There are several things you can do to maintain your furnace and prolong its life, such as replacing your furnace filter, wiping down the outside of the system and keeping an eye out for any signs of water leakage, but there are also many tasks that should be left to a professional.
Venting: One of the most important aspects of furnace maintenance is making sure the unit is properly vented. This ensures deadly carbon monoxide does not build up inside your home. Inspecting and cleaning your furnace’s vents is something that should always be done by a professional.
Natural gas or propane: Checking and adjusting gas pressures and ensuring there are no gas leaks in the furnace is extremely important. This keeps your family safe and ensures the system will run well for years to come.
Safety circuits: Your furnace comes with many safeties built in to help keep you safe. The proper connections and voltages need to be confirmed and tested annually to guarantee they are functioning correctly and will do their job if a problem arises.
Heat exchanger: The heat exchanger is essentially the largest component in your furnace. It’s responsible for transferring the heat from the burners to the air that circulates in your home. It’s crucial that this is inspected to make sure there are no flaws or tears in it. Even the slightest tear can send deadly amounts of CO (cabon monoxide) into your home.
Another reason to have a professional maintain your furnace is because they can catch small problems before they become big, expensive ones. As part of our Comfort Club maintenance plan, one of our licensed professionals will come to your home and thoroughly inspect your furnace. Our Maintenance plans start at only $9.99 a month and include a free annual maintenance, plus other additional benefits and discounts, keeping your equipment running safely and ensure you’re comfortable all season long.
If you have any questions about our Comfort Club or would like to schedule a furnace service. We’d be happy to help!
