Christmas Light Parade 2014

November 19th, 2014

Purl’s Sheet Metal will be entering the parade again with their fleet of antique fire apparatus decorated and loaded with Purl’s Sheet Metal employees and families. The Purl’s Sheet Metal & Air Conditioning fleet includes, 1979 Crown Fire Coach Pumper, 1951 American LaFrance Pumper and a 1948 American LaFrance Aerial Ladder Truck.

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What Does the AFUE Rating on a Furnace Mean for My Heating?

November 14th, 2014

The energy efficiency of the furnace that keeps your house warm is one of the most important things to know about it. You can use it to estimate how much a furnace will cost to run, and it also serves as an early warning of repair issues should the furnace start to create higher heating bills than normal.

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What’s at Risk if I Try to Install a Furnace on My Own?

November 7th, 2014

We understand that many people in the Central Valley have strong “do-it-yourself” drives when it comes to home improvements and repairs. However, if the home improvement that you need to undertake is installing a new gas furnace, you absolutely do not want to tackle the job on your own…

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Coats for Kids 2014 Kicks Off! November 3rd – December 7th

November 6th, 2014

Coats for Kids 2014 kicks off their local campaign November 3rd – December 7th. Purl’s Sheet Metal & Air Conditioning is proud to join Kiss Country and the Salvation Army again as a collection location for the 2014 Coats for Kids drive. Each year the community and local businesses work with the Salvation Army to […]

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How a New Thermostat Will Help Your Heating

October 31st, 2014

It’s easy to take for granted the thermostat that runs the heating system in your home. However, a thermostat has a crucial part to play in the operation of a heater, and should it malfunction, it will mean a heating system that won’t turn on, won’t turn off, or provides uncomfortably high or low temperatures.

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Is a Heat Pump Effective for Winter Heating?

October 24th, 2014

When it comes to providing comfort throughout the year, a heat pump is an excellent installation option. Heat pumps work in a manner almost identical to air conditioners: they circulate refrigerant between an indoor and outdoor unit, moving heat from one location and releasing it in the other.

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Repairs Your Gas Furnace May Need

October 17th, 2014

Furnaces are one of the more common ways to provide heat for homes. A properly cared-for furnace can deliver high heating levels and operate for many years with only occasional repair needs. If you have a furnace installed in your home, make sure that you schedule annual maintenance for it during the fall to lower the chance that you will have to call for repairs during the winter.

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3 Repairs for Heating You Need to Take Care of Before Winter

October 10th, 2014

Before the steady low temperatures of winter arrive, you should know if your heating system has any malfunctions that may impair it or even cause it to break down. The best way to know if you need to schedule repairs is to take the heater for a brief “test run” during a warm day to see if you notice anything wrong. Afterwards, arrange for the heater’s annual maintenance visit from an experienced HVAC service technician.

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Signs You Need a Furnace or Heating System Replacement

October 3rd, 2014

The fall is one of the best times of the year to schedule heater or furnace replacement. The weather is still warm enough that you won’t need the heater running yet, giving you time to arrange for installation and to find out if the new system has any operational problems. You can also take advantage of this slower period for HVAC professionals to schedule the most convenient time for the installation job.

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