Monday, June 16, 2014

Furnace Use and Maintenance in the Summer

Temperatures in St. Louis continue to rise as summer draws near. However, locals should also anticipate sudden drops in the temperature during the season when the expected thunderstorms come. When this happens, you will need to switch from using your AC to your furnace.

This means that your furnace must be in top shape even in summer. With proper maintenance, your furnace can perform optimally, in fact, even until the winter. In maintaining the furnace, one of the things to watch out for is the accumulation of dirt, which can lead to several issues, including overheating and overconsumption of fuel.

The filter is the part of the furnace that is most vulnerable to dirt buildup, so it has to be replaced regularly. While the need for replacement is not as frequent in the summer as it is in winter, it is still something that must be done to ensure your home gets fresh, uncontaminated air. Likewise, clean, efficient filters will improve your furnace’s efficiency.


Aside from thorough cleaning, there are a number of simple maintenance and repairs you can do on your own. However, when you encounter issues or problems that you think are beyond your DIY skills, you should waste no time in seeking the help of an HVAC professional. 

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