As the temperature begins to drop, you will soon switch from your air conditioning system to your furnace. It is important to prepare your home heating system to ensure your home stays warm all winter long. You never want to wait for an extremely cold winter’s day to discover your furnace has suddenly failed, leaving you and your home without any heat. Monterey Peninsula Sheet Metal & Heating will break down some of the important steps you can take to better prepare your furnaces for this upcoming winter season.
Schedule a Professional Furnace Tuned-Up
One of the first and most important steps you can do to prepare your heating system is with a professional furnace tune-up. During late summer or early fall, a tune-up will help better prepare your furnace. A professional furnace or heating tune-up often includes:
• A full inspection of your heating system and the furnace’s components.
• The thermostat settings are checked and set for ideal performance.
• Safety system and controls are inspected.
• Air flow or potential restriction problems are identified.
• The Unit is cleaned, loose parts are tightened and worn parts are repaired or replaced.
A professional tune-up done by a licensed HVAC technician will ensure your furnace is running smoothly all winter long.
Replace All Air Filters
A dirty air filter can cause serious airflow restriction problems which forces the furnace to work harder to heat your home. Air flow restriction can cause a number of problems such as:
• A higher energy bill.
• Longer heating cycles leading to premature wear and tear.
• The furnace can overheat and cause safety concerns.
Check the intake filters and have them replaced every one to three months. Some furnaces have a separate filter inside the furnace. Never neglect the air filters as they can cause major problems and reduce the life of your furnace.
Check Your Vents & Registers
When preparing your heating system for winter, you will want to walk through your home and check all of the vents and registers. Make sure they are all fully open and unobstructed. If your vents or registers are blocked by furniture, curtains or are closed, it is important that they are all situated in such a way that they can flow smoothly.
Clear the Area Around Your Furnace
Depending on the location of your furnace, sometimes clutter can build up around your unit. If there are any boxes, household items, or chemicals near the furnace make sure the immediate area around the furnace is clean. You will need to keep the area around the furnace clean to allow proper access for maintenance and prevent any potential safety hazards.
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Preparing your furnace before the heating season begins will ensure better energy efficiency, prevent any unexpected breakdown and major repairs. Make sure to schedule a professional furnace tune-up, replace all of the filters, improve airflow and make sure you keep the area around the furnace clean. To schedule your furnace’s tune-up, contact Monterey Peninsula Sheet Metal & Heating today.
