What’s on your prep list for the upcoming winter? Make sure you add a furnace inspection, because it’s easily one of the best things you can do to keep your home comfortable and safe. Here’s what makes this simple home maintenance visit such a smart investment.
What Happens During a Furnace Inspection?
Furnace inspections are not just a glance at your unit and a thumbs-up sign. They are detailed reviews and checks of every element in your furnace. A certified HVAC technician will get a hands-on look at the components to ensure that everything is operating correctly and safely.
They’ll also clean and lubricate the parts — this is especially useful right before the furnace’s busiest time of year. Technicians round out the inspection by confirming the thermostat is accurate and checking the air filter. These two factors have a much bigger impact on your home’s comfort than most people realize, so it’s good to have a professional check on them before the temperatures plummet.
Does a Furnace Tune-Up Save You Money?
Some homeowners might avoid a furnace inspection, citing that it’s too much money for not enough payoff. But what they don’t realize is that a furnace tune-up is a money-saving investment — one that rewards you throughout fall and winter.
Well-maintained systems don’t have to work nearly as hard, so they’ll use less energy to get your home up to the right temperature. Considering just how many days you’ll likely use a furnace over the next six months, this seemingly small savings snowballs into something much more substantial.
Preventing Furnace Repair
One of the other reasons to schedule a furnace inspection is to stay proactive about your system’s health. It’s costly to wait until something’s wrong to call your local HVAC company. It’s also uncomfortable and dangerous if you wait until mid-winter to call for emergency repairs. HVAC teams are often busier at that time than ever, so you’ll either have to shell out top dollar, wait your turn for a fix, or both.
Health and Safety Benefits
Furnace inspection also involves checking parts that can have serious health implications if you ignore them. Gas furnaces can often have leaks, while most others (including gas-powered units) could have problems with the heat exchanger, leading to high levels of carbon monoxide in your home.
But even if you aren’t dealing with either of those issues, a fall tune-up can still improve your indoor air quality. The deep clean and filter exchange make for a much more pleasant experience while you’re stuck inside. This isn’t the time of year when most homeowners are opening their windows to let fresh air in, so HVAC maintenance is one of the best ways to guarantee you’ll have decent air quality for the next few months.
Enjoy the Benefits of Professional Furnace Services Today
Whether your system needs a few minor optimization tweaks or a full furnace replacement, you can rely on Complete Climate Services to take care of it. Contact our team today to learn more about scheduling your fall furnace inspection.
