Winter temperatures in Prescott, AZ, could drop to 34 degrees or lower. You can’t afford for your furnace to fail and leave your family susceptible to the cold. Furnace maintenance services improve the heater’s performance. It is also the best way to avoid heating outages.
Allied Electric Heating & Air Conditioning offers thorough furnace maintenance services. We perform annual and semi-annual furnace maintenance. Our HVAC pros can pinpoint problems and correct them fast. We’ll test all your heater’s components and make sure it works properly. We’ll get to you in a New York minute.
Furnace maintenance services make heaters last longer. You’ll gain more years of use if HVAC professionals maintain it for you. Keep reading to learn about furnace maintenance services.
Furnace Maintenance Checklist
HVAC pros follow a furnace maintenance checklist. Manufacturer warranties outline required maintenance tasks. Your HVAC provider must perform these tasks to retain your warranty. These HVAC services can ward off most heating problems. Here are the furnace maintenance tasks we perform.
Check the Air Filter
We’ll check the air filter. You need a clean air filter to stop debris from entering. We’ll also check the return air duct grill. We may recommend seasonal cleaning services if there’s a lot of visible dust. We’ll clean the whole furnace during seasonal cleaning services.
Test the Thermostat
We test the thermostat and pinpoint problems. We’ll show you simple things you can do to improve your thermostat. Direct sunlight and drafts affect how your thermostat works. If it isn’t engaging correctly, we’ll recommend a new thermostat.
Test The Heating Output
HVAC pros switch the furnace to heating mode. They’ll gauge the temperature at the return air duct and vents. Heating repairs are necessary if the heating output doesn’t meet standards.
Check the Combustion Chamber
We perform combustion analysis to gauge carbon monoxide levels. We also check and clean the burners. It’s good to have an ally.
Visible soot, rust, and damage require fast heating repairs. Carbon monoxide detectors can protect your family. They’ll go off if the gas is in the air.
Check the Heat Exchanger
Our HVAC pros check the heat exchanger. Rust, cracks, and too much soot are signs of heating problems. The flame’s color could indicate problems, too. The flame should remain blue. A yellow flame is a serious problem. We’ll also perform a smoke test as necessary.
Gas Valves and Pilot Lights
Gas furnaces require additional maintenance steps. We test the gas valves and adjust them as necessary. Gas leak testing helps us find leaks and restore gas flow to the furnace. Gas leaks increase fire risks. We can test your carbon monoxide detector for proper function.
Inspect the Wiring
A multimeter measures voltage continuity. HVAC pros test the control terminals and thermostat voltage. If you’ve noticed tripping breakers, we‘ll inspect the breakers. Your furnace should have its own breaker. The breaker should meet the furnace’s breaker specifications. We can install a new breaker that meets electrical standards. You need an ally.
Examine the Ductwork
Air can escape beneath your home if the ductwork is broken. We’ll examine the ductwork for damage. Resealing the ductwork can improve its integrity. It’s time to replace it if the ductwork has seen better days.
Size variants are also a ductwork issue. If it’s the wrong size for your furnace, we can recommend replacement ductwork. HVAC pros can install the ductwork correctly and seal it against leaks. You’ll get a manufacturer’s warranty for your new ductwork.
What You Can Do in The Meantime
You shouldn’t approach furnace maintenance like a DIY project. You must hire an HVAC professional. However, you can do a few things to thwart heating problems. Your furnace’s performance improves if you perform these tasks regularly.
- Monthly air filter changes
- Keep floor registers clean
- Vacuum and sweep your floors
- Monthly pet grooming
- Remove debris around outside units
- Clean the return air duct grill
- Use smart thermostat schedules
Why is furnace maintenance so important? These professional HVAC services optimize your furnace’s performance. We will test all components, examine the ductwork, and stop leaks. Our HVAC pros inspect your furnace as outlined by federal standards and warranty terms.
We know how unreliable heating impacts your family’s health. We are committed to giving you stable heating services. Contact Allied Electric Heating & Air Conditioning and schedule furnace maintenance. On time. Every time.