Month: November 2019Archive:

What Causes The Burning Smell When I Turn On The Heater?

November 19, 2019

When your heater turns on, does it make a burning smell that has you racing from room to room, searching for a fire? If so, you’re not alone — that burning odor is fairly common, and, in many cases, completely harmless. However, it can be indicative of an electrical problem or broken components. Here are a few of the most common causes of that burning smell and how to fix them. Clogged Air Filter A clogged air filter harbors lots of dust, pet hair, and other debris. When hot air passes through the filter,

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Why Is My AC Making Unusual Noises?

November 1, 2019

McGowan's Heating & Air Conditioning provides a full range of cooling services in Jacksonville and throughout the surrounding areas. Over our more than 40 years of service, we have often had customers ask us about strange noises coming from their AC units. Let’s take a closer look. Noise From Outside Units If you have an outside unit such as a heat pump, some noise should be expected. In fact, your heat pump will sound different in winter than it does in summer due to the reverse flow of refrigerant. However, you will get to know your unit over

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