Furnace and AC guides for Topeka homeowners
Straight answers to the questions people ask us most, written by the crew at Capital City Heating & Cooling.
Heating
Furnace blowing cold air: diagnosis and fixes
Why your furnace blows cold air and what to check. Thermostat settings, filters, safety switches, and when to call.
6 minute readFurnace not heating: why your system isn't producing warmth
Why your furnace runs but doesn't heat. Safe checklist, common failures, and when to call a technician.
6 minute readFurnace smells and noises: what's normal and what's dangerous
Furnace odors and sounds explained, with safe steps for unfamiliar noises and emergency guidance for gas smells, burning smells, and alarms.
6 minute readCooling
AC freezing up: what to do when ice forms on your air conditioner
AC freezing up in Topeka? Turn the cooling off, let the ice melt, and learn the common causes before you call Capital City Heating & Cooling.
6 minute readAC not cooling: why your air conditioner isn't getting cold
Why your AC isn't cooling. Check the filter and thermostat first. Learn common causes like refrigerant leaks and when to call Capital City Heating.
6 minute readAC thermostat settings for Kansas summers
Choose a comfortable AC setting for Topeka summers. Learn about temperature schedules, Auto fan mode, long cooling cycles, and safe checks.
6 minute readMaintenance
AC maintenance checklist for homeowners
AC maintenance checklist for Topeka homeowners. Check filters, vents, and thermostat settings, recognize water leaks, and know when to call a technician.
6 minute readHow often should you service your furnace
When to schedule furnace maintenance, what technicians commonly inspect, and safe filter and airflow checks for Topeka homeowners.
6 minute readNo heat or no AC: what to do until we arrive
Safe thermostat and filter checks for a Topeka home without heat or AC, when to leave for shelter, and when to call 911.
6 minute readReplacement
When to replace your air conditioner
Signs your AC unit needs attention, how to compare repair and replacement, and what to check before choosing new equipment.
7 minute readWhen to replace your furnace
Signs your furnace needs attention, how to compare repair and replacement, and what to check before choosing a new installation.
7 minute readNo heat or no AC? Call (785) 221-9760
Capital City Heating & Cooling is a family-owned company in southwest Topeka. Call us or book online, and in most cases we can get to you the same day.