Heater Services: How Do I Determine if I Need Heater Maintenance?

The Importance of Heater Maintenance

Would you go without giving your car a tune-up? The answer is most likely no. You wouldn't go without an oil change or an adjustment of some sort. Your heater deserves the same attention with regular maintenance and repairs

Did you know that your heating and cooling systems take up half of your home energy. Properly taking care of your heater can drastically reduce your energy bill.

Your bill can be reduced by anywhere from 35-50%. How often should you have heating maintenance done? Twice a year at the most is ideal to have a properly working heating system. It's also good for extending the life of your unit. The more life and care you give to your heater, the less it will break down. That means the less money it will cost you.

Heater Maintenance: How Do I Determine if it's Needed?

Pay attention to the old saying. "An ounce of protection is worth a pound in cure." Your best bet is to do it in the spring and fall. This will cover you during the summer and winter months.

If it begins to get a little colder out, then start preparing your heater for the inspection. Your best bet is to have someone else do it for you. Hire someone, someone like us. We can give you the best way to deal with any problems that come up.

The Signs of a Repair Job Needed

There are a few things to look at. Below is a small list to get you started.

1. Check to see if your attic is properly insulated. That means adding in or taking away vents if need be. If the attic is not properly ventilated, the heat can build up. This is never a good thing. If your ventilation is not up to where it needs to be, then you need to get your heater repaired.
2. Check the thermostat, both near the doors and windows. The thermostat should be at about 68 degrees. If you have it any higher, it's going to add energy to your home and bill. You don't want this. Adjust your thermostat. If your thermostat is broken, you have two choices. You can either get another one or spend money on heater maintenance Your best bet is to work on the thermostat first.
3. Insulate the windows. This will go along way from having to do heater repair right away.

For more information on this, please contact us directly. We can be reached via phone or online.

If the heater in your St. Michael home is not working so hot, it's high time you call B & D Plumbing, Heating & A/C at (763) 497-2290. We've got you covered from installation to repairs and everything in between!