Crisp fall weather allows you to turn off your AC, and during this time it’s still warm enough to keep the furnace off. It’s the perfect time for some basic heating service maintenance, so you’re ready for the upcoming cold. Also, if heating repairs are needed, scheduling before the busy season for contractors ensures a timely appointment.

Fall Maintenance Tips for Gas Furnaces

1. Perform an Inspection

Has a contractor checked the heating system since last winter? Professionals should check for damage to the furnace, and look for any broken or dislodged pipes, exposed wiring, or excessive amounts of dust and dirt.

2. Change Air Filters

In summer, dust, dirt, and allergens lodge in an HVAC system’s air filters. Not only does this severely impact the efficiency of an HVAC system, but it also harms the overall indoor air quality of your home. That’s why HVAC contractors recommend that you replace the air filters with new ones during the fall season.

3. Clean Ducts and Registers

Similarly, contaminants become trapped inside a home’s ducts and registers. Clean them before cranking up the heat. Remove the register covers and vacuum around the entire area, and use a damp cloth to clean the interior of the ducts to improve efficiency and air quality.

4. Test Carbon Monoxide Detectors

A gas furnace relies on a combustion process to generate the heat which circulates throughout the home. A byproduct of this process is carbon monoxide. This harmful natural gas has no odor or taste. Read the devices’ directions and test them to ensure the detectors are functioning properly.

5. Check the Pilot Light

Is the furnace pilot light still on? During the off-season, the light can become extinguished, and when this happens, it can’t generate heat. If it has gone out, have it relit by a professional.

 

For more help maintaining your home’s gas furnace this fall, contact the experts at Passanisi Services in Elyria, OH. For the past 20 years, this family-owned HVAC company has helped residents keep their systems operating at peak efficiency. Their team of contractors will come out to perform the necessary maintenance on your home’s system to ensure you stay comfortable. Schedule an appointment by calling (440) 984-2322, or learn more online.