Preparing Your Home for Winter: Furnace Maintenance Tips
Preping your home for winter is essential. Following these tips will help keep your furnace running like a charm. Call 812-858-4000 today!
With winter fast approaching, it’s a good idea to start preparing your home for the cold months ahead. One of the most important steps you can take is to make sure that your furnace is in working order. Proper maintenance of your furnace will ensure that you and your family stay warm during the cold winter months and save money on energy costs. Today we’ll be taking a look at some tips to help you keep your furnace running smoothly all season long.
Schedule Annual Inspections
It is recommended that homeowners schedule an annual inspection of their furnaces before the start of winter. A professional technician will be able to identify any potential problems with your furnace before they become more serious issues. During an inspection, technicians can check gas lines, pilot lights, thermostat sensors, blowers, and filters to make sure everything is in working order. An annual inspection can help you save money by preventing costly repairs down the line.
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Change Your Filters Regularly
Clogged or dirty air filters are one of the most common causes of furnace breakdowns. It’s important to change these filters regularly so that air flow isn’t restricted and all parts of the system are working properly. Most manufacturers recommend changing filters at least once every three months; if you have pets, this should be done even more frequently as pet hair can easily clog up filters quickly.
Keep Your Vents Clear
Furnace vents should not be blocked by furniture or other items as this can prevent proper air circulation throughout your home which may lead to overheating and other potential problems with efficiency over time. Keep all vents clear so that air can circulate freely throughout your home during wintertime when temperatures drop outside.
For all the reasons why it’s never okay to block vents, read our blog post.
Proper maintenance of your furnace is essential for ensuring a safe and comfortable winter season for you and your family while also helping lower energy bills in the long run! Following these tips will help keep your furnace running like a charm this winter season but if any problems do arise it’s best to contact a professional right away instead of attempting repairs yourself in order to avoid any potential safety hazards or further damage to the system. We hope these tips were helpful! Stay warm out there!
