The Importance of Timely and Correct Furnace Maintenance
Six Ways to Determine if you Need a New Heater
1. Most heaters have a lifespan of 18 years however, consumer guides have stated that you should replace your furnace after 15 years with an ENERGY STAR rated furnace which has a 15% higher efficiency rating than all other furnaces.
2. An increase in your heating bill is due to a variety of problems. If your furnace has been repaired by a reputable company and you are still not seeing a decrease in your bill, then it is probably time for a new furnace.
3. If your furnace has been repaired multiple times within the last two years, this could mean it is on its last leg because heating units tend to need most of its repairs in the last two years of life.
4. When your furnace starts making strange noises such as popping, rattling or even banging, these sounds are letting you know it's time for a new furnace.
5. Thermostat settings are no longer able to keep you warm. If some of the rooms in your home or maybe all the rooms seem like they are just not warm enough and constantly adjusting the thermostat to bring the room to a comfortable setting is becoming costly, it is due to your furnace no longer being able to properly send heat throughout your home.
Timely and Correct heater servicing is very important. Conducting regular scheduled inspections on your HVAC system will diagnose and make repairs on any existing problems and can prevent future problems.
As the furnace system controls the room temperature, and circulates air through the home to maintain comfort, it also filters out allergens such as pollen, dander and more.
Ironically air movement, dust particles and temperature are responsible for wearing down the HVAC systems. The Heat exchange process goes through thermal stress as it expands and contracts.
As the motor spins it vibrates while the whole system is drawing in air while filtering the dust.
Whenever you notice something out of the ordinary with your heating system such odd sounds, not heating properly or poor air circulation, it's time for servicing.
If the heater in your Colonial Heights home is not working so hot, it's high time you call Colonial Plumbing & Heating Co., Inc. at (804) 526- 8415. We've got you covered from installation to repairs and everything in between!
