{"id":1678,"date":"2020-12-21T11:00:44","date_gmt":"2020-12-21T16:00:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.climatemastersfl.com\/blog\/?p=1678"},"modified":"2020-12-18T13:03:50","modified_gmt":"2020-12-18T18:03:50","slug":"is-heating-maintenance-worth-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.climatemastersfl.com\/blog\/is-heating-maintenance-worth-it\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Heating Maintenance Worth It?"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"heater-jets\"Look, we get it. You live in St Augustine, FL. You don\u2019t need your heater much. Shoot, some years it seems like you maybe only turned in on for one cool week during the winter.<\/p>\n

But, as minimally as you may use your heater, you do <\/em>use it. You likely wouldn\u2019t be reading this blog post if you didn\u2019t have a heater in your home. You don\u2019t want to pay more than you should have to in order to use it, no matter how briefly, right? If you want to truly rely on that whole-home heating system you have, then yes, you need to schedule routine maintenance tune-ups.<\/p>\n

We\u2019re not talking about trusting a neighbor or a general handyman. We mean true, professional heating tune-ups from trained and experienced technicians. Read on to learn more!<\/p>\n

The Importance of Trusting a Pro<\/h2>\n

There are <\/em>a couple of basic maintenance tasks <\/em>you can do on your own or trust to a family member. For instance, the air filter in your furnace or heat pump needs to be changed out every 1-3 months during periods of system use.<\/p>\n

You should also make sure that the area surrounding your heater is free from debris and clutter. That <\/em>is important for no matter what type of heating system you have.<\/p>\n

These tasks barely scratch the surface of what trained professionals do. Their maintenance ensures the longevity, efficiency, and efficacy of your heater.<\/p>\n

What Do HVAC Technicians Actually DO <\/em>During Heating Maintenance?<\/h3>\n

This is an understandable question. After all, how can we expect you to understand the importance of professional heating maintenance if you don\u2019 tactually know what happens during this service?<\/p>\n

Sure, we do check the air filter to make sure it\u2019s not too clogged up. If it is, your airflow can be restricted and the heater will have to run longer to try to compensate and reach the desired temperature on your thermostat. We also clean the heater inside and out, and adjust components that need it, alerting you to any pending repair needs along the way. Other professional maintenance checks include:<\/p>\n