The nights are getting chilly! Are you ready to turn your furnace on for the first time? A lot of our clients feel nervous to flip on the heat for the first time, so here are a few things that you should keep in mind as you make the switch to heating your home rather than cooling it.
- A lot of our clients report a funny smell in the ducts the first time they flip on the heat. Although this can be alarming, it is somewhat normal. The smell should not be anything like gas, just more of a musty burning smell that comes from the furnace lying dormant all summer. If it goes away, you should be okay, but if not, it is a good idea to give us a call.
- With the change of seasons, it is a good time to change your filter. If you have a whole house humidifier, remember that you should change your water panel about every two years. Checking it before you turn on your humidifier is a good plan as well.
- Don’t feel like you need to wait until it is REALLY cold before turning on your heat. It is a good idea not to wait until it is freezing outside to check your furnace for the first time. If it is cool, give you furnace a test run to make sure it is working properly.
- It is always a good idea to have carbon monoxide detectors in your home, but this is especially true the first time you run for your furnace for the winter. Keep an eye on the detectors to make sure your furnace is still safe. If you are considering investing in detectors this winter, please call us for recommendations.
For more questions, or to schedule your furnace tuneup, please call us today at 720-876-7166 or email owner Dan Schmied directly at [email protected].
