While your home heating systems are complex, it’s easy to keep them in peak condition by taking a few simple steps. As the temperatures drop in the next few months, your furnace in particular will be working overtime to keep every room comfortable. Take advantage of the following tips to avoid needing heating system repair. 

How to Help Your Heating System

1. Move Furniture

Find out where the vents are located in each room in your house and make sure the surrounding area is free of any substantial objects. Large furniture like sofas can absorb heat coming out of the vent, preventing it from circulating throughout your living space. By creating a pathway for the warmed air, you’ll make your furnace’s job easier and avoid the need for heating system repairs.

2. Close the Curtains

If you have heavy curtains, close them on especially cold nights. Thick or lined fabrics like velvet will act as extra insulation, shielding the rest of the room from cold air. During the day, open them to let in natural sunlight that will warm your home. 

3. Address Drafty Areas

Are certain zones in your home colder than others during the winter? If so, find out why. It might be chillier by the front door because the weather stripping around the entry is worn down. If this is the case, you’ll be able to block out cold air by replacing the stripping and adding a rubber seal to the bottom of the door. It also pays to check for loose windows, holes in your roof, and damaged insulation to ensure your furnace will operate at maximum efficiency. 

If you need more ideas for how to stay warm this winter, turn to Noakes Heating Air Conditioning & Refrigeration of Beatrice, NE, for guidance. These technicians have over 40 years of combined experience and are happy to help homeowners, tenants, and landlords in Southeast Nebraska outfit their properties with top-quality HVAC equipment. They also offer rapid cooling and heating system repair to keep your home safe and comfortable. To schedule an appointment, call (402) 223-5348, or visit the website to learn more.