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Fall Weather Furnace Maintenance tips
Posted by Darin DeVries on
As temperatures drop, your furnace becomes the most important system in your home. At Coleman HVAC Part Store, we know that a little preparation goes a long way. Checking your furnace before winter not only keeps your family warm, but also saves money on energy bills and prevents costly repairs. 🔍 Step 1: Inspect Your Furnace Before the first cold snap, open your furnace panel and give it a quick look: Check for loose wires, rust, or unusual wear. Make sure the pilot light burns steady and blue. Listen for odd noises when the blower runs. A five-minute inspection can...
Why Electric Furnace Restring Kits Disappeared
Posted by Darin DeVries on
The bottom-line reason is that manufacturers stopped offering field-restring kits in favor of sealed, pretested heating-element assemblies to improve safety, simplify service, and reduce liability. 1. Shift to Pre-Certified Modules Most modern electric furnaces now use factory-assembled heat-strip modules that are UL- and CSA-listed as complete units. Restringing coils on-site bypasses those certifications, introducing variability in coil spacing, sheath integrity, and end-seal reliability. By mandating sealed modules, manufacturers guarantee each strip meets thermal, dielectric, and mechanical standards out of the box. 2. Liability and Warranty Considerations When a field-restring kit is installed, improper coil tension or insulator placement can cause...
Fall Is Around the Corner!
Posted by Darin DeVries on
Fall Is Around the Corner! —Time to Get Your Furnace Ready! Cooler mornings and crisp evenings are just around the corner, which means it’s furnace season again. Before the first chill hits, invest a little time in your heating system. A pre-winter furnace tune-up boosts safety, efficiency, and comfort—for you and your family. Why Prepping Your Furnace Matters A well-maintained furnace runs more reliably and uses less energy. Dirty filters or worn parts force the blower motor to work harder, driving up your utility bill. Regular checks can catch small issues—like a failing pressure switch—before they turn into expensive repairs...
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Getting Ready for Cold Weather: New Nordyne Parts in Stock + Happy Labor Day
Posted by Darin DeVries on
With Labor Day weekend upon us, we’re doubling down on our commitment to help you tackle the cold season head-on. Coleman HVAC Part Store has been busy stocking up on a comprehensive lineup of genuine Nordyne parts—so you can keep furnaces, air handlers, and rooftop units firing on all cylinders when temperatures drop. Featured Nordyne Parts Now in Stock Below is a snapshot of our newest Nordyne inventory additions. Each item is sourced directly from the factory for reliability and perfect fit. Part Category Nordyne Part Number Description Compatible Models Heat Exchanger 621878 80% efficiency stainless-steel exchanger 42PVC, 42PVB, FMPC...
Get Your Furnace Winter-Ready
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Get Your Furnace Winter-Ready with HVAC Part Store LLC’s How-To Videos & Step-by-Step Guides Fall is in the air and winter’s chill won’t be far behind. Now’s the perfect time to make sure your furnace is primed for peak performance. At HVAC Part Store LLC, we’ve built a robust library of How-To videos and printable guides that walk you through every critical maintenance task—so you can stay warm, save energy, and avoid last-minute service calls. Explore Our How-To Video Library Our video tutorials break down complex jobs into clear, visual steps. You’ll learn how to: Replace furnace filters without fuss...