In metro St. Louis throughout the winter, homeowners typically take steps to ensure that the quality of their home is ready to face the cold weather. So homeowners prepare their heating and cooling systems for the chilly months ahead, utilizing HVAC maintenance to ensure that their furnaces and heat pumps are ready to take it.

Furnace tune-ups help HVAC heating devices to operate optimally and remain safe. Furnace tune-ups also improve air quality in the property, reduce the cost of heating the property, and help extend the lifespan of HVAC equipment.

Find out why regular maintenance is an important winter prep step, how it benefits your home, and how often you need a furnace tune-up. Make sure you turn to the service professionals of your trusted Belleville HVAC company to check, clean, and care for your furnace this year.

 

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Is a Furnace Tune-Up Necessary?

The answer is yes, a furnace tune-up is necessary. A professional will be able to tell you if your furnace is running properly and if there are any issues that need to be fixed. They will also be able to clean the furnace, which will help it run more efficiently.

If you have a problem with your furnace, it is important to get it fixed as soon as possible. A broken furnace can be very dangerous and can cause a fire in your home. Getting a professional to come in and inspect your furnace on a regular basis is the best way to prevent problems from happening.

How Often Do Furnaces Need Tune-Ups?

Most people don’t know how often furnaces need tune-ups, but the answer is once a year. Fall is the best time to get your furnace ready for winter.

Your furnace works hard to keep your home warm all winter long, and just like any other machine, it needs regular maintenance to run well. A tune-up helps to ensure that your furnace is running efficiently and safely. 

During a tune-up, a technician will clean the furnace and make sure all the parts are working properly. They’ll also adjust the settings so that the furnace is running at peak efficiency.

What’s Included in a Furnace Tune Up?

Furnace tune ups deliver comprehensive inspection, cleaning, and service for all heating system components. Tune ups typically include the following steps:

  • Lubrication of blower motor bearings
  • Check and adjust the blower fan belt’s tension
  • Check performance of pilot or electronic ignition system
  • Cleaning and inspection of burners and burner assembly
  • Measure and adjust gas pressure
  • Measure current and voltage of electrical components
  • Tighten electrical connections
  • Inspect fuel lines
  • Testing exhaust system function
  • Measure carbon monoxide levels
  • Check operation of system and safety controls
  • Inspect heat exchanger
  • Change air filter
  • Clean furnace interior and exterior
  • Test thermostat function
  • Adjust thermostat calibration

Schedule Your Furnace Tune Up Today!

With Ehret’s Preventive Service Agreement or “PSA” Comfort Protection Plan you will have the peace of mind that you’ve taken the measures to protect your home and family.

Our Preventive Service Agreement will help you prepare for the extreme heat and cold temperatures before they arrive. Manufacturers recommend that you service your heating and cooling equipment annually to maintain peak efficiency and prolong the life of your equipment.

Don’t lose sleep over a broken furnace or air conditioner while waiting for service during busy times.