furnace Articles

6 Ways Your Furnace Keeps You Safe

December 13, 2024
A father fastens his son's safety helmet before going out to play he is making sure it's safely fastened to protect him.

Your fuel-burning furnace has a number of mechanisms allowing it to run safely and effectively. These features prevent fires and protect your indoor air quality (IAQ).

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What Are Furnace Filters?

November 15, 2024
Selective focus on section of a new white and clean residential air filter, typical for AC and heaters.

At Design Air, our experienced team of professionals are always on hand to answer any filter questions you may have as well as to replace or clean your air filter for you.

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5 Reasons to Schedule a Fall Furnace Clean and Check

October 15, 2024
Woman snuggled under duvet with cup of coffee or tea in bed at home.

As the leaves change color here in Montana, our team at Design Air is preparing for an important time of the year—furnace inspection season. 

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How Can I Make My Furnace Last Longer?

September 30, 2024
Family freezing at home because of an expensive heating during cold winter.

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. 

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How Does My Gas Furnace Work? 

January 15, 2024
Heating season. The use of gas as heating at home in winter, the cold season.

On a frosty winter’s day here in Montana, your gas furnace is hard at work, keeping your Missoula home warm and cozy.

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When Do I Need a New Furnace?

November 4, 2022
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Furnaces, as you probably know, don’t last forever. Nevertheless, they can be a burden to replace, often for financial reasons. Unfortunately, at a certain point, furnaces may actually be costing you more in repairs than it would cost to replace it.

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Heat Pump Versus Furnace

February 15, 2022
Heat Pump Versus Furnace

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

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Video – Upgrade Your Furnace

January 24, 2022
Upgrade Your Furnace

Upgrade your furnace for increased energy efficiency and heating cost reduction.

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Why Is My Furnace Blowing Cold Air?

February 11, 2021
why is my furnace blowing cold air? girl and her dog looking out the window

Did you finally turn your furnace on this winter only to have cold air blowing out of your vents? Or did your furnace stop working just when you started to need it most? There are a few reasons your furnace may be blowing cold air, and there a few things to check before you need…

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How Does My Gas Furnace Work?

September 14, 2015

A home’s furnace is a critical part of any HVAC system and is important to your family’s health and well being during the cold months. The team at Design Air is here to keep your furnace running at peak efficiency and help you understand furnace basics. Below is a general description of the major components…

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