Keeping your heating and cooling systems
in good working order
means your utility bills will be lower, your home will be more comfortable,
and you’ll
need to call for repairs less often.
Maintenance Scheduling
Schedule a maintenance
service call before the heating season starts. If there are any problems with your system, it’s better to find out before
it’s freezing outside! Do the same for your cooling system before sweltering season begins.
Filters
Replace your heating and cooling air filters every month that they’re in use. Operating your system with
old, dirty filters means energy is wasted and your system may even be damaged.
System Checks
You should also check fan belt tension, and lubricate fan and motor bearings.
To make sure you’re getting the most out
of your heating system, keep the heating registers and vents throughout the house free of dust, dirt, and pet hair by vacuuming
them at least once a year.
Listen for odd sounds when your heating or cooling
system kicks in. If you hear anything unusual, get in touch with your service professional so you can head off problems before
they become serious.
In winter months, set your ceiling fan at its slowest speed
and reverse it in order to gently push warm air down from the ceiling without generating a breeze.
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