Frequently Asked Questions
How Much is a Furnace?
Heaters can range in price from a few thousand dollars to several thousand. This price is variable depending on the model you choose, the size of the furnace, and its efficiency levels—as well as with whom you choose to work to install your new furnace. Speak with one of Appolo’s experts today to find the best furnace for your home.
What is a Heat Pump?
Despite their name, heat pumps actually help provide your home with both heating and cooling. To warm your home, a heat pump absorbs heat from outside or the ground and releases it inside; to cool your home, it pulls warm air from inside and releases it outside.
How Often Should I Change My Furnace Filter?
Across the HVAC industry, experts generally agree that the best practice is to change your furnace filter at least once every 90 days. This can vary, however, depending on the thickness of your filter. With thicker filters, there’s more room for dust and debris to collect, so you can go longer between filter replacements. Still, remembering to change your furnace filter regularly is key to ensuring your furnace will continue functioning properly for years.
How Does Radiant Floor Heat Work?
The main types of radiant floor heat are electric radiant floors and hydronic (or hot water) radiant floors. Hydronic radiant floor systems work by pumping heated water from a boiler to inlaid tubing beneath your floors. These systems are popular because not only do they enable you to divide your home into different heating zones and save on energy, but they're also the premiere system for providing comfort to your home or business during the cold months.
How Often Should I Service My Gas Fireplace or Furnace?
Furnaces must be serviced at least once a year—though, if possible, it’s best to service your furnace twice a year, both in the spring and the fall. During service, your furnace should be thoroughly examined, and special attention should be paid to cleaning the parts that most commonly malfunction, e.g., the air filter, fan, ignition system, fuel source, exhaust, and heat exchanger.
Gas fireplaces should also be serviced and inspected once a year in order to ensure a well-functioning system that will last over time.