The leaves are turning red, orange and brown, the sun is setting earlier each day and the temperatures are dropping, especially at night. While it might be “perfect sleeping weather” now, in just days it’s going to be too cold to keep the windows open. In just weeks, we’ll be turning on the heat.
Is your furnace ready? Before you fire it up for the first time, be sure it’s in proper working order, safe and energy efficient, by getting your annual maintenance check.
When dust, rust and other debris accumulates in your furnace and you fire it up, the furnace throws all that nasty stuff into the air in your home. That means dust all over your walls, furniture and your family’s lungs. We’ll clean all that out and then install a fresh air filter.
We’ll also make sure all seals close tightly and vents and intakes are clear. We’ll check for cracks and signs of a carbon monoxide leak. Carbon monoxide is odorless and if not caught quickly, can cause headaches, dizziness and nausea. If it fills your home at night while your family is sleeping, carbon monoxide exposure will be fatal.
Dirt clogs burners and ducts, making your furnace work harder and burn more fuel to provide the amount of heat required to meet your thermostat setting’s needs. We’ll check that your burners ignite properly, analyze the quality of flames and adjust them if necessary. Intakes, grills and vents will be cleared of any blockages.
Electrical systems will be carefully checked for loose or damaged wiring, rust or corrosion. We’ll ensure proper, effective connections. We’ll perform an amp-draw test and compare it with your unit’s specifications. Your thermostat – traditional or “smart” – should communicate seamlessly with your furnace to keep your home at the optimum comfort level at any time of day.
Hoses, drainage systems and traps will be inspected and cleaned to eliminate any blocks or leaks. Moving parts will be lubricated where appropriate, helping parts move more smoothly, minimizing the risk of damage during usage.
Experts agree that nearly 75% of repairs can be avoided with regular checks – and when you have a service agreement, it’s just plain silly not to call, as your annual maintenance check is included.
Even if we’ve just installed your furnace last year, schedule a yearly check to ensure everything is running at peak efficiency. A check will also keep your equipment in compliance with the manufacturer’s warranty, many of whom require annual servicing to keep a warranty valid.
Don’t wait until you come home to a freezing cold house in the middle of January to think about your furnace. Call us today at 708-479-9350 or click here to schedule your annual maintenance check. You’ll be protecting your family’s health, avoiding expensive repairs and inconvenience and saving energy!
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