Quite often, homeowners have questions about their furnaces, especially in winter. Some of the most commonly asked questions homeowners ask about their furnaces are safety and services issues. Luckily, our team of highly trained HVAC professionals at Lancaster Furnace & Air Conditioning have answered a few frequently asked questions homeowners have about furnaces.
How Often Do I Need To Service My Furnace?
Standard yearly maintenance is vital for the livelihood of your furnace. Therefore, HVAC technicians recommend having your furnace serviced at least once every year. An HVAC technician will detect any current issues during an annual maintenance call or see early warning signs of future damages or problems.
What Maintenance Can I Do at Home To Keep My Furnace Running Properly?
Unfortunately, for homeowners, there are not many things you can do to maintain your furnace by yourself. However, keeping up with changing your air filters in your furnace helps significantly. To maintain your furnace’s air filters, you must replace them every three months and check in on them at least every month. Keeping clean filters in your furnace will help ensure your furnace is not becoming clogged or overworking itself.
How Can I Prevent My Furnace From Overworking Itself?
The best way to prevent your furnace from overworking itself is to adjust your thermostat. When you leave your home for extended periods, turn down the temperature on your thermostat just a few degrees. When you continuously let your furnace run or power it consistently, it can overwork and damage your heating equipment.
When you don’t know what is going on with your furnace, as a homeowner, it can be difficult. If you still have questions about your heating equipment or need to schedule a service call, give us a call at Lancaster Furnace & Air Conditioning today at (740) 625-2320, or schedule an appointment online now by clicking here!
