When you’re talking about a 12-15 year relationship, you want to choose wisely. It will run hot, it will run cold, but the most important thing is that it continues to run. We’re not talking about a romantic relationship. We’re talking about your furnace and air conditioner.

If you’re replacing your heating and cooling system, it’s very important to find someone you can trust and depend on for years. While it’s not romantic, we do want you to love your new furnace and AC. At Getzschman Heating and Air Conditioning, we want to make sure you make the right choice. What makes Getzschman the right choice? We’re glad you asked.

When you select Getzschman Heating to provide and install a new furnace, air conditioner, or heat pump in your home, you also gain a special status among all the customers we serve.

G-Force Membership V.I.P client status which entitles you to additional benefits during the entire future of our business relationship.
Multiple financing offers when you install a new furnace, air conditioner, or heat pump
FREE estimates any day or night of the week for your convenience
Written performance heating and air conditioning guarantee.
Firm electrical bid on all replacement installations by a licensed electrical contractor.
Testing of all equipment for proper operation and thorough training at the completion of the project.
Disposal of all existing equipment and debris after the conclusion of each day’s work.
Use of floor savers and drop cloths for all service and installation crews.
Getzschman Gold Warranty, which offers a full 10-year unlimited, all parts, labor and equipment warranty with repair service available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

If you want hassle-free repairs, installation, and maintenance, there’s only one company to call that will truly put you first - Getzschman Heating & Cooling. Call us at (402) 235-6727 or contact us online today!

Wi-Fi thermostats are a smart way to save money on your heating and air conditioning bill, giving you the ability to control your home temperature when you are away through Wi-Fi access on your phone.

Connecting your thermostat to your smartphone allows you to remotely turn the temperature up or down while you are out of the house to save energy. But controlling temperature remotely is just the beginning of what a Wi-Fi thermostat can do. To make your decision easier, the G-Force team has put together this Wi-Fi thermostat comparison to help you decide which one is right for you.

Related Read: 3 Heating Myths Busted

Find Your Fit: Comparing Wi-Fi Thermostat Features

There are quite a few options to choose from when it comes to Wi-Fi thermostats. We found three of the favorites online and outlined their features to help you decide which ones are most important to you.

The EcoBee3 boasts top reviews on Amazon and is compatible with both Android and IOS systems. You can even use Siri to turn your system up when you’re on your way back home, so you can walk into the perfect temperature. The EcoBee3 can help your system run more efficiently by sensing things like the outdoor weather, your home's unique energy profile, and which rooms in your home are currently occupied.

The Nest Learning Thermostat V3 will actually learn your favorite temperatures and start programming itself within a week of setup. Like the EcoBee3, the Nest also senses when no one is home and will automatically adjust your system, saving you energy costs. When the Nest senses you are nearby, it will light up to show you the current time, temperature, and weather outside.

The Honeywell RTH8580WF Wi-Fi thermostat is the best budget thermostat according to an online comparison. It also works with Android or IOS, has remote seven-day scheduling, and temporary vacation holds. It has a larger screen than the EcoBee3 or Nest Learning Thermostat, and completes automatic software updates when needed.

With all the choices of Wi-Fi Thermostats, all with convenient features, trying to pick the right one for your home can seem daunting. These are just three of the many options available on the market, but we hope this helps narrow down your search and expose you to the different features available with these popular products.

If you'd like more information on installing a new programmable thermostat in your home, contact us online or call us at (402) 235-6727 and we can help you decide which type is right for you!

Shopping for a new furnace this winter season? Today's furnaces are more complicated than furnaces of the past. To help you navigate the confusion, here are some buying tips for high-efficiency furnaces from the G-Force team:

Understand Energy-Efficiency Ratings

Energy-efficiency measurements communicate how efficiently fuel is burned and how much energy, such as electricity, is required to operate blowers that circulate heat. The rating is found on the bright yellow label.
Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency (AFUE) indicates the measurement for fuel efficiency. The highest efficiency rating is 98.5%, which means 98.5% of fuel is converted into heat. Most older furnaces are around 80% efficient.

Get Familiar With The Features

Variable-Speed Blowers - These blowers allow for slower air delivery, less noise, fewer drafts and reduction of uncomfortable temperature fluctuations during times when less heat is needed, such as sleeping or away hours.
Variable Heat Output - This feature increases efficiency and comfort with automation of heat variance between two levels, allowing for continuous heat delivery.
Air Filtration - Electrostatic filtration with HEPA filters reduces dust in the heating system, creating a cleaner and healthier home.
Dual Heat Exchanger - This feature allows the furnace to draw heat from the burned gas. The dual feature creates greater efficiency by eliminating corrosive by-products in exhaust gases.
Ignition System - A direct spark or hot surface ignition eliminates pilot lights. Pilot lights reduce energy efficiency because they rely on a continuously burning flame.
Zone Heating - Multiple sophisticated thermostats tied into one controller use dampers to manage airflow in different parts of a home, which creates greater energy efficiency.

Better Efficiency Means Faster ROI

The many advantages, such as savings, improved comfort, healthier living, and convenience, make high-efficiency furnaces an attractive replacement for older furnaces. Plus, with the increased efficiency, energy bills are lower, which shortens the time you will have to wait to see a return on your investment.

To learn more, contact the furnace pros at Getzschman Heating and Cooling online or call us at (402) 235-6727. Our experienced technicians can help you choose the best model for your home and your budget.

October is almost over and chilly weather is on the way. What do you do that first chilly morning when you go to turn on the heat but it's not working? Before you call a heating and cooling technician, here are some furnace troubleshooting tips from the G-Force team that may solve your issue without having to pay for a service call.

What to Do When the Furnace Won’t Turn On

Check the Thermostat

Look at the thermostat and make sure that it is set to "Heat." After checking that it’s set to the right position, try setting the temperature at least 5 degrees warmer than the current room temperature. If you still don't hear the fan turn on after a few minutes, bump your thermostat up to 90 degrees and listen for the fan to turn on again.

Check the Breaker Box

Is your furnace getting power? Check the circuit breaker box and make sure that the switch hasn't tripped. Also, check that the furnace power switch is flipped to "on." Look around your furnace for a regular wall switch. That switch must be switched to "on" in order to power your furnace. Another place to check is the blower motor switch. Look for a switch around the motor's housing and try resetting it.

Check the Filter

A common troublemaker for furnaces is a dirty filter. Would you breathe easily with a dirty cloth over your nose and mouth? Most filters should be changed monthly, so double check that your filter isn't covered in dirt or debris. Furnaces will not operate at maximum efficiency with dirty filters and some of today’s high-efficiency furnaces will shut down completely.

Check the Airflow

Look around and check all of the registers and returns in your home to ensure that they are open and not blocked. A sofa pushed up against or sitting on top of a return vent restricts the airflow through the furnace and throughout your home. If you have ductwork that can be inspected, check for any disconnections or leaks, which also hinder the furnace's performance.

Trouble - Furnace Is Blowing, but No Heat

Check the Condensate Drain
The condensate drain may be clogged or restricted. Algae can build up and stop the flow of water. Clean out or flush the drain blockage to troubleshoot this issue.

Trouble - Furnace Is Making an Unusual Noise

Call a Technician

Could be a belt, a fan motor, a broken or loose part. There are many possibilities. Whether it’s clanking, squealing, thumping, etc., your furnace should not make unusual noises. In this case, call Getzschman so a technician can properly diagnose the problem.

If you try all of these tips and still have trouble, contact us online or call us at (402) 235-6727 today and one of our G-Force technicians will have that furnace up and running in no time!

Sometimes a new furnace or ductwork just isn’t in the budget in time for heating season. Many people then rely on supplemental heating from space heaters. These tiny, but mighty gadgets can be a convenient source of heat when you’re in a pinch. Unfortunately they can also increase the risk of electric shock or fire hazard if used incorrectly. So the team at Getzschman Heating & Air Conditioning put together these safety tips to keep in mind this winter when using your space heater.

Do’s for Using a Space Heater Correctly

DO read the manufacturer’s instructions and warning labels carefully before using a space heater.
DO make sure your space heater has the label verifying that it is listed by a recognized testing laboratory.
DO make sure your space heater is placed in the proper place. Heaters must be kept at least three feet away from anything that can burn, including papers, clothing and rugs.
DO inspect heaters for cracked or broken plugs or loose connections before each use. If frayed, worn or damaged, do not use the heater.
DO unplug and safely store the heater when it is not in use.

Don’t Do This With Your Space Heater

DON’T use space heaters to warm bedding, cook food, dry clothing or thaw pipes. They’re only meant for supplemental heating.
DON’T leave a space heater unattended. Turn it off when you're leaving a room or going to sleep, and don't let pets or children play too close to a space heater.
DON’T ever place heaters on cabinets, tables, furniture, or carpet, which can overheat and start a fire. Always place on level, flat surfaces.
DON’T plug space heaters into a power strip or extension cord, which could overheat and result in a fire. Do not plug any other electrical devices into the same outlet as the heater, instead plug them into a different wall outlet.

If you find yourself needing a space heater this year, call the G-Force experts at (402) 235-6727. We can either help you fix the problem with your furnace , or help you find an affordable furnace solution for a more comfortable Omaha winter this year.

Furnace season in Omaha is finally here. When you flip on your heater for the first time in nearly a year, you might experience some odors and noises. Not all are something to be necessarily concerned about though. Getzschman Heating & Cooling covers some of the furnace basics, and which noises and odors you should look out for and give concern to.

Furnace Noises

Screech – This could be a problem with your motor or fan belt.
Chirp – Chirping sounds are fairly common. It’s usually the natural noise of the mechanisms.
Rattle – Rattling noises usually happen when the system is cooling down and it’s not generally cause for alarm.
Boom – These sounds are usually your ductwork expanding and contracting with the changes in temperatures throughout the seasons. But if this happens and your furnace smells like it’s burning, you might have a dirty burner in your furnace or a defective gas valve.
Ping – This sound can also be caused by contracting and expanding ducts.
Hum – This is usually a sound that happens when the furnace burner lights.
Whine – Whining or odd vibrating noise may indicate a problem with your system. Call in an expert.
Crackle – Crackling noises may be the metal parts cooling down after the furnace shuts off.
Clunk – Clunking or bumping sounds often means you have a cracked belt.

Related Read: 3 Heating Myths Busted

Furnace Odors

Musty - This may be mold and/or mildew buildup in your duct system. One way to get rid of this is to change your air filter and clean the drip pan in your heating and cooling system. Clean using bleach or white vinegar to make sure the area is no longer hospitable to mold growth.
Electrical burning - This could be an object in the duct work that starts to smell when it gets overheated. A spill on a register or in the duct work can also cause this type of smell. Go check out your registers for anything unusual and remove them to look for a spill in the duct work. It could also be the furnace motor overheating or a cracked heat exchanger. If you cannot locate a foreign object in the ductwork, call a technician to check it out for you.

If you experience any odd smells or noises that are of concern, call the furnace experts at Getzschman Heating & Cooling today at (402) 235-6727.

As the thermometer outside drops, the need to crank the heat indoors grows. Everyone wants the comfort of the heat, but without the high energy bills that accompany that luxury. Many homeowners rely on heating myths to try to cut the costs associated with turning up their furnace, but many of these are just that - myths. Getzschman Heating & Cooling busts a few heating myths that you should be aware of this season.

Myth: Crank the Thermostat Up to Heat Your Home More Quickly

This trick really isn’t a trick at all. Cranking the heat up to try and warm your home more quickly doesn’t actually work. Heating systems deliver air at the same constant rate no matter how high the heat is set. So, your home will still take just as long to heat up, but your furnace will have to work much harder to reach such a high temperature. In the end this method will actually end up costing you more on your monthly energy bills.

Myth: Ceiling Fans Are Only for Summer

Ceiling fans aren’t just for cooling. They can actually make your home more energy efficient by distributing the warm air in your home better. All you have to do to make this work is switch the fan to make it spin clockwise. This will force warm air that accumulates near the top of the room down towards the living quarters. Your home will feel warmer without increasing your furnace’s output.

Myth: Save Money by Turning off Your furnace Completely When You’re Gone all Day

While this strategy may seem like a sound tactic, it’s actually best to keep your furnace running all day, and for two reasons. First of all, if your furnace has been off all day and you kick it on when you come home, it will have to work really hard to raise the temperature in your home back to a normal setting, thereby eating up a lot of energy and increasing your energy bills. Instead, use a programmable thermostat to set different programs throughout the day to accommodate your schedule. Set your thermostat 10-12 degrees cooler than you normally have it when you are gone all day. Secondly, turning off your furnace all day when the temperatures start dropping really low can put your water pipes at risk of bursting.

Keep your furnace running efficiently all heating season with a little help from the Omaha area furnace experts. The G-Force team has you covered when it comes to furnace tune-ups, furnace replacement, etc. Call us today at (402) 235-6727.

Did you know sealing and insulating your ducts can improve efficiency by 20% or even more? Seriously. So why wouldn’t you start now?! Your air ducts that circulate the air in your home to-and-from a forced air furnace, central air conditioner, or heat pump are some of the biggest energy wasters. Without proper insulation, or if there are any holes punctures or misalignments, you could be blowing a lot of money every month - both literally and metaphorically. Here’s how to figure out if your ducts are performing poorly, and how to get started sealing and insulating those ducts now so you’re more comfortable once the cooler weather sets into Omaha for good.

Do Your Ducts Perform Poorly?

Here are some telltale signs that your air ducts could use proper sealing or insulation:

you have high summer and winter utility bills
you have rooms that are difficult to heat and cool
you have stuffy rooms that never seem to feel comfortable
your ducts are located in an attic, crawlspace, or the garage
you find tangled or kinked flexible ducts in your system

Seal Your Ducts

First of all, make sure you’re using the right sealing materials. Use mastic sealant or metal tape. Do not use duct tape. Start by insulating all of the ducts that you can access, such as those in attics, crawlspaces, unfinished basements, and garages. Also, check that the connections at the vents and registers are well sealed where they meet the floors, walls, and ceiling. These are common trouble spots for leaks and disconnections.

Insulate Your Ducts

Insulate ducts in attics, crawlspaces, unfinished basements, and garages where they are most likely to experience temperature differences. Be sure to use a foil-faced fiberglass insulation with an R-6 or higher insulation value. Use the same type of metallic foil duct tape to seal and hold the insulation in place. Make sure the foil surface of the insulation is free of dust before applying the tape.

Call the heating and cooling team you can trust at Getzschman Heating & Cooling at (402) 235-6727 to help you get your heating equipment ready for the long winter ahead.

At Getzschman Heating & Cooling, we understand that keeping your Omaha area home warm this holiday season is about more than making sure your furnace has had it’s annual tune-up. It’s about filling your home with love, laughter, and joy. This season fill your home with warmth by decorating your fireplace mantel with festive holiday cheer. Here are our tips to building the most cheerful holiday mantel.

Use Weighted Hooks

Start off by deciding where to hang your holiday stockings. You can evenly space them across your mantle, gather them toward the middle, or hang a few off to each side. When it comes to actually hanging them, we suggest you use weighted hooks rather than nails, for two reasons; first of all nails can damage your fireplace mantel, and secondly you can find really festive weighted hooks at your local Target or Hobby Lobby. These holiday themed hooks can help you add even more flair! And who doesn’t want that.

Choose a Garland Style

Next, choose a style of garland to lay across your mantel. If you have a retro style, choose metallic tinsel garland, or if you have a shabby-chic style choose a burlap garland. If you’re traditional just go with a simple pine or ribbon garland. You can weave your garland around your weighted hooks and stockings for a more ornate look. Make sure you choose materials that won’t easily catch fire if they get too warm. We want to make sure that your fireplace decorations are safe, too!

Create a Focal Point

Lastly, make sure you create a focal point on your mantle to attract more attention to all your hard work. Use big glittery letters to spell out “joy” or “noel”. Another great idea is to use a mirror, and hang a wreath on top of it. This adds some festive flair and some reflective power that amplifies any twinkling lights you might add, as well as makes the room look larger.

You can make your house look great, but if for some reason it doesn’t feel great, make sure to call the technicians you can trust with your house keys at Getzshcman Heating & Cooling at (402) 235-6727. We’ll make it feel cozy again.

Furnace season is almost in full force now in Omaha, but it comes at a price. When your furnace runs all day and all night, the humidity levels in your home can easily become unbalanced. If you can’t immediately tell that the air in your home is parched, here are five telltale signs to look for.

Itchy, Dry Skin

Is your skin, or your family members’ skin itchy and dryer than usual? Skin, your body’s largest organ, requires plenty of moisture to maintain its health. If you’re using moisturizer regularly, but still find you are itchy and dry, your home’s air could be too arid.

Bloody Noses

Has anyone in your family had a bloody nose lately? If they haven’t sustained a nose injury recently, or aren’t suffering from an illness, it can signal there isn’t enough moisture in the air. Skin inside your nose is thinner than most skin, and is more susceptible to imbalances of moisture.

Lingering Cough & Sore Throat

If you aren’t sick but can’t seem to kick that sore throat and cough, it could be a sign you need a whole home humidifier.

Static Electricity

Do you seem to get shocked every time you touch the metal door handles in your home? If you didn’t just shuffle through your house with socks on, it could very well be caused by low humidity in your home. Static electricity increases when the humidity levels drop. Think of how dry hair behaves in the winter when you rub it wrong on your coat. That’s the same thing.

Wood Furniture Cracks

If you’ve been noticing changes in your furniture, it could also be due to humidity levels in your home dropping. Look for cracks and flaking in your wood furniture or floors. Wood furniture and floors also rely heavily on steady humidity levels to maintain their shape.

A whole home humidifier from Getzschman Heating & Cooling can reverse all of these problems. Our technicians can attach it directly to your furnace and your plumbing so it has a constant supply of water. This means you never have to forget about refilling it, which often happens with portable humidifiers. A whole home humidifier will deliver the optimal amount of moisture to every room in your home that has air ducts.

Call the technicians you can trust with your house keys at G-Force to talk about financing your new whole home humidifier before furnace season sucks all the moisture out of your home.