Winter and colder temperatures come quickly and taking time to run through some pre-winter preparation now, can save you from costly and difficult furnace repairs during the winter months. Use this handy checklist to make sure your home is in order before the cold weather comes.

Tune up your heating system. A trained heating technician will inspect your furnace or heat pump to be sure the system is clean and in good repair so that it can achieve its manufacturer-rated efficiency.

The inspection also measures carbon-monoxide leakage. And you minimize the chance of being last in line for repairs on the coldest day of the year.

Common Heating Problems:

• Clogged Filters – If furnace filters are clogged, they can reduce the effectiveness of your furnace and cause parts to wear down faster.
• Air Flow Problems – Problems with the belts, bearings or fan belt can all cause overheating or poor heat flow.
• Pilot or Ignition Problems – Problems with the pilot or ignition can result in intermittent heat or no heat at all.
• Cycling too frequently – If your furnace is cycling too frequently, there could be a problem with the furnace controls or filters.
• Odors – If you smell funny odors when you turn on your heating system, it may be a sign of an oil leak or a combustion problem.

Don’t wait until you have a problem, be proactive and get your furnace inspected and prevent getting caught in the cold.

We have over 20 years experience servicing and installing all major brands of heating systems, including Lennox, Trane, Tempstar, Amana and Goodman.

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