How to Clean a Furnace

On December 30, 2022

How to Clean Your Gas Furnace The furnace is the powerhouse of the HVAC system. Routine maintenance of this component is crucial to the health and longevity of your HVAC system. The easiest way to maintain your furnace and ensure it functions properly is regular cleaning. If you have never cleaned your furnace, it is […]

What’s the Difference between Furnace vs Heater?

On September 29, 2022

(Updated Feb. 2025) As the chilly month’s approach, you’re certainly glad to have a good, reliable source of heat in your home. Do you know what type of device heats your home, though? Modern homes come equipped with heaters and furnaces to keep the interior warm, and while they both serve the same function, they […]

What Is Auxiliary Heat?

On May 3, 2022

You may think your heater does all the work of keeping your home at the temperature you want it on its own, but it frequently gets extra help from auxiliary heat. This extra help gives your heater an extra boost when outside circumstances prevent its power from being enough to heat your home efficiently. What […]

Know Your HVAC System Components and How They Work

On October 6, 2021

What You’ll Learn As you read about the individual HVAC components within your system, you’ll learn: There are several key parts of an HVAC system to learn about. Even if you can’t repair or replace the parts yourself, knowing about the various HVAC components will make you feel more confident when you call for service. […]

What is a Furnace Tune-Up & Why You Should Get One

On December 30, 2019

Updated Feb 26, 2025 A furnace tune-up focuses on optimizing the efficiency and performance of your HVAC system. You can schedule regular or seasonal tune-ups. Regular tune-ups ensure the system runs smoothly all year round, while seasonal tune-ups prepare it for changing weather. Schedule a seasonal tune-up to prepare for winter and enhance indoor comfort […]

Phoenix HVAC Maintenance

On March 7, 2019

At Howard Air & Plumbing, we are proud to offer a full line of maintenance services that can add years of life to your heating and cooling system. With the help of our HVAC maintenance, your system will run with greater efficiency in addition to lasting longer. This increased efficiency will keep your home more […]

Furnace Maintenance Tune-up Checklist

On March 1, 2019

Regular maintenance is required to keep your home’s heating system working in optimal condition. An annual tune-up by an experienced professional technician will prolong the life of your heater and increase its efficiency, which will, in turn, lower your utility bills. If you need a heating tune-up in Phoenix, here’s what you need to know. […]

What is the Cost of a New Furnace & Central Air Package?

On January 24, 2018

One of the first things Phoenix homeowners discover is the importance of an efficient HVAC system – including excellent heating and cooling. Getting the temperature you want, when you want it, isn’t just about comfort – it’s also crucial to saving more money. Your furnace and central air systems are two of the most prominent […]

How Much Does Furnace Maintenance Cost?

On January 12, 2018

Most people in the Valley know how critical it is to have their air conditioner regularly maintained, but did you know that furnace maintenance in Arizona is just as important? Despite our moderate winters, your furnace is still likely to get a fair amount of use, especially once those chilly desert nights start. 3 Reasons […]

How Long Do Furnaces Last?

On January 8, 2018

Winter Chills in Phoenix One of the most common questions our Howard Air & Plumbing team gets is “How long do furnaces last?” Here in Arizona, most people know a good amount about their air conditioner; after all, it’s what gets us all through those blazing summers. However, desert dwellers often take less time to […]

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