As the freezing temperatures approach us here in Ohio, a lot of us think, “Should I turn my furnace on sooner or later?” If you find yourself asking this question, this blog is for you. Ohio is one of those states where we can have all four seasons in 24 hours. So, if you are like most of us, you try to wait to turn on your furnace for the winter season as long as physically possible. However, I am here to lend a helping hand and let homeowners like myself understand that starting your household furnace sooner than later is better. If you didn’t realize this, don’t worry; our friendly and knowledgeable technicians at Delaware Heating & Air specialists are here to assist. They have selected a few of the most common reasons why turning on your furnace early will leave you with peace of mind this winter.
Perform a Trial Run
In this case, trying to save a few extra bucks and waiting to turn on your furnace till you absolutely need it could be hurtful rather than helpful. Unfortunately, many homeowners who wait to turn on their furnace realize that it is broken or malfunctioning when they need it the most. Because of this, our experts suggest turning on your furnace for a trial run at the beginning of fall or when the temperature outside reaches below 50 degrees. A trial run doesn’t have to be a lengthy process; just a few minutes will do the trick. Just give it enough time to get the parts greased up and moving. Also, remember to check the registers within your house to ensure warm air is being released. To be extra safe, we also recommend scheduling a maintenance request to get a furnace tune-up and safety check to ensure your furnace is ready for the cold winter temperatures.
Repairing Broken Parts
Keep in mind that nothing lasts forever, and your home heating system is no different. Think of your furnace like a car; to keep your car working, you need to have oil changes every few thousand miles and replace broken parts when they fail. Likewise, your residential furnace is a household appliance that requires the same love and care. One of the best things you can do on your own for your furnace is to turn it on. Even if you don’t need it at that time, you want to be safe rather than sorry. After you engage your furnace for the first time this season, you should be able to hear it turn on. However, if you hear any other noises such as clicking, grinding, rattling, or squealing, there may be failing parts within your system. At this point, you should call and schedule a tune-up and safety check with a technician at Delaware Heating & Air at your earliest convenience. Our technicians will offer options that fit your home as well as your budget to keep your home warm and cozy this winter.
Test Your Thermostat
There are many different mechanisms throughout your household HVAC system that communicate with one another to keep your house at your optimal comfort level, including your furnace and thermostat. But, of course, like any other piece of technology, a thermostat can become damaged. So, it’s a good idea for any homeowner to inspect their thermostat as well. To do so, you will want to set the temperature and confirm that the furnace and thermostat are interacting with one another to provide your home with comfort this winter.
Do you still have questions about when to turn on your furnace?
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