Winters in Carriere, MS, can be quite harsh, with temperatures often dropping to freezing temperatures. Your furnace helps keep you warm, although it requires special care to keep up with your heating demands. Routine maintenance, scheduled every year, ensures reliable, efficient, and safe heating. Unlock the benefits of our technicians’ annual furnace maintenance! Read on to see how our expert care keeps your home warm and ensures your system runs efficiently.
Cleaning Your System
We begin our annual furnace maintenance visit by cleaning dust and dirt from your furnace components. This allows your furnace to experience better airflow, reducing the stress on the system for greater efficiency. A clean furnace also helps indoor air quality by reducing dust recirculating around your home.
Visual Inspection
We perform a visual inspection of your system and all of its various parts. We look for signs of malfunction and damage that could hinder proper operation or shut your system down completely. This inspection allows us to spot signs of trouble early and prevent unexpected breakdowns later.
Lubricate Moving Parts
Our technicians identify the moving parts inside your heating system. We check these parts for excessive wear and tear and lubricate them to prevent friction damage.
Test Safety Controls
Many heating systems have safety controls that shut your furnace down when they detect a malfunction, such as water pooling inside the system. Our technicians test these safety mechanisms to ensure they work as they should. If any of the safety tests fail, repairs are needed before you can safely use your furnace.
Inspect Electric and Gas Hookups
We take special care when inspecting your heating system’s electrical and gas connections. Our technicians ensure all wiring and power connections are damage-free and securely connected to avoid shocks, fires, and other issues.
We check that the pilot light is lit and burning bright blue. We test for carbon monoxide and ensure that there are no gas leaks. We also test gas pressure and make sure the valve is open.
Check Condensate Drain Line
Your furnace creates moisture during operation. A condensate drain line provides a passage for this water to flow away from your furnace and prevent damage. We check that the line is securely attached, free of damage, and clear to allow water to pass.
Assess Airflow
Once we have finished our initial inspection, we will start your furnace and assess the airflow from your vents. We make sure the air is hot, evenly blowing from all vents, and sufficient to bring your home to the desired temperature in a reasonable amount of time without added strain.
Observe for Odd Sounds and Smells
Your furnace makes a slight mechanical sound when it runs. However, loud banging and clanging noises, as well as whistles, pops, and cracks, are cause for concern and require further investigation and repairs.
Your system should operate without generating any odors. If you notice a smell coming from your furnace or vents, it’s important to investigate the source of the odor. If necessary, we recommend scheduling a duct cleaning service.
Calibrate Your Thermostat
Finally, we check that your thermostat is accurately reading the temperature in your home. If not, we calibrate the device to bring it into a normal range. We ensure the thermostat is properly mounted in an open area, away from drafts, vents, direct sunlight, and heat-producing appliances. This placement helps prevent incorrect temperature readings and makes it easier to control home comfort.
Your Winter Heating Maintenance Professionals
Our highly skilled technicians at Campo Heating & Air Conditioning know all about the different components of an HVAC system, making us the best source for all your heating services and cooling needs. We offer expert heating and cooling maintenance, repairs, and installations to help you maintain comfort. We also offer heat pumps, ductless AC systems, and ductwork services to give you flexibility and options in home comfort.
Combat the chill of winter this year by calling Campo Heating & Air Conditioning today to schedule your yearly professional maintenance appointment.