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Investing in care for your heater can help it have a longer lifespan. When your heater lasts longer, you are getting more life out of that initial investment you made when you installed the unit. You can keep reading to learn three key ways to care for your heater to extend its lifespan.
Then give our team a call to schedule your professional HVAC service in Jasper, IN. Aside from the steps that you take as a homeowner, professional care is the next best way to help your heater both for the coming season and in future years.
Maintain Ductwork and Vents
Your heater only works as well as the attached parts that help it channel air into your home. One example of this is the ductwork and the air vents leading into your home. Every three to five years you need to schedule duct services during which our team will clean out your ductwork and reseal any broken seams.
This is one of the best ways to ensure that the air being produced by your heater is making it into your home. Otherwise, heat can get trapped in the ductwork because of an inefficient layout or holes that allow heat to escape before ever reaching your home. When it comes to the air vents, you want to ensure that they are all completely open.
It can be tempting to close air vents around your home as you try to channel heat to other areas, but it doesn’t work that way. Instead of channeling heat to other rooms, heat is simply getting trapped in various areas of your work ductwork. If you have concerns about hot or cold spots around your home, talk to our team so we can help you adjust your ductwork to maximize airflow.
Clean Your Home and System
Dust and dirt can have a major impact on how your heater operates. Aside from keeping a clean air filter in place, it is also important to reduce dust levels around your home to begin with. Wipe down surfaces regularly and vacuum so that there are fewer harmful particles in the air to potentially get in your heater.
Dust can negatively impact how the intricate components inside of the system work. This is especially true of gas furnaces that require an open flame and a precise amount of gas for proper heating. Dust can contribute to the residue that interferes with the combustion process.
Prioritize Regular Care
You can take steps as a homeowner to care for your heater, and it is equally important to prioritize professional service with our team of experts. There are steps you should be completing monthly like changing out the air filter, wiping down the inside cabinet, and rinsing out the condensate drain line if you have one.
Then our team should be scheduled for heater maintenance either at the beginning or end of the winter season each year. This is the best way to ensure your heater is in the best condition and doesn’t have any issues. Prioritizing professional care will go a long way toward preventing issues like major breakdowns.
Contact Benner Heating & Air for all your heating and cooling needs. We can help you with heater service, including maintenance and repairs. It’s Better with Benner.