How We Approach Heating Maintenance
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Inspecting Ventilation System for Leaks and Obstructions
A compromised ventilation system can lead to a range of problems, from reduced efficiency and higher energy costs to serious health and safety risks. Leaks in the ventilation system allow heated air to escape, forcing the furnace to work harder and consume more energy to maintain the desired temperature. This not only increases your energy bills but also puts additional strain on the furnace, potentially leading to premature wear and failure. More importantly, obstructions or improper ventilation can pose significant health risks. For furnaces that rely on combustion, an obstructed or leaking ventilation system can lead to inadequate expulsion of dangerous combustion gases, such as carbon monoxide, back into the home rather than safely outside. Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless gas that can cause severe health problems and even fatalities in high concentrations. Our Norman heating maintenance professionals can ensure your furnace’s ventilation system’s pathways are clear and properly sealed.
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Replacing Your Furnace's Filter
Filters play a crucial role in trapping dust, pollen, pet dander, and other airborne particles, preventing them from circulating through your home. Over time, these filters can become clogged with debris, which impedes airflow and forces your furnace to work harder to circulate warm air. This not only reduces the system's efficiency, leading to higher energy consumption and costs but can also strain the furnace's components, potentially shortening its lifespan. Additionally, a clean filter is essential for maintaining healthy indoor air quality. A clogged filter can no longer effectively trap pollutants, allowing them to circulate in your home or building, which can exacerbate allergies and respiratory conditions among its occupants. We will replace your furnace’s filter during routine maintenance and recommend whether more frequent replacements may be necessary.
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Oiling Your Furnace's Blower
The blower motor helps circulate heated air throughout your home or building, and like any mechanical component, it requires lubrication to reduce friction and wear over time. Without regular oiling, the motor can become noisy and may even seize up, leading to a system breakdown and potentially costly repairs. During maintenance, our technicians will check your blower motor for signs of wear and determine if oiling is necessary. For motors with oil ports, our technicians will typically apply a few drops of a specific, high-quality lubricant designed for high-temperature environments, ensuring the motor continues to operate quietly and efficiently.
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Checking for Cracks, Damage, and Signs of Deterioration
The constant heating and cooling cycles can cause metal fatigue, leading to cracks and other forms of damage within your furnace's combustion chamber and heat exchanger. These defects not only reduce the system's efficiency by allowing heat to escape but also pose serious health risks. Cracks can allow harmful combustion gases, such as carbon monoxide, to leak into your home or building, silently jeopardizing the safety of its occupants. We use specialized equipment to detect even the smallest cracks or imperfections.
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Adjusting Controls for Optimized Performance and Comfort
This fine-tuning process involves calibrating the thermostat and the furnace's limit switch to ensure that the heating system operates efficiently and maintains the desired temperature within the home. Properly adjusted controls help in achieving an optimal balance between performance and energy consumption, leading to significant savings on energy bills.
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