Tips to Take Care of Your Furnace

Your furnace keeps your home warm and comfortable in winter. But, in exchange, it demands proper care and maintenance.Ignored, it can break down on a freezing winter day, and as a result, life can become uncomfortable in your home. So, you must take care of your furnace to keep it working with its full efficiency.

Here are some important tips that will help you keep your furnace system in the best shape.

Clean the Filter
 

The filter in your furnace keeps particulates such as dust, dust mites, pet dander, spores, and pollen away. It catches a large number of particulates from the air in your room. Thus, the filter improves the air quality in your home, too. However, over time, thick layers of dirt and debris accumulate on it and reduce its efficiency. As a result, the airflow reduces, and your furnace needs more energy to give its best performance.So, you should check the filter every month and clean or replace it. One more thing, when it comes to changing the filter for your furnace, choose the best quality filter as this can also improve the air quality in your home.

Clean the Blower
 

Having cleaned the filter system, you should focus on the blower that is located right after the air filter.Debris particles stick to the blower and make it dirty.Therefore, you should clean the blower, pulleys, and belts. Also, remove the panels and cover the filter to access the blower assembly. Clean the blower with a damp cloth.

Clean or Repair Furnace Ducts

Using a forced-air furnace can damage the furnace ducts. So, you should clean the ducts frequently with a high-quality vacuum cleaner. After cleaning the furnace ducts, cover all ducts to avoid air from leaking into the furnace.

Clean the Vents
 

Dust and debris block the ventilation over time, and blocked ventilation is dangerous for the people in your home.Clean the covers of your vents with a large brush. Now, remove the covers and clean the inside with a vacuum cleaner.

Fan Inspection

Check the fan, as it may have dust and debris around it. Clean it thoroughly with a large brush.

The best way to get the best performance from furnace throughout winter is to call an expert in furnace repair. They will inspect your furnace and service it.