Is Your Furnace Ready for Winter?

As the days of fall creep closer, we all know that winter is not far behind. For those planners out there, you’re probably already checking your fall and winter wardrobe, making holiday travel plans, and slowly assembling your gift lists. Our team of professionals at Diversified Heating & Cooling want to remind you to add getting your furnace or heat pump ready to your list of things to do. Taking care of a few maintenance items will help your furnace or heat pump be ready for Old Man Winter when he comes knocking in a few short months. 

Air Filter Replacement

The beginning of each season—or at least before summer and winter—is a great time to systematically change your air filter in your Bend home. Air filters play a critical and ongoing role in any heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) system. Their benefits are twofold: protection of your equipment and improvement of your indoor air quality.

If you’re looking to minimize your repair bills and improve your heating system’s efficiency, changing your air filter can make a big difference. Air circulation is paramount to the proper operation of your HVAC system and having a clean air filter goes a long way to improving that air movement throughout the system.

In addition, you can invest in a medium- to high-performance air filter to remove many common air particles from your Oregon home’s air. Tackle dust, pollen, pet dander, and mold spores with an air filter that has at least a minimum efficiency reporting value (MERV) rating of 9 or higher.

HVAC Professional Appointment

Add making an appointment with us to your list of things to do! Our trained team of HVAC professionals would be happy to conduct a complete inspection, cleaning, and tune-up for an affordable price. The investment in this maintenance task will help you get your furnace or heat pump ready for the upcoming winter season. You will be able to put your mind at ease knowing our maintenance will also help minimize emergency service or repair when the snow is falling.

The U.S. Department of Energy recommends that a comprehensive list of components are checked before winter.

We will check your furnace or heat pump, oil all moving parts, inspect electric connections and wiring, and ensure that all safety systems are working properly. In addition, we will pay special attention to refrigerant levels in your heat pump, ensuring there are no leaks, as well as check things like the motor, belts and coils to make sure they are all in good working order.

If you’d like, our professionals can also inspect, repair or install a smart thermostat to help you improve the efficiency of your energy usage as well as check your air duct network for leaks.

Rewards for Planning Ahead

Like all things, planning ahead when it comes to your HVAC maintenance will generate some significant benefits for you and your family.

• Lower Stress. There’s nothing quite as stressful as being without heat during a winter storm. Have your system checked now to take care of any needed repairs and adjustments while the weather is still mild. 
• Save Money. Regular maintenance calls are much less expensive than emergency repair calls. Invest a small amount now to avoid or reduce repair calls later.
• Enjoy the Season. Return from sledding, skiing or skating to a warm and comfortable home. Appreciate the briskness of the season without having to worry about the cold once you’re ready to relax and be warm again. 
• Be Green. A furnace or heat pump that’s clean and tuned up will operate more energy efficiently, which means it makes a smaller footprint on our environment.
• Extend Equipment Life. If you take better care of your furnace or heat pump, it will take better care of you. Extend the average lifespan of your HVAC equipment by taking care of it.  

Get Ready for Winter

Our professional team at Diversified Heating & Cooling in Bend, OR, can help provide more information about furnace or heat pump maintenance. Get your heating system ready for the upcoming winter season. Call us at 541-323-1840 or contact us online.