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Spring AC Maintenance Tips. And air conditioning unit next to some plants.

Spring AC Maintenance Tips

March 28, 2025

Spring is finally arriving in Michigan! The days are getting longer, the flowers are blooming, and you’re probably already thinking about dusting off the patio furniture or tackling that messy garage.

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2025 Heat Pump Buying Guide for Lansing, Homes

2025 Heat Pump Buying Guide for Lansing, Homes

March 14, 2025

Tired of sky-high gas bills or uneven temperatures in your Lansing, home? A heat pump could be the perfect solution for year-round comfort and significant energy savings.

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How Can I Make My Furnace Last Longer? Close up photo of blue coils from a furnace.

How Can I Make My Furnace Last Longer?

February 27, 2025

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.

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Why Buying a Heat Pump Instead of a Furnace Makes Sense. Photo of someone holding a jar of coins labeled "Savings".

Why Buying a Heat Pump Instead of a Furnace Makes Sense

February 14, 2025

Want to heat and cool your East Lansing home, fight climate change, and save money—all at the same time?

Get a heat pump.

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How Do I Keep My Heat During Extreme Cold Weather?

How Do I Keep My Heat During Extreme Cold Weather?

January 24, 2025

We receive countless calls every time the temperatures drop below normal ranges, as homeowners here in Lansing encounter problems with their home’s heating system. With the record-low temperatures and extreme conditions most of the country is currently experiencing, our North Winds Heating & Cooling professionals want to share some insights and tips with you to keep your indoors cozy while Old Man Winter blusters away outdoors.

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Transitioning Your Heat Pump. Close-up of black full inverter heat pump outside in the garden, near wooden pool house on a sunny day. Lens flare on the image.

Transitioning Your Heat Pump

January 15, 2025

One reason Michigan homeowners love heat pumps is they function as an all-in-one unit. Instead of purchasing and maintaining a separate furnace and air conditioning system, you can simply transition your heat pump from the heat setting to the cooling setting and vice versa as seasons warrant.

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What’s That Smell Coming From My Furnace? Photo of a man on his couch, looking out a window seemingly concerned on his phone.

What’s That Smell Coming From My Furnace?

December 25, 2024

If your furnace is producing a strange smell, you should always treat it with caution. While the cause for the odor may be benign, it could just as easily be harmful to inhale. When in doubt, always open windows to ensure ventilation, and evacuate your East Lansing home.

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The Basics of Winter Indoor Air Quality. Little girl laying her head on her moms lap.

The Basics of Winter Indoor Air Quality

December 16, 2024

In the winter, being snug as a bug in a rug in your home can be cozy, but it can also play havoc with your indoor air quality (IAQ) here in Michigan, creating some significant health problems. At North Winds Heating & Cooling, we recommend taking precautions to avoid the common issues associated with winter indoor air quality.

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Why Isn’t My Furnace Heating My Entire Home? Photo of a family of three freezing in their home, huddled under blankets to keep warm.

Why Isn’t My Furnace Heating My Entire Home?

November 26, 2024

If your furnace seems to be producing heat inconsistently around your Lansing home to you, you’re not alone. Many homes have varied conditions from room to room, causing spotty heating or cooling.

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Why Is the Furnace Pilot Light Going Out? Gas burner flame abstraction long.

Why Is the Furnace Pilot Light Going Out?

November 15, 2024

This issue happens more often than not with older furnaces, and it could be a sign you are ready to upgrade your East Lansing home’s heating and cooling system with a new model. At the 10-year mark, furnaces start to lose efficiency and begin breaking down more frequently.

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