Van Drunen Highlights Steps To Winterize The Heating System

As winter approaches, users will want the heating system to be well prepared. The snowy, cold weather puts the heater to work, so now’s the opportunity to make sure everything is good to go. Low temperatures can quickly compromise the home’s safety and put the family at risk, so take action and follow these steps to winterize their heating system.

If users have additional questions, be sure to reach out to their team. Having a professional HVAC technician do maintenance work on the heating system is the perfect way to keep it in top shape. Call Van Drunen Heating & Air Conditioning to get started.

Specially-built filters

Furnaces need special attention during preparations. In order to keep your system running efficiently, users will need to remove any foreign debris that ended up inside. Debris naturally accumulates as the furnace runs every year, so clean out any dust and particles that are currently in it to protect the home’s air quality.

Many homeowners underestimate how vital a role the filter plays

They recommend doing this with the help of a professional. HVAC systems use specially-built filters to trap airborne particles and prevent them from recirculating back into the home. Many homeowners underestimate how vital a role the filter plays, and as the months pass, the filters become filled and ineffective.

Higher energy bills

The heater will have to work much harder to operate at expected efficiency, leading to higher energy bills and general rundown. Before starting up the heater, replace the filter with a clean one. If users need help, let them know. They would be happy to handle the task for users.

As users prepare the heating system, be sure to check out the supply and return vents since these need to be clean. The technicians can thoroughly clean the vents and remove any particles before they’re stirred up into the indoor air. They provide efficient services when they are trying to finish up heater maintenance before the holidays arrive.

Creating major problems

Have users noticed that certain rooms are warmer than others? Users may consider adding vents to those rooms to increase airflow. Troubleshoot the thermostat so that it is calibrated to the actual temperatures in the home. Sometimes, a thermostat will reveal a weakness in the home’s insulation, heating system or even the thermostat itself. 

In addition to HVAC maintenance, users want to take certain preparations. During particularly cold weather, water pipes can freeze and create major problems. In this circumstance, users will want to be familiar with the water shutoff valve.

This valve typically requires pliers to turn it off, although there are some units that use a key. Locate the main shutoff valve and have a plan in place for emergencies.