Furnaces are heating systems that are deployed in most modern houses for preservation of constant temperatures in side of them.
Statistically you need to perform basic furnace check-ups at least once a month to verify condition of your system’s filters and ensure that the system in general runs smoothly. But apart from monthly checks it is vital to conduct complete maintenance process at least once a year.
Based on Toronto Simple Green reviews we created a list of the main things to verify during such check-ups:
• thermostat
• heater
• blower
• ducts
Make sure that you run yearly checks so that you only verify condition of the system instead of spending a fortune on its’ renovation of repair.
VISUAL INSPECTION
In the beginning you need to use only your eyes and conduct basic visual inspection of the system. As professionals explain, you need to look for the signs of black soot around the furnace in general in the first place. Should you find any of them, contact your local furnace specialist or your installation company immediately.
After that, you should proceed to turning on the thermostat so that the furnace comes on. Pay attention to the flames in the burner. Your goal is to see a steady, blue flame. In case you see yellow or orange flicking flame, it means that there is some trouble or leakage in the system and some more professional consultation is required. If you here any questionable noises or vibrations while the furnace is running, and feel the smell for any gas leaks, again, call experts immediately.
TURN YOUR FURNACE AND GAS OFF
After the visual inspection is complete, turn the system off. Do not forget about this important step before you proceed further because otherwise you risk getting seriously injured.
CLEAN AND DUST
Now the easy and obvious part comes in. After you turn off the thermostat and cool the whole unit, you need to simply open the furnace door for cleaning. According to the experts you can use standard vacuum cleaner with a long nozzle in order to clean out the furnace base. For areas you cannot reach with a vacuum use fan blades or damp cloth to wipe the dust away.
CHECK YOUR FAN BELT
In case your blower has a fan belt, do not forget to inspect it for cracks or fraying very carefully. As professionals from Simple Green Edmonton explain, you can also check the tension by pushing down in the belt center. If you feel that it deflates by more than half of one inch, tighten it or call for help.
FINISH YOUR MAINTENANCE AND CHANGE THE FILTER
And the last step in this simple guide is connected to replacing the furnace panels and turning the furnace power and gas back on. Be ready that the pilot may need to be relighted.
And the very last part of this article is connected to filters change. Look at your system’s filter and if it looks dirty to you, change it. According to statistics it should be done not rarer than once a month during the operational period.