As a homeowner, you know that you need to undertake heating systems tune-up. If you have a furnace, here are some of the things you should do to keep the unit in top shape:
Clean the appliance
This is probably the essential thing you need to do. Most furnaces run in a negative air pressure for them to pull in combustion air. Since there are no filters to filter the air, the lint and dirt in the air gets into the furnace.
The dirt not only makes the unit work harder than it should, it also puts it at the risk of catching fire as it’s flammable.
To get rid of it you should start by turning the furnace off. You should then remove the furnace panel and using a vacuum cleaner and damp rag, remove all the accessible lint, dirt, and dust from the inside of the unit.
Once you are done with the inside, now move to the outside and clean it using a vacuum. You also should wipe the area with a wet piece of cloth.
Replacing the air filter
The main function of the air filter is to clean the air in your house as it flows through the furnace. It also plays a major role in keeping the furnace clean. If a lot of dirt accumulates in your furnace, it can trigger short cycling. This is where the heat builds up too much causing the unit to overheat.
You should remove the old filter by first turning off the furnace. You should then install a new filter that is of the same size as the previous. Installing the filter is easy, and you don’t need to hire a heating repair professional to help you out.
To get the most from the furnace, buy the most efficient filter that you can afford.
Inspection and cleaning of the drain lines
The most common issues with the furnace drain lines are clogging and leaking. When the lines clog and leak, the furnace gets messy. The leaking water can also damage the metal by rusting it. You should inspect the drain lines and if they have issues, fix them.
Conclusion
These are some of the things you should do when tuning up your heating system. You can do the tune-up if you have the skills but if you have never done it before, let reputable furnace repair contractors help you out.
