As we spend more time at home this coming winter, it is more essential than ever that your furnace be up for the job of keeping your home and everyone in it warm and comfortable.
Now is the time to make sure that it is with some easy tasks.
With Automatic Delivery from Parker Gas, your furnace will always have the propane it needs to heat your home. We track your propane usage based on past usage and current weather. With that data, we accurately know when you’ll need a propane delivery and schedule it before you run low.
Want even more security about your propane supply this winter? Wireless propane tank monitoring by TankUtility gives Parker Gas (and you) precise readings on how much propane is in your tank, 24/7. It alerts us when you need a delivery. And you can track your propane tank levels any time of day or night with the TankUtility app on your smartphone or tablet.
A tune-up of your furnace by a trained, experienced service technician make sure your furnace is running properly and at its best possible efficiency. The technician also has the opportunity to carefully inspect your furnace and do any needed repairs before problems become breakdowns.
Your HVAC system’s ductwork should be serviced and cleaned every three to five years. If someone in your home has allergies, or a respiratory condition like asthma or COPD, it needs to be done more frequently. Also, a service of your ductwork lets your ductwork technicians find and fix leaks that lead to reduced efficiency and higher energy bills.
This is a good time to vacuum and clean the vents, so they operate efficiently and don’t blow dust and other allergens around a room. Also, make sure vents aren’t blocked by things like furniture and curtains so the air can circulate more easily.
If the utility room or basement has been a storage area over the warmer weather, make sure your furnace has a clear space around it before you turn it on. There should be at least three feet of clear space around your furnace. This is also a good time to vacuum the outside surface of the furnace to remove dust and cobwebs.
A clean filter helps your system run at its best efficiency. Your air filter should be changed at the very least once every three months. Check it monthly and change as needed. If you have pets or someone in your home has a respiratory condition, it will need to be changed every month.
Make sure your thermostat is operating properly and that you have it set to the best temperatures for energy efficiency. This is what the U.S. Department of Energy recommends:
Now is a perfect time to upgrade to a programmable or a smart thermostat, which uses wireless
technology to allow you to check and program your thermostat anywhere you get a wireless or cellular signal. Both can help lower your energy costs. Some smart thermostats can even let you know if your furnace needs service!
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