As the temperature is getting colder and colder, many of us turn our attention to making sure that our gas furnace is ready for the cold months of the year.
Many people very much rely on their gas furnace to keep their homes warm and comfortable during the bitterly cold months up here in the north.
There are a lot of important things to keep in mind when operating a gas furnace. By going about things carefully and responsibly a gas furnace owner can get the most out of their furnaces and make sure that they are running smoothly and energy efficiently. The first thing that you need to do for your gas furnace as you should well expect is make sure that it is being properly maintained by a reputable and licensed HVAC professional. Qualified technicians can clean furnaces, check for gas leaks, make sure the ignition system is working properly and lubricate all moving machine parts. It’s also important to not forget to change out the air filter on a regular basis to maintain good air flow. Some people may not like this next tip but it’s actually a good idea to set the thermostat temperature economically. Ultimately, unless you really want to spend a pretty penny this winter it’s a good idea to turn down the temperature a good few degrees and maybe wear an extra layer or two along with some cozy slippers. This will ensure your furnace can be more energy efficient and maybe not work so hard and you will save a lot of money on your energy bills monthly. Ultimately however, to achieve that you need to make a certain level of sacrifice, and that ultimately means turning down the temperature, particularly when no one’s home. Another very important thing to remember is that you need to make sure that your home is properly weather-stripped or all that precious heat will be leaking out of the cracks and holes in your windows and doors and that bitter cold will be seeping in!