Written on: April 4, 2022
With spring arriving here in Southwestern Connecticut, we are already planning our warm-weather fun. But there’s one thing you need to do before you swap out your sweaters for sandals: Schedule a tune-up of your home’s furnace or boiler with Santa Energy!
You may believe that heating system maintenance is something you can put off until fall, but there are several good reasons why you should get it done now.
One reason is convenience. In the HVAC sector, this period of time is known as a “shoulder season.” Heating season has come to an end, and air conditioning season hasn’t begun yet. Spring is quieter for HVAC service professionals, so you’re more likely to score a tune-up appointment for a day and time that works best for you. We will be able to do any needed repairs faster and easier than in the winter.
By scheduling your furnace or boiler maintenance right now, it will be ready to go when you need it in the fall. A spring heating system tune-up makes life simpler in the long run!
Protect your investment. Did you know that four out of five HVAC system breakdowns could have been prevented with regular, professional maintenance? Because Santa Energy service technicians not only do a tune-up, they also conduct a thorough examination of your heating system. They can spot and address issues before they get worse and result in a potentially costly breakdown. That can lead to a much longer life expectancy for your furnace or boiler.
Lower your heating costs. When your heating equipment is properly maintained, it will operate at peak efficiency, utilizing the least amount of energy possible while keeping your home warm and comfortable. This can save you a lot of money on your energy costs.
Protect the warranty. Annual maintenance by a professional service technician is required by several warranties for furnaces and boilers. If you don’t get your equipment serviced on a regular basis, it may invalidate your warranty, leaving you responsible for future repair expenses.
It’s also the time to top off your heating oil tank if you use heating oil to heat your house. During warmer weather, condensation forms on the bare walls inside a heating oil tank. That moisture eventually drips down and sinks to the bottom of the tank. There, it creates sediment and bacteria which could lead to the development of sludge and corrosion.
Filling your tank now allows you to be ready whenever cold weather hits next fall. You won’t have to worry about having enough heating oil to get through the first cold snap.
Contact Santa Energy today to schedule your furnace or boiler tune-up!