A furnace, like any other appliance in your home, lasts longer when you stay on top of upkeep. That’s why it’s important to schedule regular inspections with HVAC specialists. Although there is plenty you can do to maintain your heating and cooling equipment on your own, you also need a professional to periodically confirm that your furnace is still in good shape.

How Often

At the very least, you should schedule yearly furnace inspections with your local HVAC team. Try to schedule them before the colder days of winter. If there’s a problem with your furnace, you need time to repair it before the colder weather sets in.

However, for the best results, consider scheduling two inspections a year: One before winter, and one before summer. Although the pre-summer inspection will generally focus on your air conditioning, you can also instruct the HVAC contractor to check your heating equipment during the process. After running the furnace all winter long, you’ve put it through a lot of wear and tear. The more time you have to address any damage, the better.

Benefits

Heating and cooling repair teams know all too well that most service calls in winter are generally related to avoidable issues. Families are left without heat during major snowstorms because they didn’t know their furnaces had underlying damage that needed to be fixed. 

By scheduling regular inspections, you’ll avoid these problems, and you’ll save money in the long run. The more time and energy you devote to effective maintenance, the longer your furnace will last before you need to replace it. 

If you need HVAC service in the Monroe County, NY, area, get in touch with Rochester Heating And Cooling. This team has served the region for more than a decade. They’ll install your new system, inspect your current one, and perform any needed repairs. Contact them online to ask about scheduling a furnace inspection before winter, or call (585) 458-3700 to learn more.