Furnace Maintenance
1-800-Plumber +Air of Central Long Island
We don't often think about maintaining our furnace, but it's an important appliance, and though you shouldn't try repairing it on your own, you can take steps to help it stay maintained and working well. There are a few different things that can go wrong with your furnace, and today, we'll cover those and what to do when things go wrong.
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Can I DIY My Furnace Maintenance
We don't recommend doing any of your furnace maintenance on your own. Any damage can be costly and it can be confusing to look at if you don't have the proper licenses and certifications. However, there are a few things you can take into your own hands safely.
Air Filter
Your air filter is an important part of the furnace. It filters the air for debris so you and your family do not breathe in debris when you heat your house. You should change the filter at least once every 3 months to make sure the air quality is safe and at its best.
Replacing your air filter on your furnace is not too hard, but you can always Contact Us. First you will have to shut the power down for your furnace. Wait for it to completely shut down. After it has completely shut down, then you remove the filter access panel from the ductwork. Then carefully remove the old filter making sure the whole time that debris and dust does not fall off the filter making a mess of dust everywhere.
Then, simply throw away the old filter, and insert the new filter into the compartment. If your filter has an arrow on it, ensure that the arrow faces towards the blower, the same direction as the furnace's airflow.
Carbon Monoxide Alarm
If you don't have a carbon monoxide alarm in your house, you should install at the minimum one, but it's best to have a few. A carbon monoxide alarm can go anywhere in the house, unlike fire alarms, so anywhere on the wall or on a shelf is fine. These alarms can alert you with a problem in your heating unit when you otherwise wouldn't know there's a problem. Carbon monoxide is poisonous gas and can be fatal to humans, so to keep you and your family safe, make sure to install one of these alarms.
Need Furnace Maintenance? Call Us at 1-800-Plumber +Air of Central Long Island!
Whether your furnace is not working or you need regular maintenance, call 1-800-Plumber +Air of Central Long Island at 631-350-5400 to make an appointment!Our licensed and professional plumbers can help you with all your HVAC needs any hour any day. We look forward to serving you
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