6 Common Furnace Mistakes
Your home’s furnace going out is the last thing you want during the winter months. Your home’s temperature will drop, your pipes might freeze, and finding someone to come out and fix the problem can be difficult.
That’s why it is important to avoid making mistakes when it comes to your furnace. We at Quality Systems Heating & Cooling will show you the six most common mistakes when it comes to your furnace and how to avoid those mistakes.
1. Not Changing Your Filter
As one of the most common mistakes, changing your furnace’s filter is the easiest way to combat various problems that can arise. Your filter will become dirty over time, forcing your furnace to work even harder and putting a strain on your furnace’s internal components. Regular furnace filter changes will keep the air quality in your home better as well.
2. Blocking Air Registers
Another common mistake is putting furniture or other objects in front of your air registers. By blocking your air registers, your home will not heat up as efficiently, once again putting more strain on your furnace as it tries to keep your home’s temperature consistent. Move objects and furniture around to free your air registers.
3. Keeping the Temperature Too High
During very cold months, you might be tempted to keep your heat higher than recommended. Forcing your furnace to keep your home at 80 degrees in the winter will cause extremely high energy bills and put a strain on your furnace. The ideal temperature for winter is 68 degrees, which is much easier for your furnace to maintain.
4. Not Adjusting the Temperature
When your home is empty, such as when your family is away on vacation or at work or school, it’s a good idea to have your thermostat lower the home’s temperature while you’re gone.
If you have a programmable thermostat, try setting your home’s temperature about 5 degrees cooler when you’re not home for energy savings and furnace savings. If you don’t have a programmable thermostat, check out our blog about choosing a smart thermostat for your home.
5. Not Repairing Problems Quickly
If you notice signs that your furnace isn’t working properly, you should call a repair company immediately. If you let the problems drag on, then your furnace’s problems will just get worse. The expense of fixing or totally replacing your furnace will be greater the longer you wait.
6. Skipping Annual Maintenance
Annual maintenance on your furnace can help it stay in top shape, particularly when the weather gets cold. Make sure you call a company like Quality Systems Heating & Cooling for annual maintenance. You’ll be in a much better position to weather the winter if you do.
Avoid Furnace Failure By Calling Quality Systems Heating & Cooling
Even if it has been a while since your last furnace tune-up, don’t hesitate any longer. Call Quality Systems Heating & Cooling to perform a regular maintenance check on your furnace to keep it running smoothly through the winter.
With three generations of heating and cooling knowledge under our belts, we’re ready to help! Call us today at 952-226-2665 or send us a message on our website.