Forquer Knowledge Base
Practical heating and cooling advice to help you stay comfortable and make smart decisions for your home.
Heating & Cooling Tips You Can Actually Use
We share what we've learned from nearly 30 years of keeping Northeast Ohio homes comfortable. From seasonal maintenance advice to troubleshooting common problems, these guides are written to help you stay ahead of breakdowns and make the most of your HVAC system.
How the Windows in Your Home Affect Your Furnace and Heating
Forquer has partnered with Virteom to provide knowledge to the people of Northeast Ohio, Akron and Canton area. Our customers are becoming more knowledgeable and proactive with their homes and we want them to have the tools and the answers they need. This week we tackle the question, Does the amount of windows in your home make…
Are Heat Pumps Good to Heat Your Northeast Ohio Home?
Forquer Heating has partnered with Virteom to answer customer questions and show our heating and cooling abilities through video. On this week’s video, Forquer Heating’s own – Jim Forquer Sr. takes on the age old question “Is a heat pump good enough to heat my Northeast Ohio home?” We know that Northeast Ohio is a cold climate,…
Correctly Sizing Your Furnace (When Replacing It)
When it comes time to replace your furnace, you may think it’s as easy as swapping out old parts for new. But that’s not the case. The reality is, is that your old equipment may not have ever been sized correctly when it was first installed. That means 20+ years of ill-fitting equipment. Prior to thorough load…
When is the Best Time to Buy a New Air Conditioner? The Answer May Surprise You
If you’re looking to buy an air conditioner for the summer, the best time to shop is now! It may seem counterintuitive, but the truth is this: buyers can find the best deals on new air conditioners (and HVAC services) from late February into late March. Keep reading and find out why the end of winter…
The importance of regular A/C Maintenance
During a hot summer day in Akron, there’s no better escape from the blazing sun and humidity than a nice cool air-conditioned house. What would you do if all of a sudden, your sweet escape slipped away because your air conditioner stopped working? You may slowly begin to think back to a time in April…
Controlling Humidity Levels in Your Home
When you think about your air conditioner, you probably only think about it in terms of temperature control. Sure — on a hot summer’s day in Akron, who isn’t grateful for their air conditioner and the relief that it can provide? Many people, however, don’t realize that an a/c has another, very important job: controlling the…
Do Not Treat Your Home A/C Like Your Car A/C
As summer approaches here in the Akron and Canton area, residents are preparing for the summer heat by making sure their home air conditioning units are in good shape. By late June, with temperatures pushing up into the 80s, area air conditioners will be running steadily. Because of this, it’s important for area residents to…
Should I add Ductwork to a Three-Season Room to Use it Year-Round?
Making the best use of all the spaces in your home often leads to a common question – Should I add ductwork to a three-season room to make it usable year-round? Unfortunately, there is no straightforward answer. Quite simply, the answer is that it depends. But this does not help you, does it? Let’s look at a…
Protect Your Home from Carbon Monoxide
When it comes to protecting your home, you want to ensure that you have every safety measure in place. You may have an alarm system for intruders, a smoke alarm to alert your family in case of fire – but what about protection from things you can’t see? We’re not talking about ghosts, but something…
Why You Should Replace Your Flue Pipe and Chimney Liner
The temperatures drop and the winds blow hard in the Akron/Canton area as winter approaches. A well-functioning furnace keeps your family warm and safe during Northeast Ohio’s colder seasons. However, problems with your furnace’s chimney liner and flue pipe put you at risk for illness or even death. Replacing the chimney liner and flue pipe…
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