Winter is coming, but is your HVAC system ready to face the cold weather? Autumn is an ideal time to make sure your home’s HVAC system is in good shape, and taking the time to address necessary maintenance and repair work might help you avoid calling for furnace repair in the heart of winter. Here some quick guidelines to get your home ready for cold weather. 

Prepping Your HVAC System for Winter

1. Clean Your HVAC System

Before turning your furnace on, clear away any items immediately near the furnace, since they could be fire hazards. Using a clean cloth, wipe any dust and grime from the outside of the furnace. Vacuum around the edges to remove dirt and dust. Make sure all your vents are open, and vacuum or wipe down the inside and grate of the vent. Don’t forget your A/C unit either — trim any bushes or grass that has grown up around the outside unit to give yourself a head start for spring. 

2. Change Your Filters 

Change your air filters every one to three months, depending on the amount of pet hair or pollen you’re trying to filter. It’s easy to remember if you change your filters at the start of each season. Before you turn your furnace on, get rid of summer’s dusty, pollen-coated filters and start the season off clean and fresh. 

3. Schedule a Furnace Maintenance Inspection

Scheduling an annual furnace inspection can save you hundreds in eventual furnace repairs. A certified HVAC contractor can help spot small problems affecting your furnace before they become more severe. It also ensures that your HVAC system is functioning as efficiently as possible to help keep your winter energy bills down. 

If you need to schedule furnace repair or maintenance before winter, contact Brian’s Heating & Electrical. Based in Mifflinburg, PA, they’re a full-service HVAC, electrical, and plumbing contractor. From furnace repair to electrical services and A/C repair, their experienced technicians can handle it all. This season, see what upgrading your HVAC system can do for your energy bills. For more information, call (570) 966-7295 or visit them online today.