Gas Furnace Articles

How Do I Know I Have a Cracked Heat Exchanger?

December 15, 2025

Our experienced furnace repair technicians will inspect and diagnose your furnace issue and resolve the concerns you are having.

7 Furnace Maintenance Tips

March 15, 2025

Be sure to check the frequency of filter changes. According to the U.S. DOE, furnace filter changes can reduce your energy bill by 5 to 15 percent.

How Do I Keep My Heat During Extreme Cold Weather?

December 16, 2024

We receive countless calls every time the temperatures drop below normal ranges, as homeowners here in Oregon City encounter problems with their home’s heating system.

How Does My Gas Furnace Work?

December 15, 2023

Our team at L&J Heating & Cooling could help you save big bucks on your monthly utility bill by performing a furnace replacement. And while we’re on the topic, we can help with your other HVAC needs: air conditioning, heat pumps, indoor air quality (IAQ), and more. All you need to do is call.

How Do I Know When I Need a New Furnace?

September 15, 2022

Our L & J Heating & Cooling furnace experts are happy to answer all of your questions on repairing and replacing your furnace.

How Can I Make My Furnace Last Longer?

January 14, 2022

The average furnace lasts between 10 and 15 years. But did you know you can take steps to make it last longer? There is no shortcut or hack to increase your furnace’s longevity. 

How Does My Gas Furnace Work?

November 16, 2021

On a frosty winter’s day here in Oregon, your gas furnace is hard at work, keeping your Oregon City home warm and cozy. Feeling grateful? You’re not alone—it’s one of the most popular forms of heating, as American as apple pie.

Heat Pump Versus Furnace

October 8, 2021

Looking to install a new heater in your Oregon City home? Your two most popular choices are a heat pump and a furnace. Each one has advantages and disadvantages when compared to the other.

Fall HVAC Maintenance

September 17, 2021

Maintaining your heating and cooling equipment ensures it’ll run smoothly the way it should when you need it. Investing your time and money in these seasonal maintenance tasks goes a long way to protect both your Oregon home and your HVAC investment, including your wallet.

Tips to Troubleshoot Your Thermostat

March 5, 2021

Here are some expert tips on checking your thermostat first as well as some basic troubleshooting ideas from our L & J Heating & Cooling team.