4 Spring Cleaning Tips For Late Winter Weather When You Need Emergency Heating

Even though winter seems to be gone, there is a good chance a blast of cold air can make people need their heating. It is important to do the maintenance your heating system needs before the summer months, but you may need to do a little more if you need to turn the heating on again. Here are some spring cleaning and maintenance tips for winter weather when you may still need your heating:

1. Cleaning the Furnace and Making Sure You Have Changed the Air Filters

One of the first things that you will want to do when the cold weather subsides is clean your furnace. It is important to make sure the furnace, as well as the air ducts, are clean. In addition, make sure that the air filter has been changed to ensure you are ready for a surprise winter storm and a blast of cold air.

2. Waiting to Turn Off the Gas or Main Power Until the Cool Weather Passes

The gas and main power of your heating are some things that you may turn off during the hot summer months. You will want to wait to turn the fuel or power off to your heating until the late spring months. If you live in an area that commonly gets winter storms through early spring, you will want to leave your heating on longer in case of a later winter storm.

3. Keeping the Area Around Your Furnace Clean for Later Winter Maintenance

The area around your furnace may be a utility room where clutter gathers. It is important to make sure that you keep this area around your furnace clean. Keeping the area free of clutter will help improve efficiency during the winter months and prevent damage to the furnace. It will also make it easier to do emergency maintenance in case a later winter storm comes and you need to turn the heating on for a few days.

4. Having Your HVAC System Serviced in Early Spring to Be Prepared for Any Weather

The early spring months can have weather that varies from day to day, which is why you want to make sure to have your system serviced. An HVAC technician can help with the AC maintenance you need in case of warm weather, as well as prepare your furnace in case of a late winter storm and service it before turning it off for the year.

These are some spring cleaning and maintenance tips for your heating, when it may be needed in an emergency when a late winter storm strike. If you need help with maintenance or repairs, contact a furnace repair service to ensure a late winter storm does not catch you off guard. 


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