When you invest a little time each month in caring for your heater you can enjoy the benefits for years to come. Boost energy efficiency, ensure that your heater remains effective for years to come, and reduce the chances of needing heating repair in Frederick, MD.
If you’re not sure what steps to take, keep reading to learn our top four tips for caring for your heater year-round. Then give us a call to schedule professional service if you have concerns based on your own care steps. We’d be happy to visit your home and complete our own maintenance steps to ensure your heater is working at its best.
1. Pay Attention to Signs of Problems
As you complete the steps we’re listing below, be sure to pay attention to signs that your heater needs repair. Anything that causes concern is a reason to give our team a call. You may hear an unusual sound, notice a bad odor coming from your system, or have a general feeling that your heater is not working the way it should.
No matter what you suspect, it’s better to be safe and talk to our team about it than to potentially ignore something that leads to a total breakdown for your heater. Otherwise, you may have lasting damage inside of your heater that cannot be reversed, even after we make repairs.
2. Change the Air Filter
Maintaining a clean air filter is crucial for helping your heater work the best that it can. A dirty filter can block airflow leading into your heater, ultimately adding a lot of strain to the unit and reducing the amount of airflow available to heat up and blow out into your home. Check the label on your filter and note how often it needs to be changed out.
A clogged filter doesn’t just mean that your heater works harder in the short term. It can also allow dust and dirt into the system that gets in between the intricate gears and leads to grime that prevents accurate operation. Your air filter isn’t just boosting indoor air quality. It’s also protecting your heater.
3. Dust and Vacuum
You can take a step further and be diligent about dusting and vacuuming during the winter season. Dust buildup can significantly affect how your heater operates. You shouldn’t rely on the air filter alone to protect your system. In the winter season, dust buildup happens faster since we stay inside more often than we do in the spring and summer when temperatures are nicer outside.
4. Use Reasonable Thermostat Settings
If you check the website for the US Department of Energy, you’ll find that 68° is the recommended setting for the winter season. Each degree higher than 68° is costing you more and more on your energy bills. Setting your thermostat higher also increases the wear and tear as your heater works harder to heat your home.
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