the situation and buying a new heater—after all, look at the price of a repair versus the price of buying a new heater and installation services, right? Wrong.

All those repair costs really add up. If you really want to save money in an effective manner, make sure that you upgrade your heater when the time is right. If you’re unsure of when the time is right, keep reading below. Lots of homeowners aren’t sure when they should pull the trigger, so we’ve compiled a list of the right signs below. If you’re ready for a heater upgrade in Staten Island, NY then we’re the team to call.

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Why You Should Install a Ductless System

Monday, February 4th, 2019

sun-and-snowflake-badgeThe middle of winter here in Staten Island is cold. You’re relying on your heater more than you ever have and the constant use might put a little excess strain on the heating system. The added strain can really start to highlight the problems in your heating system. The longer winter goes on, the more apparent these problems become.

When you’re ready to make the switch, the transition can be a little rocky. There’s so much to know about your home’s HVAC system and how to best fit your system with a ductless mini split. If you’re looking for ductless HVAC services in Staten Island, NY make sure that you contact our team here at Scaran.

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Consider a Boiler for Your Heating Upgrade!

Monday, January 21st, 2019

Industrial boiler gas regulation and metering moduleThe majority of people across the nation don’t think twice when it comes to the options for heating their home—they opt for a furnace system. We’re not knocking forced-air heating systems, these systems are great. But they aren’t the only effective way to heat your home. If you’re one of the many people who has realized it’s time to upgrade your heating system after running it all winter, consider stepping outside the box with your heating system this time around.

To many homeowners, boilers seem a little outdated. They’re actually a comfortable and efficient means of heating your home especially here in our cold climate in Staten Island. Boilers provide heat for your home differently than furnace systems because boilers are a radiant heating system. If you want to install a boiler in your Staten Island, NY home this winter contact our team. We have nearly 90 years of experience in the HVAC industry and we put it to good use.

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5 Signs That You Need a Furnace Upgrade

Monday, January 7th, 2019

Inside a gas furnace. Focus = the top of the middle flange. 12MP camera.Not sure if it’s time for you to have a furnace upgrade? We know that sometimes it’s hard to make that decision. Committing to buying a new furnace for your home and spending money on the installation services is incredibly expensive, so when you’re ready, you want to be sure. However, you don’t want to wait too long to take action. When you need a furnace upgrade in Staten Island, NY, be sure to contact our team. All our technicians are extensively trained, licensed, and experienced so that we can help you in any endeavors that you need in your home.

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Get Smart: It’s Time for a New Thermostat

Monday, December 10th, 2018

studio shot of modern thermostatHaving trouble heating your home this winter? Your first thought might be to go to what you think the source is—your actual heating unit. We want to encourage you to take a look at your thermostat first before you venture over to your furnace, heat pump, or boiler.

You’ve probably heard people sing the praises of smart thermostats, but you’re hesitating because you don’t feel like anything is wrong with the thermostat you currently have. After all, your thermostat clearly displays the temperature and activates your heater, right? Sure. But a smart thermostat can do so much more than this for you.

A smart thermostat system works for you and helps you save money. If you want to upgrade your thermostat in Staten Island, NY contact our team. We’ll help you find the right smart thermostat to meet your needs.

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Reasons Your Home Is Heating Unevenly

Monday, November 12th, 2018

man-keping-warmIs your living room burning hot, but your bedroom is freezing cold? You’re having trouble with uneven heating, but what’s the cause of this problem? Uneven heating is one of the most frustrating problems to have in your home because it makes it impossible to feel comfortable in every area of the house. There is a wide array of problems that cause uneven heating, but luckily, there are also many solutions for this as well.

If you need a great Edison, NJ HVAC company then you need our team. We can get your heating system running like new again.

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Get a Furnace Check-Up Before Winter

Monday, October 15th, 2018

Technician looking over a gas furnace with a flashlight before cleaning it.Temperatures are cooling off here in Staten Island, so make sure you prepare your home. Something as simple as a furnace check-up before we reach our cold winter weather makes the world of difference to the comfort of your home and it saves you money. You need reliable heating services here in New York so don’t settle for anything less than the best when preparing your home for our bitterly cold winters. When you need furnace repair in Staten Island, NY call our team here at Scaran. We always put the needs of the customer first at our company.

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Is Your Home Still Too Cold? Here Are 4 Possible Reasons

Monday, March 19th, 2018

man-keping-warmWe may be in for a wet and cold stretch here at the beginning of spring—although that’s not much of a surprise in Staten Island. Even though this is the time of year when we recommend customers arrange for a professional inspection and tune-up for their air conditioning system (prep early, you never know what’s around the corner), staying warm is still going to be the first priority for the next few weeks.

But has staying warm in your home been difficult this year? If you’re experiencing cold spots in your house and find more often the family congregating in only certain areas because of the poor heating, there are things you can do about it. But first, let’s find out why it’s happening.

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How a Malfunctioning Thermostat Affects Your Heating

Monday, March 5th, 2018

setting-thermostatThe thermostat appears to be a simple device. You adjust it and program it so you have the indoor climate you want, and probably don’t give much more thought to it than that. (Unless, of course, you’ve got family members arguing over what temperature to set it!)

But many common problems homeowners encounter with their heating systems can be traced to thermostat malfunctions. These problems can be mistaken for issues in the heater itself, and this is one of the reasons you always want to call on professionals for any service for your heating in Staten Island, NY that you might need. The experts can detect if the trouble is in the heater or if the thermostat is at fault.

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