We’re officially in the throes of fall, and soon enough we’ll be graced with chillier temperatures. As a result, there are a few rather important Nashville, TN HVAC services to get on your schedule. One of these is your annual (or biannual, if you have a heat pump) heating maintenance appointment. Heating systems, which include furnaces, gas furnaces, heat pumps, and other components, require regular upkeep to ensure efficient operation and longevity. Many homeowners opt for furnace maintenance in early fall to avoid the winter rush. Understanding the different types of heating systems and their maintenance needs is essential for proper care and optimal performance. Scheduling an annual service is recommended to ensure all components are checked and maintained.
There are some basic maintenance jobs you can do on your own when it comes to your heating system. For instance, you should be changing your clogged or dirty air filter every 1-3 months, making sure to use the right type of filters for your system. Changing the filters can usually be done in just a few minutes with no tools required. It’s also important to have components like fan blades and other parts cleaned regularly. A good cleaning, performed as part of professional maintenance, is essential for safety and optimal performance. However, full maintenance that actually makes a difference in the performance and functionality of your heating system requires the services of a professionally trained heating technician. A well maintained furnace is crucial for optimal energy efficiency and can help lower your energy costs. Scheduling a professional service call ensures a thorough inspection, cleaning, and safety check, keeping your system running smoothly and reliably, and can save money by preventing costly repairs and improving efficiency.
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You’re probably pretty familiar with your own home, right? You know what it looks like, smells like, and sounds like—from the hum of your refrigerator to the “whooshing” of water through your dishwasher. One other important piece of equipment that you hear operate is your air conditioner. When strange or unfamiliar sounds come from this important appliance, it’s vital that you not ignore them.
With temperatures traditionally still in the 80s well through September, we have plenty of time to keep on using our air conditioners. But, what if yours isn’t doing its job as efficiently or as effectively as it should?
We are officially nearing the end of summer, though the heat of our climate can extend pretty far into fall. As far as your air conditioner is concerned, this late in the season it’s likely built up a good amount of wear and tear from a few months of daily use—particularly if you skipped out on your annual maintenance appointment (or biannual, if you have a heat pump).
We get it—hearing the term “heat pump” if you’ve never known what it was probably doesn’t elicit thoughts of cooling comfort within your home. But a heat pump is actually a heating and a cooling system in one, and an effective system at that! Homeowners might assume that this means the system is a combo of a furnace and forced air cooling system in a single cabinet, but this is not how its set up—a heat pump uses the same components for both efficient heating and air conditioning.
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