What does a furnace tune-up include?
Because there are a number of types of furnaces, a tune-up will vary depending on the type of age of the system that is in your home, but typically, a tune-up will include testing the system for basic function, confirming the proper operation of the blower, verified electric/fuel connections, and ensuring that the equipment has adequate airflow. Your Jim Needham Heating Cooling Plumbing and Drain heating technician will also check your furnace filter and clean it and/or replace it if needed. You can also do this in between inspections to keep your furnace in the best condition that it can be.
What time of year is best to have my boiler serviced?
While most people assume the best time of the year to have their boiler serviced is during the winter, it’s actually much better to have your boiler serviced during the summer. The winter is the busiest time of the year for heating engineers. You are better off getting “ahead of the rush” by scheduling your boiler maintenance with Jim Needham Heating Cooling Plumbing and Drain during the summer. If issues are discovered, Jim Needham Heating Cooling Plumbing and Drain experts will be able to treat them right away. This way, you can rest assured that your house will be warm during the winter without any issue.
What does a preventative maintenance check on my heat pump include?
During a preventative heat pump maintenance check, your heating experts at Jim Needham Heating Cooling Plumbing and Drain will inspect your heat pump’s filters, ducts, coils, and blowers, clean your pump’s drain pipes and drain lines, repair any leaky ducts, and fill the refrigerant if needed.
Do I really need maintenance on my furnace?
As with any HVAC system, yes, you do really need maintenance on your furnace. Having the proper maintenance performed by Jim Needham Heating Cooling Plumbing and Drain professionals will ensure that everything is working as efficiently as possible and will greatly lengthen the lifespan of your furnace. You should have your furnace professionally maintained at least once every year.
Is furnace maintenance necessary if I’m not experiencing issues?
Yes, furnace maintenance is necessary if you are not experiencing issues. The reason you are most likely not experiencing any issues is because you have been properly maintaining your furnace. Annual maintenance by Jim Needham Heating Cooling Plumbing and Drain professionals is critical in making sure your furnace is working as efficiently as possible, preventing future issues and repairs, and making your furnace last you as long as possible.
Can I do the maintenance on my furnace myself?
While you can attempt to do the maintenance on your furnace yourself, it is a much better idea to have a heating expert from Jim Needham Heating Cooling Plumbing and Drain do so. Part of the importance of furnace maintenance is that it is done properly. Our highly-skilled technicians at Jim Needham Heating Cooling Plumbing and Drain have been trained with the knowledge, skills, and experience to perform furnace maintenance correctly. You may think you are saving money by attempting to do the maintenance on your furnace yourself but, in the event you miss tending to a critical component that is responsible for making your furnace run efficiently, you will actually lose money in the end, as you will likely need repairs in the future.
