Cold Colorado winters mean a significant need for reliable, safe, and efficient heating inside the home. The furnace takes on a hefty workload when the temperatures dip, so extra care is imperative to keep it running.
Premier’s heating maintenance technicians keep the heating system in tip-top shape with routine service and tune-ups so that it runs reliably this winter.
Visual Inspection
To begin the furnace tune-up, Premier technicians start with a visual inspection of the system
To begin the furnace tune-up, Premier technicians start with a visual inspection of the system. They look at the different parts of the furnace and spot any abnormalities or concerns.
The technicians check the blower for excessive wear, the belt for cracks, the burner for damage, and all the other components for anything that is out of the ordinary and that could prevent proper function.
This visual inspection allows them to find problem areas within the system and schedule repairs before the winter weather sets in so that users are prepared with a fully operational furnace.
Wipe Away Dust and Debris
This cleaning creates a less stressful workload for the furnace, resulting in more efficient heating
As technicians work through the system, they wipe away dust and dirt that has accumulated on and inside of the furnace throughout the year.
They clean the debris out carefully so as not to damage any parts. This cleaning creates a less stressful workload for the furnace, resulting in more efficient heating and a longer lifespan.
A clean furnace also contributes to better indoor air quality and less dust accumulation on the surfaces in the home.
Lubricate Moving Parts
The furnace has gears and other parts that move during the operation of the system. The technician locates these moving parts, checks them for excessive wear, and lubricates them to protect against damage from friction as they move against other parts.
Without proper lubrication, these components may fail faster and leave the system unable to create heat for the home.
Inspect Utilities
The electrical and gas components of the heating system are especially crucial for safe operation
The electrical and gas components of the heating system are especially crucial for safe operation. The technicians inspect all the wiring inside the furnace, looking for signs of damage and ensuring that they are tightly connected.
They check voltage and currents, making sure that the electrical components are operating at safe and effective levels.
If users have a gas furnace, technicians check the gas lines for corrosion and tighten them to prevent leaks. They test for carbon monoxide, a potentially deadly gas that could leak from the furnace if the lines are not secure. Premier technicians make sure the gas valve is open, and if users have a gas tank outside the home, they make sure it has fuel in it.
Check Condensate Drain Line
Premier’s technicians inspect this drain line to ensure that it’s not damaged, disconnected, or leaking
At the same time, the furnace creates heat for the home, and it creates moisture.
This moisture turns to water and travels away from the system through the condensate drain line.
Premier’s technicians inspect this drain line to ensure that it’s not damaged, disconnected, or leaking, and make sure that it is clog-free so that water can travel through it. If this water isn’t removed from the system, it can collect inside the furnace and create damaging conditions for the furnace.
Check Pilot Light
While scanning through the system, they make sure the pilot light is lit and stays lit to create heat. They also check the color of the light.
The pilot light should burn bright blue to indicate that the gas is flowing. If the pilot light is yellow, this could indicate that users have no gas flow or a gas leak. Gas leaks can cause extremely dangerous illness or even death and can even lead to explosions in some instances.
Test Safety Controls
Many heating systems have safety controls that stop the unit from operating when dangerous malfunctions are detected. The technicians test the safety controls of the unit and ensure that they stop the furnace as they should.
If the safety control tests fail, repair is required before using the heating system to prevent devastating damage to the machine or the home.
Assess Airflow
Inadequate airflow may be a sign of something defective inside the furnace
After completing the internal inspection and tuning, technicians fire up the furnace to ensure that it gives users ideal home comfort.
After turning on the furnace, they check that air is coming out of all the vents and that this air is hot.
They check that the home heats up to the desired temperature before the furnace clicks off. Inadequate airflow may be a sign of something defective inside the furnace or could be caused by an issue in the ductwork.
Identify Unusual Smells and Sounds
As the furnace operates, the technicians assess for unusual happenings that could indicate a problem
As the furnace operates, the technicians assess for unusual happenings that could indicate a problem that they didn’t spot during visual inspection.
The furnace should operate quietly though users will hear the motor and blower running and air flowing through the ducts and vents. Loud banging noises, whistles, cracks, and pops are all indicators of a problem and should be further investigated.
When users first turn on the furnace, they might notice a faint burning smell. This occurs as the dust inside the system and ducts heats up. However, after the initial cycle, there should never be an odor from the furnace or in the air it blows. Strange odors could indicate a malfunction inside the furnace or debris in the air ducts.
Calibrate Thermostat
The thermostat should display the correct temperature of the room around it
Finally, the technicians check the accuracy of the thermostat. The thermostat should display the correct temperature of the room around it.
If it doesn’t, we’ll first inspect the area. Heat-producing appliances can affect the reading on the thermostat and may need to be moved away from the device for an accurate reading.
The thermostat should be placed in an open area where furniture and other belongings don’t block it. If the thermostat is properly placed but doesn’t accurately read the room’s temperature, the technicians calibrate the device so that it does.
Annual Tune-up Benefits
Users enjoy fewer breakdowns when they schedule routine maintenance
Furnace maintenance should be scheduled every year to enjoy the best comfort in the Colorado home. When properly cared for, the furnace will operate efficiently with lower energy consumption, leading to lower heating costs.
Users enjoy fewer breakdowns when they schedule routine maintenance, and the system will often give users added years of heating when tuned and maintained on a regular basis.
The HVAC maintenance plans take the guesswork out of scheduling and come with other perks like discounts as well.
The Trusted HVAC Maintenance Experts
Each of Premier’s dedicated HVAC technicians is highly trained and skilled in heating maintenance, so users can relax with peace of mind in their Colorado home this winter.
In addition to heating tune-ups, Premier offers preventative service for the air conditioner as well. Premier also provides expert heating and cooling repairs and installations, including for heat pumps.
The technicians specialize in indoor air quality services and equipment, too, helping keep the home at maximum comfort levels throughout the year.
