A furnace tune-up isn’t something that most homeowners think about. They assume their furnace will always do its job of warming the air inside their homes.
Furnaces, however, are complex systems consisting of many different parts. If any of these parts fail, the furnace may struggle to perform its job.
Rather than waiting until a problem occurs, you should consider getting a furnace tune-up.
The Basics of a Furnace Tune-Up
A furnace tune-up is similar to an AC system tune-up, except it involves the inspection of your home’s heating system rather than its cooling system.
Split-system Heating, ventilation and cooling (HVAC) systems contain both a cooling system and a heating system. The former is known as an AC system, whereas the latter is known as a furnace.
During a furnace tune-up, an HVAC technician will inspect the components of your home’s furnace to ensure they are working as intended. If the technician discovers a problem, he or she can fix it.
Depending on the type of furnace, some of the parts inspected during a furnace tune-up may include:
- Thermostat
- Wiring
- Blower
- Electric ignition
- Fan speed
- Heating element
- Compressor
- Condenser
- Air filter
- Gas line
- Insulation
Why a Furnace Tune-Up Is Important
By getting a furnace tune-up, you can rest assured knowing that your furnace will keep you and your family comfortable throughout the winter season.
Furnaces typically fail during the winter. After all, that’s the time of year when most homeowners use their furnace. With a furnace tune-up, you can protect your furnace from premature failure.
Another reason a furnace tune-up is important is because it promotes energy efficiency. All furnaces consume energy. Some of them are powered by electricity, whereas others are powered by gas. They work by converting this consumed energy into heat, which is then expelled throughout your home’s ductwork.
Some furnaces are more energy efficient than others. They are able to convert more of their consumed energy into heat, allowing for cheaper utility bills during the winter.
A furnace tune-up can make your furnace more energy efficient. You’ll spend less money to heat your home during the winter if your furnace is energy efficient.
If you have a gas furnace, a tune-up will provide you with peace of mind knowing that it’s safe. Gas furnaces often have a pilot light that’s connected to a gas line. If any of these components are degraded, they could cause a gas leak.
If you are experiencing a problem with your air conditioning or heating call us at 512-336-1431 to schedule an appointment. We’ll be glad to come out and take a look at the issue.
1431-183 A/C & Heating proudly serves Round Rock, Georgetown, Cedar Park, Pflugerville, Leander, Liberty Hill, and North Austin.
