Maximize the Lifespan of Your Heating System

Maximize the Lifespan of Your Furnace / HVAC System

Just like our cars, homes, and furnishings, our HVAC systems are a large investment — and one that we want to keep running as long as possible. When it comes to the winter months, a furnace problem isn’t something you want to be faced with after the temperatures have fallen.

Following these simple heating maintenance tips will help you get the most out of your system, whether you are dealing with residential heating or commercial heating.

Heating Tips: Change Your Air Filter

One of the biggest things you can do is to change the filter on your furnace every 1-3 months. Proper filter changes greatly reduce the amount of stress on the blower motor and the unit, thus prolonging the life of the system. When choosing a filter, like most things, you get what you pay for. An electrostatic filter is the most expensive but needs replaced less often. It also captures smaller particles, making it a great choice for allergy sufferers. The cheaper options (pleated and woven fiberglass) will still do the job, but you’ll want to replace them more frequently.

Heating Tips: Planned Maintenance

Pre-season maintenance is a must to get many years of home heating out of your unit. For Gainesville heating repair or maintenance, our technicians at LIBERTYAIR have you covered. Have us come out in the fall to do a pre-season cleaning and an inspection of your air ducts for leaks. Scheduling planned maintenance for the early fall will not only ensure you have a less chance of repair needed during the cold months, but it will also provide a great checkup to make sure everything is in proper working order. If there are any repairs that need to be made, our technicians are happy and able to take care of them before you even need to turn the heat on.

Another basic maintenance item you can tackle is to regularly check for debris or leaf build up on your unit outside. This is especially important if you have a heat pump because it is located outside and can become covered with leaves, fallen Spanish moss and twigs. If you find any oily residue during your check, be sure to call us, as that can be a sign of a refrigerant leak.

Heating Tips: Install a Digital Thermostat

Installing and using a programmable thermostat allows you to give your furnace a break, whether it’s at night while you sleep or during the day when you’re away at work.

Home insulation can also provide large relief to how much the cold weather taxes your furnace. Ensuring your attic has the appropriate insulation can help ease the workload of the unit.

We at LIBERTYAIR pride ourselves in being your choice for Gainesville heating repair. We deal with gas furnace repair as well and are happy to help you with your needs, whether that be maintenance, repair or replacement. Before the temperatures drop in Florida, give us a call to ensure you aren’t left in the cold this winter.