Furnaces Articles

How Does My Gas Furnace Work?

November 15, 2023
How Does My Gas Furnace Work? - Heating season. The use of gas as heating at home in winter, the cold season. The concept, the model of the house stands near the flame of a gas boiler. The cost of heating real estate.

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

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How Can I Save Money on My Heating Bill This Winter?

January 24, 2022
Heating BIll

Is your energy bill too high in the winter? Are you looking for ways to cut costs? There are a number of simple things you can do at home to save money. Some of them are bigger projects, but most are simple things you can do in your day-to-day life to help reduce your heat cost this winter. At AiRCO Mechanical, we want to help you achieve the highest comfort in your San Antonio home at an affordable price.

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What Does AFUE Mean?

February 28, 2021
what is AFUE?

While an air conditioner’s efficiency is measured by its SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) rating, an electric or gas- or oil-fired furnace’s efficiency is measured by its AFUE, or average fuel utilization efficiency. This standard measurement is given in percentages, letting you know how much of your fuel is actually used to heat your Texas home and how much fuel is wasted.

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