The Furnace has to be Serviced

It's time to start preparing your house for the upcoming winter, even if you want to think about something other than the incoming chilly weather. This involves ensuring that your heating system is ready for days when the temperature barely rises above freezing. One of the best things you can do to ensure that your system continues to operate correctly from October through April is to get your furnace inspected in the early fall before the temperatures drop.

The Value of Regular Furnace Maintenance

Having your furnace tested yearly in the late summer or early fall is a waste of money. However, performing annual, regular furnace maintenance will ultimately result in cost savings. Here are a few instances illustrating the value of yearly maintenance:

• Provide your family with heat during winter. A modern system is less likely to break down in the dead of winter.

• We are lowering the cost of repairs. Like essential auto maintenance, fixing a mechanical problem early on usually saves you money in the long run rather than waiting until your system stops working.

• You are reducing your energy costs. It costs more to force warm air through a dirty system, uses more energy, and raises your gas or electric bill.

• You are extending the life of your heating system. A clean, well-maintained heating system will survive longer than one dusty and dirty. You may save a lot of money by prolonging the lifespan of your heating system by even a few years, as it is one of the most expensive components of your home.

What Goes Into a Furnace's Annual Maintenance Call?

The technician for the furnace will clean the unit, examine the connections to the power source, clean the filters, check all of the moving parts to make sure they are operating correctly, tighten any loose screws and references, and test the thermostat to make sure the system turns on and off as it should.

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We at HVAC Repair Guide want to ensure that you and your family are warm and cozy this winter without spending any more money than is required to heat your home. We have helped locals in Northern Virginia with their heating needs for more than 40 years. To schedule an appointment, learn more about maintaining your heating system, or do both.