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What Is the Proper Schedule for Maintaining a Furnace?

December 23, 2021

What Is the Proper Schedule for Maintaining a Furnace?

A furnace is a major expense, so you want it to last as long as possible. Part of extending its life is regular maintenance. How often should a furnace be serviced? And what tasks are part of furnace maintenance? Here’s your quick and simple guide for furnace maintenance.

Furnace Maintenance Is an Annual Task.

How often should you have your furnace serviced? The primary step in maintaining your new or older heating system is performing an annual check-up. You can try to do this yourself, but it is better left to the professionals. This makes it easier to spot developing problems before they become an expensive mess.

When should your furnace be serviced? We suggest you get your annual maintenance on your furnace in late summer or early fall. This way, if there are problems, you have time to save up money for repairs before you need heat again.

Tasks That Are Part of Annual Furnace Maintenance

Now that you know how often you should service your furnace, you need to know what tasks are part of this. Typically, your annual furnace check-up will include the following tasks:

  • Inspecting the blower motor and fan blades to ensure they are free of obstructions.
  • Visually inspecting all electrical connections. This makes sure that no damage has been done over time by rodents or other pests. You can also look for loose connectors that may cause a short circuit in the system, which could lead to an expensive repair bill very quickly if not caught early on.
  • Lubricating all moving parts. The oil will help the system operate as quietly as possible and also extend its life.
  • Checking all gas lines and valves.
  • Cleaning the burners and checking for any obstructions that may cause problems with efficiency or safety issues.
  • Changing filters as needed, which should be done every month during the heating season to ensure your system is running optimally at all times and you’re getting good air quality in your home.
  • Cleaning the heat exchanger. This is a very important task, as any insulation that becomes dislodged from this area can cause carbon monoxide to be emitted into your home, which could lead to serious injury or death if not discovered quickly enough.

If you follow these recommendations, your furnace should provide many years of reliable service. If it breaks down unexpectedly, however, give us a call for prompt assistance from our team of technicians. We offer comprehensive furnace services in Elmhurst.

In the market for a new furnace? Read: How Do I Know What Size Furnace To Buy For My Home?

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