Seven Reasons to Keep your Tune-Ups Up To Date For Your
Furnace or Heat Pump
Energy efficiency
A poorly tuned furnace will cost you more in energy consumption as its
efficiency falls. You might think you are saving money by postponing this
year’s maintenance, but it will only cost you in utility bills.
Furnaces fail under pressure
At some point, the temperature will drop. Drastically. If your furnace or
heat pump is ill-equipped to handle it, that is when it will fail. When
you need it the most. Do not let this nightmare happen to you and your
family. Stay warm all winter long, not just on the mild days.
Risk of carbon monoxide poisoning
If your furnace does not burn gas properly, you run the risk of carbon
monoxide being produced. This puts you and your family at risk for carbon
monoxide poisoning. This risk is not worth the money you save from
skipping your fall tune up.
Breathe easy
A clean fan and filter will ensure that the air you breathe is free from
dust and other allergens. This is critical for the cold days ahead when
you will be spending more time indoors. Even if you clean your ductwork,
do not neglect your furnace. Replacing your furnace filters every month
will also help you breathe cleaner air.
Quiet run
A finely tuned furnace, like a finely tuned car, will run rather than
rattle. Keep the noise level at a minimum with a clean, balanced fan.
Avoid a major furnace repair
Regular furnace and heat pump maintenance takes care of any small
issues that come up, so they do not develop into major problems. You
will also get a handle of your heater’s operation so you can plan for
furnace replacements in advance.
Prolong your furnace equipment’s life
Tune-ups do not just postpone expensive issues with your furnace, but
you also buy yourself some time before the inevitable replacement.
Keep your heating equipment running at peak efficiency and with
minimal issues to ensure that you get the most out of it in the short
term and for years to come.