Preparing Your Furnace for the Off-season

March 31, 2015

The end of winter is officially within reach with the weather warming up in Des Moines you can feel spring just around the corner. Before you turn off your furnace and disregard it until the following year, you’ll want to get it primed for its annual hibernation. There are a few things you can do now to prime your system so it’s ready to go next season.

Flipping the Switch

There was a period where it felt as though this day wouldn’t come, but the time has finally arrived for you to flip the switch on your thermostat from heating to cooling. Before you set it and forget it, review your warranty. A number of warranties require annual service and maintenance in order to maintain the warranty. If you have any questions about your warranty, the team at Heartland Heating & Cooling will gladly help you.

Service During the Off-Season

Now is the ideal time to schedule your regular furnace service in Des Moines. Any troubles can be addressed and solved before the day comes to turn your system back on again for the season. You’ll be able to flip your switch to “heating” this fall and rest easy knowing that things will be running as they should.

Change Your Filters

We most likely sound like a broken record, but switching out your air filters is one of the easiest and most crucial things you can do for your HVAC system as a homeowner. A clean filter keeps your system running at peak efficiency, enhances your indoor air quality and assists in extending the life of your HVAC system.

We know there are other things you are thinking of doing as the weather starts warming up, but having one less thing to think about makes every season more fun. We know you don’t want to imagine it getting cold again, but when it does, your furnace will be ready for it. Our team at Heartland Heating & Cooling in Des Moines is ready to help keep your home comfortable all year. Give the experts a call at 515-344-3579.