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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 appointment 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 heat
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. While you’re at it, check and clean the filters in your home’s
air cleaners and humidifiers.
SYSTEM CHECKS
If you have a forced air heating system check, your furnace’s blower compartment and blower coils. Vacuum
them if you see dirt and dust there. You should also check fan belt tension and lubricate fan and motor bearings.
If you have a steam system, check the shut-off valve for leaks.
Bleed hot water system radiators at least
once a year.
Don’t keep clutter near your furnace. It’s a fire hazard and may keep your system
from operating efficiently.
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 on. 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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