ServiceMax Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Chicago’

6 Indicators Something is Wrong With Your Heater

Monday, March 7th, 2022
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The weather around Chicago doesn’t exactly soften its way into spring. You still have a good amount of time left before your heater can get a break. So if your heater is starting to have trouble then it makes it that much more important to have a professional check things out.

When it comes to getting a heating repair in Chicago, IL you need to make sure that you get assistance promptly from a professional. Knowing that you can reach out to ServiceMax takes care of getting in touch with a professional. Here are some warning signs of heater troubles to watch for that will let you know when you when to reach out so you can get repairs promptly too!

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Why You Should Consider a Thermostat Upgrade

Monday, February 21st, 2022

Your heater isn’t going to be of much use if you don’t have a working thermostat to operate it. Thermostats can be thought of as the brains of your home’s comfort operation. Take away the thermostat, or reduce its effectiveness, and things aren’t going to do you much good.

If you are looking for better control of your home comfort, then it might be time to learn more about your upgrade options for a thermostat in Chicago. There is more than one choice out there and modern thermostats will offer perks that you may not have thought possible! If you need an upgrade, you can come to us for help.

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Ways to Stay Warm While Waiting For Repairs

Monday, February 7th, 2022

Something has gone wrong with your heater. Thankfully, you already have a reliable team to turn to that will get your heater repair in Chicago taken care of quickly. But that doesn’t mean there won’t be some waiting involved. Your repair technician is on the way—but in the meantime, you have to find a way to keep warm until your heater is fixed.

We’ve provided some great ways to help you keep warm while you wait for your technician to arrive and finish your heater repair in Chicago. Don’t hesitate to reach out to our team for your heater services. When you work with us you’ll get fast, effective service and helpful tips, too.

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Kick Off the New Year With a New Heat Pump

Monday, January 10th, 2022

The beginning of a new year is a time full of potential and the focus on new habits and patterns. Maybe you want to take up knitting or try a new sport or perhaps you want to try to get outside on a family walk more often. These are all great ideas, made better with the addition of a new heater in your home.

The new year is all about getting started right and what better way to do that than to upgrade your heater? We install heat pumps in Chicago, IL in a variety of homes to help keep people warm at an affordable cost. Here’s what you need to know about these systems so you can determine if one is right for you.

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5 Items To Add to Your Wishlist for Your Home

Monday, December 6th, 2021
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It’s the time of the year when kids are getting out their pens and paper to build their holiday wishlists. Why can’t adults join in the fun? We realize that wishing for new furniture or a better keyboard for your computer doesn’t exactly have the same impact as wishing for a new toy, but it can still be fun to participate.

In fact, we decided to get into the spirit too. We are home comfort pros first and foremost and we want to make sure that you aren’t left wishing you have a more comfortable indoor environment this year. That’s why we’ve put together a small “wishlist” that you should check out.

Here are some great ideas of things to add to your wishlist that will help your home. And you can go ahead and call us Santa because we are here to provide!

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Enjoy Better Air This Season With These Systems

Monday, October 18th, 2021
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Maintaining healthy airflow in your home throughout the year is one of the best things you can do to ensure your comfort. The question is, how do you get better air quality compared to what is in your home right now? It isn’t exactly something you can do with a dust rag and some old-fashioned determination.

But if you appreciate a good work ethic, you’ll be happy to work with us. The team at ServiceMax has the systems that will improve your air quality this season and beyond, along with the services that will ensure they are installed and maintained properly.

Let’s take this one step at a time though. The first step: choosing your new indoor air quality system so you can enjoy optimal comfort.

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Heater Maintenance Can Save You From These Problems

Monday, September 20th, 2021
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Temperatures are beginning to drop and the leaves have started to change color. That little chill in the air indicates a big change is on the way. We are moving away from focusing on staying cool and Instead opting into cozy sweaters and hot drinks to help keep us warm. That’s right, it’s the heating season which means it is time to make sure your system is prepared for the job to come.

Before you get wrapped up pulling out decorations, we want to take a moment to discuss why it is important to maintain your heating system—before it gives you an unpleasant surprise. Maintenance is a service that helps prepare your heater for the work it has to do and ensures it is up to the task on even the coldest days.

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Do You Need a New Thermostat? Here’s How to Tell

Monday, August 23rd, 2021
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Your thermostat is the literal brains of your comfort operation. Without it, you cannot run your air conditioner in the summer or your heater in the winter. Having a reliable thermostat is important year-round.

When something starts to go wrong with your thermostat, it will directly affect your comfort. A faulty thermostat is likely to cause a lot more trouble than it is worth. This is why a thermostat upgrade in Chicago can be a great idea to deal with the comfort problems this system can cause. How do you know that you are due for an upgrade? Let’s look at some of the indicators that will let you know you should switch out this system.

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5 Indicators Your Boiler Is On the Fritz

Sunday, April 4th, 2021

hands-over-a-radiatorIf you have a boiler heater in your home, it makes sense that you’d want to keep it working properly. These systems are incredibly powerful sources of radiant heat that can be used to keep your home comfortable and warm on the coldest of days. But what do you do when your boiler just…doesn’t seem like it wants to work right?

A malfunctioning boiler is one that will need a boiler repair in Chicago, IL. The sooner this task is taken care of, the better for your system and your home comfort. Trust us, you don’t want to have to get this system replaced early!

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What You Should Know About Boilers

Monday, March 8th, 2021

clean-fresh-warmAre you ready to have a heating system in your home that will provide you with a different kind of warmth? If you were looking for something different than a forced-air system, a boiler may be just what you need. These are radiant heating systems that offer powerful and reliable heat throughout the coldest parts of the year.

If you are considering a boiler installation in Chicago, IL, it is a good idea to learn a bit more about what boilers do and how to determine if they are the best fit for your heating needs.

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