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With fall in full swing, it’s time to start thinking about ways to prepare your home for winter, especially your home’s heating and cooling systems. Purvis Heating & Air Conditioning—a dedicated HVAC service serving Fitzgerald, GA, and the surrounding communities—has encountered many units that were damaged because they weren’t properly prepared for the cold months. While the consequences of inaction can be rough, it’s not hard to get your home’s heating and cooling apparatus ready for optimum performance.

Here are a few tips to ensure your heating and cooling system is prepared to deliver a cozy winter:

  • Clean Duct Work: Heating and cooling systems work only as well as their ducts, which makes them the root of many HVAC problems. Remember to have them inspected and cleaned before your heater gets to work during the season, as clogs can decrease your system’s efficiency, rack up your utility bill, and put a damper on your air quality. Most homeowners only have to schedule duct cleaning every three to five years, and the results are more than rewarding.
  • Check Air Filters: Dust and contaminants can get lodged in air filters, putting a significant strain on your system. The harder furnaces have to work, the greater the possibility for significant damage, so have your filters checked and replaced consistently. They can hit capacity in as little as a month, so make inspection a part of your household routine.heating and cooling
  • Update Thermostat: Yet another preventative measure to take care of before winter is to find out if your thermostat is working properly. You can test this component by setting a desired temperature and seeing how long it takes to get there. Older thermostats lose sensitivity and are less reactive, meaning greater electrical consumption for your whole home.

Waiting for cold temperatures to hit is never beneficial to home maintenance procedures. If you live in or around Fitzgerald and Ben Hill County, schedule an appointment with Purvis Heating & Air Conditioning before winter can threaten your HVAC system. Check the team out online to learn more about their services, or give them a call at (229) 423-9100. 

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