Furnace Articles

What Is Your Furnace Saying When It Pops, Booms, and Rattles

January 31, 2026

Every time your furnace kicks on, your Georgia home fills with familiar, mechanical sounds. There’s the gentle whoosh of air through ductwork, and the quiet hum of a blower motor.

How Do I Know I Have a Cracked Heat Exchanger?

January 15, 2026

Our experienced furnace repair technicians will inspect and diagnose your furnace issue and resolve the concerns you are having.

10 Things to Consider When Buying a New Furnace

December 15, 2025

Winter in Vinings is shaping up to be especially harsh this year. Can you imagine not having your furnace to help you make it through? You go to turn it on … and instead of rushing warm air through your ducts, it rattles, groans, and then just sits in sullen silence, clearly protesting another season of overworked servitude.

Furnace Maintenance and Winter Energy Saving Tips

November 30, 2025

It’s understandable that home maintenance tasks can fall by the wayside. Many homeowners in Smyrna follow the old saying: “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” Life gets busy, and other priorities tend to creep in each month, eating away at your time and budget.

How to Keep Warm During Extreme Cold Weather

October 31, 2025

We receive countless calls every time the temperatures drop below normal ranges, as homeowners here in Georgia encounter problems with their home’s heating system.

Why Is My Furnace Leaking Water?

February 28, 2025

Just so you are aware, the worst-case scenario is a faulty furnace secondary heat exchanger, but it is only for high-efficiency furnaces.

How Can I Make My Furnace Last Longer?

February 15, 2025

The average furnace lasts between 10 and 15 years. But did you know you can take steps to make it last longer? There is no shortcut or hack to increase your furnace’s longevity.

Why Isn’t My Furnace Heating My Entire Home?

December 31, 2024

If your furnace seems to be producing heat inconsistently around your Marietta home to you, you’re not alone. Many homes have varied conditions from room to room, causing spotty heating or cooling.

Why Is the Furnace Pilot Light Going Out?

November 30, 2024

This issue happens more often than not with older furnaces, and it could be a sign you are ready to upgrade your Vinings home’s heating and cooling system with a new model. At the 10-year mark, furnaces start to lose efficiency and begin breaking down more frequently.

What Are the Different Types of Furnaces?

January 15, 2024

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 Vinings home?

7 Furnace Maintenance Tips

November 15, 2023

It’s understandable that maintenance tasks often fall by the wayside. Many Smyrna homeowners follow the mantra of “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.”

What Are Furnace Filters?

January 18, 2023

It’s crucial to take proper care of your furnace—it provides your Smyrna home with the heat you need to stay warm.

Heat Pump Versus Furnace

December 15, 2022

Looking to install a new heater in your Marietta home? Your two most popular choices are a heat pump and a furnace. Each one has advantages and disadvantages when compared to the other.

What Are Signs I Need a New Furnace?

November 15, 2022

A furnace is a major investment for any Vinings homeowner. Although it’s not something that will need to be done frequently, most people will face the decision of needing to purchase a new heating system sometime during home ownership.

How Do I Know When I Need a New Furnace?

September 12, 2022

You may need to replace the furnace in your Vinings home. Call Carter & Sons HVAC today to learn more about how we can help you.

Why Isn’t My Furnace Heating My Entire Home?

February 8, 2022

If your furnace seems to be producing heat inconsistently around your Smyrna home to you, you’re not alone. Many homes have varied conditions from room to room causing spotty heating or cooling. On cold days, this can be a nuisance. For example, you may be confined to only a few rooms in your home. Or you might have to wear a coat and blanket just to function around the house.

Video- Check Your Furnace Pilot Light

December 16, 2021

Your furnace may be blowing cold air because the pilot light has gone out. Call us at 770-434-4095 or request service online to have it properly fixed. This is indicative of a bigger problem that requires professional help.

Fall HVAC Maintenance

November 10, 2021

Here in Georgia, we’ve reached the season that makes you say, “Gosh, it’s so dark out. Is it really only six in the evening?” Before the days get too short, remember to check off heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) maintenance from your autumn to-do list.

What Is Short Cycling?

January 1, 2021

Our team at Carter & Sons HVAC wants you to understand the concept of short cycling, why it can be harmful and costly, what causes the problem, and what you can do about it.