Heater Maintenance

Steps Our Technicians Take During Heater Maintenance Services

When you schedule routine maintenance on your heater, our heating contractors will take several steps to ensure they are safely and completely inspecting your system.

• Shut off the power to the unit to protect them – and your household – while they thoroughly inspect the system.
• Examine all of the inner components of the system to ensure they are operating as expected.
• Ask if you want to replace worn-out parts or belts in the system during this routine visit rather than waiting until they fail entirely later.

Recommended Furnace Maintenance Tasks

When winter weather arrives, you need to ensure your furnace is up to the task of properly heating your house. The best way to do this is by keeping your unit properly maintained. The experts at our furnace service company recommend performing the following tasks:

• Replace the filter regularly, typically every 1 to 3 months.
• Examine the carbon monoxide monitor and ensure it works correctly.
• Check the ductwork and look for leaks or defects.
• Check the furnace ducts to ensure they are correctly sealed.
• Apply lubrication to the blower motor, if needed.
• Check the furnace’s chamber for defects like rust and corrosion.
• Clean the burners to remove any debris that builds up during the spring and summer.
• Clean the sensor and pilot light to ensure it works and can allow the furnace to function.
• Check the “high limit” to prevent overheating.
• Check the gas meter to monitor the rate of fuel usage.
• Schedule furnace maintenance and tune-up services with a technician at least once a year.

When your unit is due for its annual tune-up, call our experts at DiBiase Heating and Cooling Company.

How To Make Your Furnace More Energy-Efficient

Running your furnace and keeping your house at a consistent and comfortable temperature all year is essential – yet it can also be expensive. Your energy bills can spike in the winter months as you keep your house at a constant temperature to prevent illnesses and other issues, like frozen pipes.

Fortunately, our technicians have tips for how to save energy and reduce your utility bills.

• Install a programmable thermostat. This will provide better climate control.
• Check your air ducts to ensure there are no leaks.
• Properly insulate your property to keep the warm air in and the cold air out.
• Perform regular maintenance on the system at least once a year.
• Change the air filters regularly.
• Open the curtains or shades to let sunlight in to add heat to your building.
• Stay on top of small heating issues and schedule prompt repairs.

If you’re concerned about your rising energy bills, call our experts at DiBiase Heating and Cooling Company for advice.