But routine maintenance has many benefits you can enjoy, like reducing the risk of breakdowns, potentially boosting energy efficiency and even possibly helping your furnace last longer. Home Heating & Cooling technicians want to make sure you have access to those benefits.
We offer two annual furnace
maintenance plans designed to fit your budget. Choose between a one-time package for $109 or a complete plan that covers your furnace and air conditioner for $170. With the complete plan, you’ll also receive 10% off our services.
Whichever plan you choose, both include this thorough 20-point furnace maintenance checklist:
1. Check furnace filter*
2. Clean furnace condensate drain
3. Check blower motor amp reading
4. Confirm gas valve is operational
5. Check temp rise of heat across the furnace
6. Calibrate thermostat, if necessary
7. Check furnace safety switches
8. Check all electrical connections
9. Check blower belt, if applicable
10. Check humidifier operation, if applicable
11. Inspect duct for energy loss
12. Inspect gas flues to confirm safety
13. Test airflow in the duct for carbon monoxide
14. Check around furnace for combustibles
15. Inspect combustion intake and exhaust piping
16. Confirm equipment room combustion relief sizes
17. Confirm the sequence of operations
18. Evaluate any airflow issues
19. Test capacitors
20. Make indoor air quality recommendations
Our furnace maintenance packages begin with an in-depth inspection of key components. Your technician will be on the lookout for problem areas or worn parts and take the steps to fix or replace them. In many cases, this service helps us pinpoint little issues before they become major problems. We’ll also conduct a thorough cleaning, lubrication and fastening checklist to make sure everything is performing at its best.
At Home Heating & Cooling, we’ve been fine-tuning our furnace maintenance service for decades. Our process is quick and affordable and will keep your furnace running smoothly this winter. Give us a call at
618-416-0111 to enroll in one of our maintenance plans today!
*Filters not included.
Home Heating & Cooling’s furnace maintenance plans include a thorough inspection of the furnace, its filters and internal parts. We’ll test the airflow, check safety features and, if necessary, calibrate your thermostat. The team at Home Heating & Cooling also will evaluate any air flow issues you have and make indoor air quality recommendations.
To make HVAC maintenance easy, Home Heating & Cooling offers
furnace maintenance plans for your convenience.
Furnace maintenance plans are a great way to keep your HVAC equipment in top shape. Routine maintenance is a great way to make sure your furnace is operating as efficiently as possible, allows techs to find and fix small issues before they become big problems and can even extend the life of your furnace.
Plans make scheduling that maintenance easy and hassle free. At Home Heating & Cooling, some
HVAC maintenance plans also include discounts on services. We have multiple packages, so there’s sure to be one that meets your needs and budget.
Furnace filters are an important way to provide
healthy indoor air quality in your home. As your furnace runs in the winter, its air filter is constantly filtering airborne contaminants from the air that circulates through your home. They come in a variety of filtration levels, but many trap and remove dust, dirt,
pet dander and pet hair. Some higher-quality filters also remove smoke and viruses.
Because filters strain so many things from your air, they can quickly become dirty. A filter that is clogged with dirt, hair or other debris loses its effectiveness. That’s why it’s recommended to check your furnace filter monthly to see if it’s dirty, and change the filter every 30-90 days.
What furnace filter is best is different for everyone because each home has unique needs. Generally speaking, furnaces with a higher
Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value (MERV) rating are better at trapping and removing airborne contaminants. Residential furnace filters usually have MERV ratings between 1-16, with higher values able to catch and remove the tiniest particles.
Should you use a furnace filter with the highest MERV rating possible? Maybe, maybe not. That’s because furnaces need to work harder to push air through filters with extremely high MERV ratings. For that reason, the best furnace filter is one that meets your needs but is not overly restrictive to airflow. While buying an air filter with an extremely high MERV rating may be necessary for households with family members who have certain health conditions or sensitivities, it may not be necessary for everyone.
The experts at Home Heating & Cooling are happy to evaluate your home’s needs and recommend the best furnace filter for your family.
