Northern Comfort

22/04/2026

We are excited Brayden will be staying aboard and thank the school for partnering with us to find talented youth.

SENIOR SPOTLIGHT:

Next on our senior spotlight is Brayden Sales. Brayden plans to continue with his current employer. While in high school working through the Work Experience Program and Youth Apprenticeship Program, NWCEP, Brayden has earned several certifications and is ready to continue his work as an HVAC technician. He is a wonderful example of how schools, community organizations, and community employers work together to help support the future of our workforce. We are thankful to Brayden for taking advantage of the opportunity and paving the way for others behind him. We are proud of you and your accomplishments. Congratulations Brayden and best of luck!

13/03/2026

With a heavy snowstorm on the way, it’s easy to focus on the driveway and forget about what’s happening on your roof or the side of your house.
Keeping your vents clear is a safety essential.

For Standard Homes: Check Your Sidewall Vents
Modern high-efficiency furnaces and water heaters usually vent through white PVC pipes on the side of your house.

The Risk: If blowing snow or drifts block these pipes, exhaust gases (including carbon monoxide) can back up into your home, or your furnace may simply shut down.

The Fix: Every time you go out to shovel, do a lap around the house. Clear any snow away from the intake and exhaust pipes. Ensure there is at least a foot of clearance around them.

For Mobile Homes: Watch the Roofjacks
Mobile homes typically use "roofjacks"—those metal chimney stacks—to vent furnaces and water heaters.

The Risk: Heavy snow accumulation or "snow caps" on the roof can bury these shorter vents. If the vent is blocked, the furnace cannot "breathe," leading to a dangerous CO buildup or a system failure in freezing temps.

Be safe and shovel with care!

10/02/2026

When you call or stop in, you will either talk to Barb or Danielle…These ladies hold down the office!

22/01/2026

21/01/2026

Thursday evening through the Saturday we all will experience temperatures and wind chills that our homes' heating systems are NOT designed for.
-10 to -20+ degree temperatures with wind chills at -40 to -50+.
Homes may struggle to maintain temperature and older homes may NOT maintain temperature and the temperature may drop while the heating system is working at its full rated capacity.
HERE ARE SOME HELPFUL TIPS TO SURVIVE THIS BITTER COLD SPELL
1. Please raise the temperature in your home 2 to 4 degrees above your normal setting. This will help to maintain comfort as outside temps fall.
2. Take all programmable thermostats out of setback mode and set on a permanent HOLD. Your furnace may not be able to recover from the setback temp with such cold outdoor temps.
3. If you have a forced air furnace; replace the filter. This will allow adequate airflow through system getting the heat your furnace is producing into your home.
4. Make sure air vents and radiators are not blocked or obstructed. Restricting airflow through the system does not save energy, it overheats your furnace!
5. Make sure you do not have anything stacked or stored near your furnace. The risk of fire increases dramatically when clearances around your furnace are not maintained. With your furnace working much harder, the risk increases even more.
6. Minimize opening exterior doors. Insulate/cover doors & windows with a blanket minimizing cold air infiltration. Keep doors closed as much as possible.
7. If you have a 90%+ furnace and boiler: You must keep the intake and exhaust clear of ice and snow. During these cold temperatures, ice can build up. Restricted intake and exhaust will limit your furnace performance or make it not work.
A 90%+ furnace and boiler should have 2 white PVC pipes; an exhaust pipe and an intake pipe that are generally on the side or back of your home. In some instances, they may be through your roof, do NOT go on your roof to clear the pipes. If you feel they are blocked and you cannot clear them, call your heating professional .
If the temperature in your home is dropping and your radiators or registers are hot, DO NOT PANIC. Please make sure that your heating system continues to operate.
If the temperatures drop in your home & your radiators or registers are HOT, your system may not be able to recover until outdoor temperatures rise and the windchill diminishes.
Our heating systems may not overcome temperatures -20+ with wind chill up to -50+. They are sized to operate at -20 degrees or ^ outdoor temps.
Putting your thermostat on hold at 70 degrees or higher will aid in maintaining comfort should your heating system not deliver enough heat to overcome the heat loss of your home.
To help minimize reduction in comfort, you can boil water, make soup, or bake things. They help introduce humidity to home and increase temperatures into your home.
DO NOT USE YOUR OVEN or a GRILL TO HEAT YOUR HOME. Fumes given off these devices are harmful to you and your families health.
If you have a fireplace or wood burner, it may help supplement your heating system to operate these during the next 7 days.
If you do not have a Carbon Monoxide detector, I HIGHLY recommend installing at least one CO DETECTOR. If there is an issue with your heating system, this inexpensive device may SAVE YOUR LIFE!
Please check on neighbors and elderly residents during these extreme temperatures.
Stay warm and safe this week and SHARE the information in this post with all of your family and friends.
If you experience issues with performance of your heating system, call Northern Comfort - 715.339.6060.
We will have our service experts available 24 hours per day to assist you.

11/11/2024

Thankful for all our veteran's today and everyday! We are specially honored to have given the gift of warmth to a local veteran who was in need of a new furnace. Northern Comfort is proud to be a part of giving back to local veterans. To all veterans past and present, thank you for your sacrifice and your service.

23/09/2024

IS YOUR FURNACE READY FOR WINTER?
At this time of year, many things start to be added to our “To to-do list” to prepare for winter. Raking leaves, cleaning gutters, disconnecting hoses, and ensuring the snow blower starts are just a few. What about having your furnace inspected? Now is the time to schedule your appointment.
We’ve all seen the news reports about heating systems that go out and repair backlogs that occur with frigid temperatures.
Here are some benefits to getting your furnace inspected now.
1. Uncover minor problems.
Proper maintenance now is necessary to avoid expensive repairs in the future. If a small problem is detected now, the appropriate part(s) can be ordered and replaced promptly. If a problem occurs during the winter when you need your furnace most, the cost will likely be higher, and you’ll likely be more frustrated with the process. Here are some things an inspection could uncover:
Water leaks
Frequent shut-offs
Carbon monoxide leaks
Fluctuating energy bills
Worn or deteriorating parts
2. Maintain efficiency.
Like other mechanical items, a furnace has moving parts. A certified HVAC technician can inspect the moving parts and lubricate, clean, or replace them so your system runs as efficiently as possible.
3. Reduce heating expenses.
If a furnace is poorly maintained, it can work overtime. The more your furnace runs, the more you pay your utility company. A properly-tuned furnace will run more efficiently, thus reducing your heating bills.
4. Extends the life of the furnace.
After years of neglect, things break down. You may get the most out of your furnace by properly maintaining it. Let’s face it. If you have lived in your home long enough or bought an older home, this is one item you’ll need to replace. However, there’s no reason to replace it sooner than you have to.
Here are some furnace safety tips
1. Keep flammable objects away from your furnace.
This tip seems obvious. Nevertheless, if your utility room is anything like mine, things are shuffled around as we go through the different seasons, and it never seems quite big enough.
2. Make sure your exhaust flue is clear.
Be sure it’s clear of debris and other obstructions. It’s imperative to keep an eye on it during the winter months. Snowdrifts can pile up and prevent exhaust from leaving your house correctly.
3. Change your filter regularly.
Clean filters can help your furnace run more efficiently & extend the life of your furnace.
4. Install carbon monoxide detectors.
Cars, water heaters, furnaces, and a fireplaces produce carbon monoxide. If you don’t have one installed in your home, buy one. If it is more than 7 years old we recommend replacing it. We recommend having one on every floor of your home. Carbon monoxide detectors range in price and can be plugged into a wall outlet or run on batteries.
Remember to test your smoke detectors & thermostat. Change the batteries if needed.
SHARE THIS MESSAGE SO YOUR LOVED ONES ALSO MAY PREPARE FOR WINTER. THANKS!!

18/09/2024

No scam here! Before and after of a recent duct cleaning done by Northern Comfort.
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29/08/2024

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