Is your furnace running? then you better go and catch it! (Sorry, I couldn’t help myself!) Seriously though, we adhere to the wisdom of old Ben Franklin. “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Checking to make sure your furnace works well BEFORE the temperature dip low will save you tons of money.
The Importance of Maintenance
Some people may ask: do you REALLY have to inspect your furnace annually? Experts agree: um, yes, of course you do!
Just like changing the oil in your car, performing routine maintenance can catch problems before complete failure. Inspections and proper maintenance reduce operating costs, increase equipment efficiencies and reduce the likelihood of costly repairs. Something as simple as changing your system’s air filter can improve efficiency and save you heating bills. If your furnace filter is wet, you may need to do more than change it.
But perhaps the most important benefit is peace of mind. A scheduled maintenance visit from one of our friendly technicians lets you know everything is in working order. When the temperatures start to get lower and you adjust your thermostat, you can feel confident in your furnace’s proper performance.
Avoiding Health and Safety Concerns
No one wants the unfun experience of a furnace suddenly not working on the coldest day of the year. Nor would anyone enjoy the unexpected bill to get it back up and running again. But more importantly, you could be putting your family or workforce at risk if your equipment has problems.
If anyone in the home or workplace suffers from allergies, the proper filter can reduce irritating airborne particles. A poorly maintained furnace could easily become dangerous if it is leaking carbon monoxide or natural gas. A faulty or malfunctioning furnace can even become a fire hazard if combustible gas buildup accidentally ignites. In fact, furnace issues are one of the most common sources of house fires!
Preventative Maintenance Programs
We strongly believe in the importance of performing routine maintenance. In fact, we offer programs for both our residential and commercial clients to schedule monthly, quarterly or semi-annual service agreements. We’ll even perform annual service on major components to keep them running in tip-top shape. Ventec offers tailored programs to suit every customer’s needs and equipment requirements.
So, is your furnace running? If the answer is ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ … what the heck?! Call Ventec at 412-793-0661 or complete our online form. Contact us for preventative maintenance before you need to call our emergency 24/7 line.
