It’s best to prepare your home’s HVAC system for winter before the cold weather arrives. Run through a heating and air checklist now to avoid long waiting times for HVAC repairs during the busy season and guarantee the family is comfortable all season. That’s why HVAC contractors recommend these tips to get ready for the cold.

How to Ensure HVAC Systems Are Ready for Winter

1. Replace Air Filters

During the hotter summer months, dust, dirt, and allergens get trapped in an HVAC system’s air filters. When this happens, not only does the entire system operate less efficiently, but it also diminishes the quality of the indoor air and causes health hazards. Before firing up the heat, replace old filters with a new set.

2. Check the Vents

Blocked or dirty vents prevent warm air from properly circulating and lead to uneven heating throughout a home. Therefore, it’s essential to ensure there are no obstructions blocking any of the vents. It’s also an ideal time to clean any dust or dirt off of them to maximize airflow and lessen the chance of contaminants infiltrating the home.

3. Test the Carbon Monoxide Detector

This is critical for any home that uses a combustible furnace for heating. The heating-generating process also creates carbon monoxide. This odorless, tasteless gas is lethal when inhaled, so you must always have a properly functioning detector checked before firing up the heating system each year.

 

Schedule a maintenance visit from the heating repair contractors at Hunter Heating & Air Conditioning in High Point, NC, to ensure your home’s HVAC system is ready for the winter. For over 80 years, this locally owned and operated company has helped local homeowners keep their heating and cooling systems operating at peak efficiency, and they’ll provide you with a professional inspection as well as fast and reliable repairs when needed. Schedule a no-obligation consultation by calling (336) 882-3367, or learn more online.