Do you know how to operate your heater correctly? You might be inclined to answer that question with an immediate “yes”, but it’s more than likely that you don’t. The best practices for your heater aren’t always the most convenient or perfunctory for homeowners. Our team here at Comfort Flow Heating wants to change that. Running your heater poorly will quickly result in unwanted repair services alongside a shorter furnace lifespan. No one wants that considering how big of an investment this is. If you need furnace repair in Salem, OR then make sure that you contact our team. We want to do more than just fix the issue at hand. Our friendly and conscientious team will help you become more acquainted with your home too.
The Mistakes You’re Making and What You Can Do
There are probably a few mistakes you’re making or oversights that you have when it comes to heating your home. We don’t expect you to be perfect. Here are some steps to take to receive better heating throughout your home.
You’re Cranking the Thermostat too High
We know how chilly it gets here in Oregon. When you come home you want to be enveloped with the warmth of a heated home, so sometimes you might come in from a cold day and crank the temperature setting up high thinking that this will heat your home faster. This is an incredibly common misconception. A high thermostat setting won’t make your heating system work any faster—it will only make it work longer to achieve this high goal. This is an incredibly inefficient way to heat and cool your home. If you want fast heat, try:
Investing in a Smart Thermostat
Try upgrading to a smart thermostat that allows remote WiFi capabilities. When you have this system in place you can pre-program your thermostat when you’re away from home and have a warm home waiting for you.
Using Your Ceiling Fan
We know it sounds a little odd to switch on your ceiling fan in winter, but reversing the system from counterclockwise to clockwise and running the fan on a low setting will help you distribute the warm air from the ceiling down to your living space.
You Aren’t Minding Your Furnace Filter
When was the last time you replaced your filter in your furnace? If you can’t remember, you’re hindering the function of your furnace system. Make sure to replace the furnace in your HVAC system at least once a season. When you let your furnace get backed up with gunk, dirt, and debris then you’ll force your furnace to work harder to heat your home subsequently raising your heating bill.
You Neglected Maintenance Services
Did you skip out on maintenance services this fall? Many homeowners shy away from maintenance services. After all, why spend money on a system that seems to run just fine. The operative word here is seems. If may seem fine to you, but a professional technician can see subtle problems in your system and fix them before they become big issues.
