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A Quick Q&A About Furnaces

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Our technicians have been serving the local community for decades. As our HVAC experts are dispatched, they often find that people have the same questions yearly. Fortunately for everyone, we live in a day and age where volumes of information can be found with a few mouse clicks. As a company, we have always believed in providing helpful information to our community. Below are the most common questions and our heating & air technicians’ answers. 

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Frequent heating & air questions

Do I need yearly furnace maintenance?

A common saying is that an ounce of prevention is worth more than a pound of cure. The fact of the matter is that most furnace and central air units require yearly maintenance and inspections to keep your warranty intact. Once a professional has provided a complete heating tune-up and inspection, you can expect the following:

  1. Increased efficiency with your units
  2. Reduce the need for more extensive repairs
  3. Extend the lifetime of your furnace

What if my furnace is still new?

Some people falsely believe that a new furnace will be acceptable to run for 1, 3, or even five years before it needs to be inspected or serviced again. Even a brand-new furnace installed last year should be reviewed this year. This will help to minimize the damage that can happen from normal wear and tear. Your furnace will also accumulate dirt, soot, and grime, which can be removed during a tune-up.

How often should I replace my filters?

Ideally, it would help if you replaced your filters once they have accumulated visible dirtiness. We recommend doing this at least every 60 days. Many assume that changing filters every 3-6 months should be more than satisfactory. Filters should be changed more often than this. Changing filters often is one of the best and least expensive measures people can take to ensure that their home heating units are working correctly.

How do I know that my furnace has a problem?

Many warning signs may present themselves. Home and business owners can often use their eyes and ears to indicate something is wrong. For example, if you hear strange noises while the furnace is operating. Pay attention to how long the furnace stays on during a cycle. Frequent starting and stopping can indicate that your furnace is not running correctly. If your home is not getting warm, it is time to call a professional. 

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