Bill's Superheat, Inc. Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Kalispell’

Our Quick No-Heat Troubleshooting Checklist

Monday, February 3rd, 2025

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When you suddenly find yourself without heat in the middle of a Montana winter, you’re likely to feel alarmed, stressed, and frazzled—and, of course, very cold. You might think you should call right away to schedule an emergency heater repair in Kalispell, MT. But is that really necessary? Maybe… but maybe not!

The first thing to do in any emergency is to remind yourself to stay calm. It’s not easy, is it? But it’ll be much easier if you have a plan in place of what to do when such an emergency happens. Here’s our quick troubleshooting checklist for when your heat completely stops working. You might be able to sort it out yourself.

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Choosing an Ideal HVAC Contractor

Monday, November 25th, 2024

If you needed healthcare, would you check online forums for people advertising “general health work” and choose the person with the lowest rates, regardless of qualifications? Of course not! And yet that’s exactly what people often do when it comes to their HVAC systems, even though they’re absolutely essential to our safety and wellbeing.

You don’t need to be an HVAC expert to find an HVAC expert. All you need is a little information about what to look for. How can you tell if you’re choosing an ideal HVAC contractor? Here are the things you should keep in mind. Bill’s Superheat is your ideal HVAC contractor in Kalispell, MT.

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Foil Furnace Foes! Maintenance Prevents Repair Needs

Monday, November 11th, 2024

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Here in Montana, one of the most important things you can possibly think of is your home’s heating system. You absolutely need to have one. It needs to be a good one. And it must be ready to work properly whenever you need it, all throughout the long, cold winters! Furnace issues, and especially furnace breakdowns, should be avoided by any means necessary.

There’s one really top-notch way to make sure your heat will start up when you need it and keep running all winter with the lowest possible risk of requiring any kind of furnace repair. Annual professional furnace maintenance will prevent heating problems and breakdowns, plus offer many other benefits. Here are the details.

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Get Ready for Your Air Conditioning Replacement

Monday, August 19th, 2024

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Getting a new AC system is an absolute relief. The new air conditioner will work so well! It will be more efficient than your old system! And new air conditioners so rarely need repairs or have problems—what a joy that will be. But before you can simply kick back and let that cold air wash over you, you need to have the old air conditioner taken out and the new one installed.

Air conditioning replacement is old hat to us. We do it all the time! But it’s not something that happens every day in the average homeowner’s life. So you’d probably like to know more about what to expect. What can you do to get ready for your air conditioning replacement appointment? We’ve got great tips that will help it go quickly and smoothly.

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AC Noises You Don’t Want to Hear

Monday, August 5th, 2024

With many types of machinery and appliances, the owner and operator is not usually an expert at maintenance and repair. But you don’t have to be, as long as you can tell when you need to get expert help. If your car starts making a strange noise, you take it to the mechanic. The same is true of air conditioners. Odd sounds are signs that you need air conditioning repair in Kalispell, MT.

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What’s the Difference Between Ducted & Ductless Heat Pumps?

Monday, June 10th, 2024

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Whether you’re looking into a new system for your home’s climate control or you’re trying to determine what sort of upkeep, maintenance, or repair your existing system needs, it’s understandable if you have some questions. If you have a heat pump, or are getting one, this might be your first time dealing with this type of HVAC system. Could a ductless mini split in Kalispell, MT be best for you?

What do you need to know about heat pumps in general? And what about how the cooled or heated air is distributed? Some heat pumps are connected to a home’s ductwork. Some are not! What are the key differences between ducted and ductless heat pumps? Is one better than the other? What maintenance do they need? We’ll tell you everything.

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What Are Cold Climate Heat Pumps?

Monday, May 27th, 2024

Spring is the perfect time of year to evaluate your HVAC system. How are the various parts doing? Do you need to schedule maintenance or repairs? Or is it possible that it’s time to consider replacing your air conditioner or your furnace? There are some major advances that have taken place in recent years, and you could have better performance and higher efficiency with a new system.

What kind of new system? You could replace both your air conditioner and your furnace with a heat pump. No, heat pump technology isn’t new. But there have been some big changes to how—and how well—a heat pump can work in places with colder winters, as well as to the technology in general. Cold climate heat pumps are an excellent option for our area. We’ll tell you all about them.

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Keeping Your Cool: Why April and May is a Great Time for AC Maintenance

Monday, April 15th, 2024

As spring blooms and temperatures begin their climb towards summer highs, it’s easy to overlook the health of your home’s air conditioning system. However, neglecting your AC unit can lead to unpleasant surprises when the heat becomes unbearable. That is why April and May is the perfect time in Kalispell, MT to prioritize AC maintenance.

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Why Duct Repair Should Be a Top Priority

Monday, February 19th, 2024

The ductwork in your home is designed to be unobtrusive. You don’t want to see it, and it obliges by remaining hidden behind walls and in closed-off spaces like the attic. Because ducts are out of your sight, it’s easy to forget about them. That can mean trouble if you have damaged ductwork. Ducts with breaks, leaks, misalignments, or other problems should be a top priority as soon as you know about them.

You can call us for duct repair in Kalispell, MT. Below, we’ll look at why damaged ducts need to be solved ASAP!

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This Furnace Damage is Completely Unfixable

Monday, January 22nd, 2024

Your furnace works around the clock to keep you and your home warm. This is especially true throughout the chilling winter months, when our reliance on these systems becomes increasingly evident.

Every once and a while it’s a good idea to give your unit a check up to see if there is any need for furnace repairs in Kalispell, MT. Catching a small repair early with regular scheduled maintenance can prevent a major problem like the one we’re here to talk about. This issue is often considered beyond repair and could force you to get a whole new furnace.

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