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Importance of Heating Maintenance in the Summer

Understand the importance of heating maintenance during the summer. Read our blog by our Indiana and Ohio heating technicians.

 

thermostatSummer is in full swing and temperatures are high, which means that the last thing that is likely to be on your mind is your heater. You’re thinking of your air conditioner and what you would do if the unit broke down or stopped working. While this is perfectly reasonable to do — your air conditioner is, after all, very important in the summer — you should also give some sort of thought to your heater and furnace. There may be some people who feel that if it is not being used, then it shouldn’t be touched, but the truth is that maintenance is very important. Our Indiana and Ohio heating technicians explain why you should always keep the heating in mind.

Why Maintain Your Heater?

As the summer begins to come to an end and the fall weather starts to set in, you may start to consider using your heater again. However, what do you do when the cold weather finally arrives and you go to turn on the heater, only to find that it does not work? This happens far too often because during the summer months, something may go wrong with the heater and it was never checked. Now, when it is needed, it won’t work the way you want it to and you’ll have to call for a repair or replacement. This is a situation that can be prevented as long as you properly maintain your unit during the off season.

There are a few steps you may be able to take during the summer to make sure your heater will work when it is needed. You can also determine if the maintenance is something you can do on your own or if you need a professional to help you.

Performing Maintenance by Yourself

While you may not be able to get to the core of every problem, you can help make sure that your heater or furnace is prepared for the winter by regularly changing the filter. You will also want to make sure that the air is circulating correctly in your home by checking your vents. While it may be hot, you should turn on the furnace for a few moment just to check and see if it is working and to make sure there are no unusual noises coming from the furnace. Give the areas you can see a quick clean as well, removing any dust and dirt from visible locations.

Professional Maintenance

Hiring a professional can go further than a simple cleaning or filter replacement. A heating technician can clean the places you can’t see, check the parts of the furnace for any issues, test the airflow, examine the air duct, and make sure all moving parts are lubricated. The professional can also make sure that the furnace is safe for use in every aspect, making sure potential carbon monoxide dangers are addressed. By making sure you provide this general maintenance on a regular schedule, you can be sure that you will have a working unit when the cold weather returns.

Call Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling

When you need a skilled professional to help you with any of your heating issues, we encourage you to reach out to our team and learn what sets us apart from the rest. At Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling, we are completely dedicated to our customers and their goals. You can trust that we are ready to help you maintain your heating unit and make sure it is working as it is supposed to at all times.

Need maintenance? Call us today and learn how we can help you.

 

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