Here in Lakewood, Colorado we oftentimes see homeowners not take advantage of furnace tune-ups. A furnace tune-up is as critical to your furnace health as an oil change is to your vehicle. Without proper maintenance of your furnace, you could risk the validity of your furnace warranty and your heater could be subject to breakdowns. The last thing you want on a cold winter day is a furnace breakdown.
There are many reasons why you should make an annual furnace tune-up a part of your fall routine.
1. Reduce Your Energy Bill by Up to 30%
Did you know that your heater can be up to 50% of your energy bill. When you think about it like that, cutting your energy bill may not be as difficult as you might have thought.
Studies show that regular maintenance can save you up to 30%. Add in your programmable thermostat, and you can see your energy bill dropping.
Annual tune-ups are just one part of maintaining your furnace. You might cringe at the thought of doing extra work, but trust us; it’s easier than you think.
Clean furnace filters will keep your home at the desired temperature without the high bills. You also help to ensure proper airflow, which reduces the need for frequent repairs that occur when the furnace is strained.
2. Detect Dangers
Annual furnace maintenance will help to keep you and your family safe. Furnaces produce heat through burning fuel and it is important to ensure that the combustion process is efficient.
A problem in the furnace system can lead to a gas leak. Obviously a gas leak is very dangerous.
An unchecked furnace also runs the risk of carbon monoxide leaks. These are harder to detect because the gas is colorless and odorless. High carbon monoxide levels can cause nausea, headaches, and in some cases, death, an extra tip make sure you have a carbon monoxide detector in your home. Carbon monoxide is an invisible killer.
Having annual furnace maintenance will help catch any safety risks.
3. Maintain Your Manufacturer’s Warranty
It’s a good idea to get a regular furnace tune-up so that you can maintain the manufacturer’s warranty.
On most good-quality furnaces, you can get a 10-year warranty option. With annual maintenance, you can expect your furnace to live up to 20 years. If you think your furnace age is nearing 20 years old, you should get your furnace checked out immediately. Contact Lakewood Plumbing and Heating.
4. Stay Warm, Safe This Winter
If you get your furnace tuned up your sure to continue to keep your family warm for the remainder of our long winter.
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