Why You Should Schedule Furnace Maintenance in South Jersey
One of the most important steps to getting your South Jersey home ready for the cold is by scheduling furnace maintenance. Making sure your furnace is serviced annually is not just about staying warm. It’s also about saving money, making sure your system is safe, and that it lasts for years.
The Broadley’s team has been working in South Jersey, servicing, repairing, and installing all sorts of heating systems. We know how valuable it is to have your heating system serviced at least once a year.
In this article, I’ll tell you about the benefits of heating service, from saving money to breathing cleaner air. If you want to schedule maintenance for your heating system, give us a call at (609) 390-3907, or contact us online!
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Saving Money on Energy Bills
One of the clear benefits of regular furnace maintenance is the impact it can have on lowering your energy bills. A well-maintained furnace runs more efficiently, meaning it uses less energy to warm your home than if the efficiency deteriorates. For homes and businesses in South Jersey, this can add up to significant savings over the lifespan of your heating system.
Without regular maintenance, the efficiency of your furnace will start to dwindle. This is caused by normal wear and tear, components getting older, dirtier, etc. During a routine service, we will inspect the system to make sure the components are clean and clear of any dirt or buildup that can accumulate.
A good way to know how efficiently your system is operating, compare your energy bills to last year. Also see if your energy company offers information like comparisons to neighbors. This will give you a good indication if your heating system is operating efficiently.
Lengthening the Lifespan of Your Heating System
Any HVAC system that you purchase is going to be a big investment. Not only are they expensive, but they also last for years. Your furnace should last for 12-20 years with proper service and professional maintenance. If you allow your system to go years without service, you’ll likely have to replace it years prematurely.
The last thing you want to do is have to worry about an HVAC replacement if you don’t have to. Proper care and service will keep your system running smoothly, and help you get closer to the 20 year mark than the 10 year one!
Avoiding Frequent Breakdowns/Repairs
Another benefit of regular furnace maintenance is reducing the amount of breakdowns you’ll experience, and repairs needed. During routine service, your HVAC technician will inspect the system and see if any parts need to be replaced. Instead of waiting for the system to break, your technician will be able to let you know what should be replaced now so it doesn’t mean a costly repair in the future.
Just like going to the doctor and exercising keeps you from developing health problems, regular service for your heating system keeps it healthy and operating properly. Of course, there still may be a problem and repair needed at some point, but preventative maintenance certainly helps you reduce the likelihood of it!
Improving Indoor Air Quality
Your furnace is pumping air into your home all day long during the winter. If the air it’s delivering is dirty, you are going to be breathing dirty air. During a routine heating maintenance, we will clean the system, and make sure there is no buildup of soot and dirt that heating systems tend to accumulate.
We will also replace your air filter, which catches any airborne irritants, bacteria, allergens, etc. that may get into the air. Over time your air filter will get full, and can get clogged up. If you don’t replace this filter, it could mean airflow issues, as well as dirtier air.
Between cleaning the system and replacing the air filter, it’s going to improve the air quality in your home, and make the air healthier to breathe. Even with routine service, we recommend you keep a few air filters on hand, and replace them once every 2-3 months.
Ensuring Safe Operation
Lots of furnaces burn gas or oil to create heat, which can be dangerous. If something goes wrong, there can be serious safety concerns, including gas leaks, carbon monoxide poisoning, or even a fire hazard. During regular furnace maintenance, your technician will make sure everything is operating safely.
Some of the most important components are the heat exchanger, gas lines, and the piping that exhausts dangerous gasses out of your home. Even with regular HVAC service, we recommend that you install and check carbon monoxide and smoke detectors. These are going to let you know if there is a problem.
If you have an electric heating system, you won’t have these same safety concerns, as your system doesn’t burn oil or gas to function.
Maintaining Your Warranty
When you purchase a new furnace, it most likely comes with a warranty for some amount of time. In most cases, furnace manufacturers require regular professional maintenance to keep your warranty valid. If something goes wrong with your system and you haven’t kept up with the necessary maintenance, your warranty might be voided, and the system may not be covered.
Hopefully, with regular service, you won’t ever need to put that warranty to use!
Is a Service Plan Worth the Money?
Many HVAC companies, including us here at Broadley’s, offer a service plan. This is a contract that signs you up for regular service, but also comes with other perks and benefits. Some of these benefits include:
- Discounts on service
- Discounts on repairs
- Priority service
- Warranty on repairs
- Waived emergency fees
- Inflation protection
There are all kinds of incentives to signing up for a maintenance plan. In essence, if you are someone who values your HVAC equipment and has it serviced yearly anyway, a service plan is only going to help you save money, and make HVAC issues more convenient to deal with.
Broadley’s Family Comfort Plan
Scheduling Furnace Maintenance in Ocean City, NJ
As you can see, there are plenty of good reasons to schedule your heating service. If you are looking for furnace maintenance in Ocean City, NJ, or any of the South Jersey Shore points, we can help! Give Broadley’s a call at (609) 390-3907, or contact us online. One of our service technicians will be able to get your heating system ready for the cold weather!