A clean and healthy furnace is the only way to confidently battle the chill of Sebastian winters. With routine cleaning, tuning, and inspection, you can get more from your system in reliability, efficiency, and longevity. You can keep your furnace clear, avoid obstructing vents, and change your filter regularly, but the rest requires a professional touch. Our expert HVAC technicians offer comprehensive maintenance to help with this, carrying out a number of special and important tasks. Here’s how we care for your heating system during your annual maintenance visit.
Clean the System
We begin annual furnace maintenance with a thorough cleaning of your furnace. We wipe away dust and dirt from the outside of the unit then open it up and clean the interior. We make sure that all parts are free of heavy accumulations that can cause increased stress and strain. A clean system also helps with indoor air quality and dust control.
Visual Inspection
Once we’ve wiped away the past year’s dust, we begin our visual inspection of your heating system. We carefully look at all the parts and components of the system, looking for signs of excessive wear and tear. We look at the blower for obvious damage, the heat exchanger and burner for indications of malfunction, and the belts to ensure that they are not cracked or loose. This visual inspection helps us spot problems that require repairs so that your system is ready when you need it.
Lubricate Moving Parts
Some parts inside your system such as gears move during operation. Our technicians inspect these parts for damage and lubricate them to guard against friction that can wear them out faster than other components. It is extremely important that you leave this job to a technician to avoid a gooey, gunky mess inside your furnace and to prevent damaging any parts through improper handling.
Inspect Electric and Gas Hookups
For safety reasons, we carefully inspect all electrical and gas components inside your furnace. We make sure that all wiring is secure and free of damage. We check voltage and currents to ensure that you have the correct amount of power running through the system. We make sure that your gas lines are tightly connected and check the gas pressure to ensure it is within normal, safe operating limits. We also test for carbon monoxide, which could indicate a dangerous gas leak.
Test Safety Controls
Many heating systems have safety controls that limit or prevent operation when a malfunction is detected. We test these safety controls and if they fail schedule repairs immediately. Your furnace is not safe for use until these controls are working properly.
Check Condensate Drain Line
The condensate drain line carries excess water created inside the system safely away from the furnace to prevent water damage. We check that the line is securely connected, free of damage, and clear to provide a path for water to travel.
Assess Airflow
While near the furnace, we check that the air ducts are properly attached to your furnace. We then fire up the system and check for even and adequate airflow. Our technicians make sure that hot air is coming from each vent and that your home heats to the desired temperature without extra strain.
Check for Sounds and Smells
While the furnace is heating your home, we listen for unusual noises and check for strange smells that could indicate a problem. Some sounds and smells can be attributed to the ductwork system, but others may indicate a hazardous situation. If anything out of the ordinary is observed, our technicians will investigate.
Calibrate Thermostat
As a final step in maintenance, we make sure that your thermostat accurately reads the temperature of your home. It is important that the thermostat is in an open area away from air vents and heat-producing appliances. If your thermostat isn’t reading correctly, we calibrate the device or may recommend moving it to another location.
Your Furnace Maintenance Experts
At Family Heating and Air, Inc, we offer skilled heating services to keep your furnace and heat pump operating perfectly. Our technicians perform expert repair services for your air conditioner and furnace, helping you restore comfort when the system malfunctions. When your system ages beyond repairs, we are here with top-notch furnace and AC installations and replacements. And of course, our technicians offer in-depth maintenance for your HVAC system, helping you maintain reliable, efficient, and safe heating and cooling.
We also help with ductless mini-split systems, giving you added options for home comfort. Stay warm this winter in your Sebastian home by scheduling comprehensive routine maintenance with the trusted technicians at Family Heating and Air, Inc today.
